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A project has:

• A defined start point

• A defined end state

• Pursues a defined goal

• Uses a defined set of resource
  
  

Project management is the managing of resources to ensure project outcomes are achieved and completed within a time frame. 

The performance of a project is measured against

• Time

• Cost

• Quality

Project phases:
Phase 1 - Initiation and Definition

• The idea for the project is born

• Potential solutions identified

• Proposals prepared

• Proposals defined in detail to decide whether to pursue it further

Phase 2  - Planning
Earlier plans redefined and you will need to:

• Clarify the deliverables and delivery dates

• Identify the activities and tasks

• Schedule the activities and tasks

• Manage the budgets

• Allocate responsibilities

• Establishing controls for review of progress

• Put communication and reporting mechanisms in place

Phase 3  - Execution
When most energy and effort. Key activities are:

• Reviewing progress

• Monitoring costs

• Controlling quality

• Managing changes
  

Phase 4 - Integration/Handover
Project is delivered

Project Management tools include:

• Milestone charts

• Ghantt charts

• Calendar

• Computer software