Kicking Off a Project Means

Communicating!
Essential Information for Every
Project Team Member
Info Every Team Member Needs-
1
A summary of project objectives and
milestones.
An organization chart of the project.
A description of key personnel on the
project and the roles they play.
A personal task list.
Authority to do the job and understanding
of the limits of that authority.
Info Every Team Member Needs-
2
The project schedule!
Due dates for reports, meetings, and any other
recurrent activities.
Samples of required reports, forms, and other
necessary documents.
Procedures for reporting problems.
Procedures for suggesting changes to the
project.
Contact information for key project personnel,
vendors and contractors.
It Goes Without Saying, But
Getting a project started right and on track requires
communication, communication, and more
communication!
All projects need starting events to clarify goals,
responsibilities, and even operating procedures.
Prior to the first project team meeting, a review of the
project by team members should point out holes in the
project plan.
At the very start of the project, the project plan should
address major problems, whether financial or political.
Focused, productive and informative team and individual
meetings are the only way to get things started on the
right track.