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• 1 introduction

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• where does PRINCE stand for

  PRojects in controlled environment

• 2 project definition

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• what is a project definition document?

  • it clearly shows the need for the project and shows the benefits
  • it also confirms  agreement that you will have the resources
  • it is the master plan while you're working

• what are constraints for equipement resources?

  • cost
  • technical ability to operate it
  • repair and maintenance
  • availability

• what are constraints for money?

  • budget cycles
  • budget request processes
  • foreseen and unforeseen costs

• 3 planning the project

• first thing you will do when chosing your team

  identify the needed skills to complete the project and then select team members who have those

• where do you have a documented plan for if it goes  wrong

  • the budget gets cut
  • a resource quits
  • a supplier fails to deliver
  • costs are higher than expected
  • a milestone is not met
  • an expected result is not received

• 4 common project management tools

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• what are the guidelines for brainstorming?

  • forbid negative comments or criticism
  • go for a high quantity of ideas, not always only the best ideas
  • encourage people to think outside the box
  • look for ways to combine new ideas with existing ideas
  • consider a group leader

• when do you use a fishbone diagram?

  for exploring issues and finding the cause of problems

• out of which sections is the fishbone diagram build of?

  right: suspected causes    left:effect

• what does CPA stand for?

  project Critical Path Analysis