Managing Projects: A Comprehensive Guide to Project Planning, Execution, and Control

MANAGING PROJECTS

Contents
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................. 2
TASK 1............................................................................................................................................ 3
TASK 2............................................................................................................................................ 8
CONCLUSION............................................................................................................................... 11
REFERENCES.................................................................................................................................12

INTRODUCTION
The different procedural steps those are required in the management of the project in which
the required documents are being created so as to ensure the successful completion of the
project is referred to as the project planning. The documentation of the project includes the
definition of the required actions, preparation, integration and the coordination of the
additional plans with the proper execution, monitoring, controlling and the closing of the
project. The key characteristics of any project, its benefits and limitations along with the control
are described in this assignment.
The different activities that are being required to successfully manage the project within the
specified time and estimated budget are outlined in this report. The different competencies of
the project manager and the project management process are also analysed. The project
lifecycle is also defined for the successful completion of the project.

TASK 1
DEFINING THE KEY CHARACTERISTICS OF ANY PROJECT
Any project that is made is not only to do or make something rather than it is about achieving
some desired outcomes by the effective implementation of the system management approach.
There are some key characteristics of the projects which are depicted below-
Transparency- Clear and transparent communication about the cost and the deliverables with
the stakeholders and employees
Consistency- Use of the repetitive and consistent practices to deliver the quality project and
make the project a successful one
Temporary- Must has a specific start and the end time and must be terminated after it (Kerzner
and Kerzner, 2017)
Unique Deliverables- Must deliver some specific and unique service, product or desired results
Flexibility- Must be flexible enough to adapt any unique portfolios and can be changed
according to the needs
Communication Skills- Creation of a transparent and stable line of communication at different
levels of employees
Organization- Proper organization like the task prioritizing, resource allocation and estimating
budget
Problem Solving- Problem determination and taking effective steps to resolve them