Category: Project Performance Domains

The type of project deliverable(s) determines how it can be developed. The type of deliverable(s) and the development approach influence the number and cadence for project deliveries. The deliverable approach and the desired delivery cadence determine the project life cycle and its phases.

Figure 2-6. Development Approach and Life Cycle Performance Domain This performance domain entails establishing the development approach, delivery cadence, and project life cycle needed to optimize project outcomes. The following definitions are relevant to the Development Approach and Life Cycle Performance Domain: Deliverable. Any unique and verifiable product, result, or capability to perform a service that…

Table 2-3 identifies the outcomes from effective application of the Team Performance Domain on the left and ways of checking them on the right. Table 2-3. Checking Outcomes—Team Performance Domain

The Team Performance Domain emphasizes the skills used by project managers and project team members throughout the project. These skills are woven into all other aspects of the project. Project team members are called on to demonstrate leadership qualities and skills throughout the project. Communicating the project vision and benefits to stakeholders while planning and…

As with all aspects of projects, leadership styles are also tailored to meet the needs of the project, the environment, and the stakeholders. Some of the variables that influence tailoring of leadership styles include:

Interpersonal skills that are used frequently in projects include emotional intelligence, decision making, and conflict resolution among others. Self-awareness and self-management are required to remain calm and productive during difficult project circumstances. Social awareness and social skills allow for better bonds with project team members and project stakeholders. Emotional intelligence is a basis of all…

Motivating project team members has two aspects: the first is understanding what motivates project team members to perform, and the second is working with project team members in such a way that they remain committed to the project and its outcomes. Motivation to perform can be intrinsic or extrinsic. Intrinsic motivation comes from inside the…

Throughout the various project performance domains, there is a need to recognize bias, identify the root cause of problems, and consider challenging issues, such as ambiguity, complexity, and so forth. Critical thinking helps to accomplish these activities. Critical thinking includes disciplined, rational, logical, evidence-based thinking. It requires an open mind and the ability to analyze…

Every project has a purpose. Understanding that purpose is critical for people to commit their time and energy in the right direction toward achieving the project purpose. The project vision summarizes the project’s purpose clearly and succinctly. It describes a realistic, attractive view of the future project outcomes. In addition to briefly describing the desired…

Leadership skills are useful for all project team members whether the project team is operating in an environment with a centralized authority or a shared leadership environment. The following sections describe some of the traits and activities associated with leadership.