'Easy' Project Management

Determine the objective and desired outcome.

Identify and organise the stakeholders who or are required in order to bring the project to completion.

Identify the project manager, this should be accepted by all involved in the project.

Create scenarios on how to achieve the desired outcome (Brainstorm). Make a date when  a written draft will be presented.

Identify risks to the project (global economic forces, natural disasters, competition, capital invested, personnel, prices, etc.). Identify the warning signs.

Identify the resources, the people, hardware and software, and the time required to complete the objectives.

Organise the stakeholders. Review the project so far, the risks, the resources, and schedule. Determine the best path, resources and schedule.

Create a formal project schedule.

Ensure all stakeholders are committed to achieving their goals.

Create a list of initial actions and goals that must be started and completed. Identify the stakeholders and dates.

Request specific, realistic dates for the completion of goals, make this information public. Communicate all success and failure to meet deadlines and goals to the group. Resolve any issues to enable success where possible.

For any major problems or setbacks, gather the relevant stakeholders to agree new goals and dates of completion.

Celebrate the significant milestones and victories.