4.1. Integrated Planning Flashcards
1
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Characteristics of a (integrated) project management plan
A
- Complete guide of intention of project
- Details project context and processes
- Aids in continuity
- Defined by organisational governance
2
Q
Features brought together in integrated planning
A
- Benefits
- Success criteria
- Scope
- Quality
- Time
- Cost
- Resources
- Risk
- Communications
3
Q
Contents of PMP
A
- What
- Why
- How
- How much
- When
- Who
- Where
4
Q
“What” considerations in a PMP
A
- Included and excluded scope (PBS, WBS)
- Product specifications
- Acceptance criteria
- Constraints
- Assumptions
5
Q
“Why” considerations in a PMP
A
- Description of benefits
- Statement of requirements
- Project objectives
6
Q
“How” considerations in a PMP
A
- Project methods and standards
- Health and safety plan
- Roles and responsibilities
- Quality plan
- Procurement strategy
- Communication plan
- Risk management plan
- Change control processes
7
Q
“How much” consideration in PMP
A
- Time phased budget
- Earned value approach
- Cashflow forecasts
- Cost management of variances
8
Q
“When” consideration in PMP
A
- Gantt chart
- Precedence diagrams
- Resource histograms
- Project lifecycle
9
Q
“Who” consideration in PMP
A
- Organisational Breakdown Structure
- RAM / RACI chart
- Authority and delegation schedules
- Role descriptions
10
Q
“Where” consideration in PMP
A
- Team location
- Environmental constraints
- Delivery requirements
11
Q
Definition of policies in a PMP
A
- How the project will be run
- Framework the project operates in
12
Q
Definition of schedules in a PMP
A
What specifically will be produced when, by whom, and for how much
13
Q
Features and importance of the PMP
A
- Turn objectives into practical steps
- Concise and consistent explanation of the project
- Communicate strategies to wider audience
- Baseline for measurement of progress
- Contract between project management and sponsor on deliverables
- Continuity throughout lifecycle
- Guides roles and responsibilities
14
Q
When is the PMP finalised?
A
At the end of the definition phase.
15
Q
When is the business case finalised?
A
At the end of the concept phase.
