Guidelines for Application

How much planning should I do to ensure the success of my project?

That depends on the project...

To identify the planning process and/or tools that are right for the job, consider the following:

• Is the project large and/or complex? (e.g., annual report, benefits website)
• Is the project related to a critical business or technology initiative? (e.g., rollout of SAP)
• Are there strategic issues at stake? (e.g., Wall Street presentation, proposal to a foreign government)
• Is the timeframe realistic given the stakes involved?

If the answer to one or more of these questions is “Yes,” it’s a job for MPMP Communications, a comprehensive end-to-end process. For projects of limited scope, the Project Charter incorporates best practices in a stand-alone planning tool.

Tip: Whichever route you choose, beware the pressure from clients and/or team members to shortchange upfront planning. After all, if you don’t have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?

Project Success Factors