Project Management Fundamentals: The Essential Adage for Successful UX Projects
In the final instalment of our project management tips series for UX project managers, we delve into the Golden Rule - a fundamental principle that can significantly streamline your project management process. This rule, which was taught to us by Richard Jones, a renowned Project Management guru, is succinctly stated as: "Tasks are either done or they are not done. There is no such thing as a reliable indicator for - percentage complete."
The concept might seem simplistic, but it offers a refreshing alternative to the traditional approach of reporting tasks as percentage complete. This practice, often attributed to Microsoft Project, can lead to confusion and blame when tasks are not completed on time. A black and white system of reporting, on the other hand, is more effective in getting to the bottom of issues. It keeps responsibility and accountability with the task owner, making the progress of each task clear and unambiguous.
Jones's user-friendly book, "Project Management Survival: A Practical Guide to Leading Projects", serves as a valuable resource for those who find the PMP and Prince 2 routes intimidating. The book, authored by Alan Stretton, provides practical insights and strategies for project management, making it an excellent choice for UX project managers seeking to improve their project management skills.
Adopting the Golden Rule can make your project management process more efficient and less prone to misunderstandings. It's easier to manage a tick box system where tasks are either done or not done. Percentage complete cannot be quantified meaningfully, and attempting to do so can lead to unnecessary complications.
Remember, the next time you're managing a project, consider the Golden Rule. By embracing this principle, you'll find that your projects run more smoothly, and you'll have a clearer understanding of the progress of each task.
This series of project management tips for UX project managers can be found under the UX Daily tab on our website. We hope you've found these tips helpful, and we look forward to sharing more insights with you in the future.
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