Week 7 DQ 1
Week 7: Project Management Communication and Information Systems - Discussion
Project Communications (Graded)
Good project communication starts with a communications plan. This document is sometimes overlooked because the project manager feels like he or she knows how, when, and what to communicate so that he or she does not need to take the time to document it.
1. What do you think of this action (or lack of action)?
2. Have you experienced the use of a good communications plan?
3. Have you experienced the result of the lack of a communications plan?
Week 7 DQ 2
Week 7: Project Management Communication and Information Systems - Discussion
PMIS Applications (Graded)
With focus on Budget and Scope control, how would you develop an information system for the Indoor Theme Park Project? Briefly describe the essential elements you would include, and the information flow between the project manager and the project team, including contractors. Include how to communicate exceptions and changes.
1- Briefly describe the PMIS in your organization, or in one with which you are familiar.
2- Does the system provide adequate information to proactively control the project?
3- What improvements would you suggest?