Understanding the
Project
Management
Project management is a formal
process. It uses tools to ensure
that:
• Detailed tasks are identified and laid out;
• Responsible people are allocated to the tasks;
• Measurable objectives are put in place to ensure that targets are met
• Changes are made in time to ensure targets can be met;
• The budget is well controlled;
• The correct allocation of equipment and materials is made throughout
the lifespan of the project
Project Feasibility
Study
Project Feasibility Study is an analysis
which ascertains/checks the viability of an
undertaking and guides organization.
Program implementation in determining the
action they must take to bring about the
successful operation of a project operation.
Technical Feasibility – discusses the
nature of the project, the type of
technology needed, its availability, the
proper mix of resources and how to
optimize its use.
Beneficiary Need Analysis investigates
the nature of unsatisfied project demands
(school, health center, social infrastructure,
or agriculture related) in terms of its growth
and the manner in which it is to be met.
Organizational viability – the project
organization and management analysis are
critically looked into. Its capability in responding
to the need of the envisioned project is
dissected to ensure project implementation
Social acceptability deals
with social soundness and
gender sensitivity of
projects
Economic capability is simplified
financial and economic analysis of
projects. It presents the overall
financial picture in terms of
operating cash requirement,
profitability and cash flow
Environmentally safe –
deals with environmental
impact assessment
Project Context
refers to the
internal and
external
environment.
Internally, issues
like its alignment
with the
objectives of the
organization, its
resource
requirements and
related
organizational
concerns.
Project Life Cycle
(Tuckman)