PROJECT PLANNING AND

CONTROL

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Abrejera, April G. Castaneda, Lyka Mae Q. Delos Reyea, Monica Jane C. Esperanza, Mauren D. Morales, Abigael M.

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 PROJECT PLANNING AND CONTROL
These ‘project’operations involve complex, frequently large-scale
activities with a defined start and end date. The pioneers of planning and
controlling project operations were the engineers and planners who
worked on complex defense and construction projects. Now, their
methods are applied To a variety of projects, including new product
launches, education initiatives, and film production. Project planning and
control are critical because all managers will become involved in project
management at some point.

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PROJECT

A project is a collection of activities with a defined start and end point, pursuing a defined objective
and utilizing a defined set of resources. All projects can be classified according to their degree of
complexity and inherent uncertainty. Simply put, a project is a collection of tasks that must be
completed in order to achieve a specific goal. Additionally, a project can be defined as a collection
of Inputs and outputs necessary to accomplish a specific objective. Simple to complex projects can
be managed by one person or a hundred. A manager or executive frequently describes and
delegates projects. They discuss their expectations and goals, and the team is responsible for
managing logistics and completing the project on time. Occasionally, deadlines can be specified.

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Projects with high uncertainty
Projects that involve a high degree of uncertainty are
likely to be particularly challenging to define and set realistic objectives for. When the
precise details of a project are subject to change during its execution, the planning
process becomes even more challenging.

Projects with high levels

Complex projects do not have to be difficult to plan, although they may require
considerable effort; however, controlling them can be challenging. As projects
become more detailed and involve a greater number of distinct activities, resources,
and groups of people, the possibility for things to go wrong increases.

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 The five fundamental phases of project
management are as follows:
❏ Project Initiation
❏ Project Planning
❏ Project Execution
❏ Project Monitoring
❏ Project Controlling

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 Project planning and process
Project planning is a discipline that entails formulating a strategy for completing a
project within a specified timeframe, typically with defined stages and allocated
resources. Controlling a project entails gathering and analyzing data in order to keep
costs and schedules on track. Project controls are responsible for initiating, planning,
monitoring, and controlling, as well as communicating and closing out project costs
and schedules.

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 Project management stages that are relevant to project
planning and control include the following:

Stage 1: Analyze the project’s environment

Stage 2: Defining the project
Stage 3: Project planning
Stage 4: Technical execution
Stage 5: Project control

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 Summary
● It entails risk identification and mitigation, as well as prudent resource
management, prudent budgeting, and open communication among various teams and
stakeholders. Due to the complexity and number of stakeholders involved in most projects,
having a project manager with the right characteristics and skills to lead the initiative and keep
everyone on the same page is critical to project success.
● The planning phase of a project is critical for guiding stakeholders, sponsors,
teams, and the project manager through the project's numerous phases. Planning is
necessary to establish desired outcomes, manage risks, avoid missing deadlines, and
ultimately deliver the agreed-upon product, service, or outcome. Additionally, project controls
act as a methodical approach to risk management. By anticipating risks, monitoring them
regularly, and implementing contingency plans to deal with and mitigate difficulties, it is
possible to limit the impact on budget and schedule. Additionally, it assists in preventing future
dangers. A great project manager keeps an eye on all potential risk factors, ensuring that the
team stays on track and avoids prioritizing the wrong tasks.

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 Reference
Slack N., Chambers S., Johnston R. (2010). Chapter 16 Project Planning and
Control. Operations Management 6th Edition. Retrieved from
https://carlbamford.weebly.com/uploads/4/4/
1/3/4413567/operations_management_6th_ed.pdf

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