A
successful project should observe the following principles:
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A project is a finite
process with a start and end |
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All parties must be clear
on what the project is intended to achieve, why it is needed, how the outcome
is to be achieved and what their responsibilities are in that achievement so
that there can be genuine commitment to the project |
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Well-managed projects
have an increased chance of success. |
Following
these principles will ensure that the project can be successfully scoped and
managed to its completion.
Project
Kick Off is aimed at laying down the foundations for the fulfilment of the
principles described above.
The
objectives of Project Kick Off are to:
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Document and confirm that
an acceptable Business Case exists for the project |
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Ensure a firm and
accepted foundation to the project, prior to commencement of the work, via
the creation of the Project Foundation Document |
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Enable and encourage the
Project Board to take ownership of the project |
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Enable and encourage the
Project Board to make a decision on whether the project is viable, and to
agree to the commitment of resources to the first stage of the project |
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Provide the baseline for
the decision-making processes required during the project's life |
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Ensure that by carrying
out Initiation in an organised manner, the investment of time and effort
required by the project is made wisely, taking account of the risks to the
project |
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Monitor progress of
Project Kick Off against the plans for the Initiation Stage. |