Scenario:
Imagine a healthcare organization planning to implement a new patient management system to improve operational efficiency. Without proper project management processes, the team may face issues such as unclear goals, budget overruns, and delays. However, with a strategic approach, the project manager ensures the system aligns with the hospital’s long-term goal of enhancing patient care. They define clear objectives, allocate resources wisely, monitor progress, and adjust strategies as needed.
Questions:
- How can effective project management processes prevent project failures?
- In what ways does strategic project management contribute to an organization’s long-term success?
To earn full credit, post an initial response of 500 words that includes at least one APA citation and the associated reference
ASSIGNMENT
You are a Project Analyst working for a multinational retail company that recently attempted to implement an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Unfortunately, the project failed due to poor project initiation, resulting in scope creep, inadequate risk assessment, and employee resistance. Your manager has assigned you the task of analyzing what went wrong and developing a plan to prevent similar failures in future projects.
Questions:
What mistakes were made during the project initiation phase, and how could they have been prevented?
How did a lack of proper planning affect the entire project life cycle?
In your paper, use your textbook and at least two peer-reviewed sources, along with their citations and references. Your paper must be APA formatted and include at least 1500 words