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What is a project?

   

A temporary undertaking that...


has a specific goal that can be clearly defined (it is therefore ad hoc)

occurs within a defined timeframe (specific starting date and final date)

has a defined budget

is executed by a specific team


All elements of the project are...

interdependent

a logical entity

well-considered and detailed

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What is a project?

What is project management?

What are the principles of project management?

What value does project management add?

 

What is project management?

   

A dynamic process during which the focus is on:

achieving defined goals

within a specific timeframe

within a specific budget

Techniques to:

carry out the project plan

adhere to or remain within the project plan

 

How does a project differ from daily work?

   

Project

Daily work

Unique

Repetitive

Usually not routine

Routine tasks

Ending

Continuous

Change

Status quo

Crossing divisions

Within divisions

Varying resources

Fixed resources

 

How does a project differ from a business plan?

   

Project

Business plan

Establishing something new

Starting a new business

Unique

Continuous

Shorter term

Long term

Using money

Generating money

Read more about business plans...