If you want to know the basics of project management, this guide and the others in The Neanderthal Series are available. The idea behind this series is to first concentrate on the basics and then progress to greater levels of complexity, if necessary. Seek simplicity first.
Projects rarely follow plans. Variances will arise between planned and actual performance. Project managers must have, therefore, good situational awareness using reliable data and information to make decisions about performance.
Learning Objectives The learning objectives for this guide: • Appreciate the value of change management in managing the dynamics of a project • Recognize the actions required to have effective control over a project • Recognize what necessary actions needed to complete a project according to cost and schedule requirements • Understand the requirements for tracking and monitoring performance