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Qualities of successful ICT Projects |
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- Project is aligned with organizational goals.
- Project has effective management support.
- Project has effective leadership.
- All key stakeholders are in agreement on the purpose, goals, and objectives of the project.
- All key stakeholders share a common vision on the project results.
- All key stakeholders share realistic expectations for the project results.
- The project results meet the expectations of the key stakeholders.
- Stakeholder expectations are constantly managed and validated throughout the project.
- There is an investment made in proper planning.
- The project scope, approach, and deliverables are clearly defined and agreed upon during planning.
- Each stakeholder and team member’s role(s) and responsibilities are clearly communicated and understood.
- A high priority is placed on accurate and complete work effort estimates.
- A realistic schedule is developed and agreed upon.
- The project team has a strong results-focus and customer-orientation.
- Project communications are consistent, effective, and focused on “understanding.”
- Project progress is measured consistently from the current baseline.
- Project issues and subsequent action items are aggressively pursued.
- There is a strong sense of collaboration and teamwork.
- Expectations and changes surrounding scope, quality, schedule, and cost are closely managed.
- Project resources are skilled and available when needed.
- Project team proactively identifies risk and determines mitigation strategies to reduce project exposure.
- Project team anticipates and overcomes obstacles to ensure project meets objectives.
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