Vijit's Project Management Portal

  1.     Introduction Core Idea: This section clarifies what a project is, describes its phases, and presents the process groups, the environments, and the role of the project manager.     Simplified Concept: A project is a distinctive journey aimed at achieving a specific goal. It requires a mix of structure, adaptability, and leadership. Key Points: ·        Temporary, distinctive, and goal-focused ·        5 Process Groups: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling, Closing ·        EEFs (external factors) & OPAs (internal assets) ·        The project manager balances scope, time, cost, quality, and team dynamics. Practical Example: Imagine you're overseeing a mobile banking app designed for rural users. Unlike a conventional app, this initiative has unique constraints: limited internet acc...

What were the plans you made at the time of organizing a dinner party with friends?  For under $200, this had to happen within a time span of 10 days-from invitations to the actual dinner through to cleaning up afterward. Let's see how we can ensure that it is a success, just like a real project manager! The barometer of success: Introducing "Critical Path" – Main Road of Your Dinner Party Think of a road trip: there are different things to do, and some things need to happen before others. Here is the plan: What to do How long (days) What needs to be done first? A: Plan menu & guest list 1 Nothing B: Send invitations & confirm RSVPs 2 A C: Buy non-perishable decor/drinks 1 Nothing D: Create shopping list & finalize recipes 2 B E: Grocery shopping (perishables) 3 D F: Prep ingredients & set table 2 E G: Cook main meal & side dishes 2 F and C H: Serve food & host party 1 G Now draw the Map (Just Like Roadmap): Now imagine lines connecting these steps...