When we talk about starting a project off correctly, we often mention problems to be solved. Unfortunately, solving problems alone is not the path to success. We must also make sure we are solving the right problems. Luckily, this task is not challenging and just requires us to ask a few questions. Who Do We Ask? The first thing to do is to identify who speaks for the solution. This speaker is the person or persons that will use the …
IT projects do not have a great success rate. However, a project kickoff that includes some simple steps can significantly improve its odds. These are not technical steps so anyone can do them. If your next project skips these steps, then it is more likely to become another unpleasant statistic. The Big Why The first step in a project kickoff is: clearly define your why. We have looked at this in past posts, and it is critical on your journey. The …
InfoGraphic-Scary IT Project Statistics It is no secret that IT projects are less than a roaring success most of the time. However, when you start to look at the numbers around success rates and reasons for overruns it gets scary. The problems we face are not new. There have been IT projects documented for over a half century. There is nothing scary about IT projects on their own; we just need to face the everyday struggles and address them to …
