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What Is PRINCE2

By Roshni ChauhanPublished 3 years ago 3 min read

More than 150 countries use the Project Management Methodology known as PRINCE2, or Projects IN Controlled Environments. It's a methodical approach that emphasises control and organization throughout the overall project. Every project begins with a comprehensive project plan, each step of the process is planned, and any loose ends are tied up when the project is complete. But what is PRINCE2 project management in exercise? Keep reading for the underlying ideas and seven-step method of this strategy.

PRINCE2 requires a project management framework that has an organized and controlled project plan before commencing, one that maintains its structure throughout the project life cycle. This is done by breaking the project down into logical sections. PRINCE2 is totally scalable. he most recent upgrade to the framework, PRINCE2, allows it to be more easily customized for each project you take on.

How does PRINCE2® Work?

A PRINCE2 project plan is typically described as having-

1) A project lifecycle that is clearly defined

2) Quantifiable and defined business products

3) A matching set of procedures for successfully developing commercial goods

4) A clear and defined collection of resources

5) A project management organizational structure with clear roles and responsibilities

PRINCE2® Benefits

PRINCE2 training can help your entire company's project management processes. Teams that follow the PRINCE2 approach are aware of their responsibilities within a project as well as the when, why, and for whom specific deliverables are to be produced. The framework also offers approaches for managing resources and costs that have been proven to be successful, resulting in projects that are more carefully planned and have much higher returns on investment.

The framework's most essential contribution will be to help you maintain the proper perspective as you work on your projects. A number of evaluations will be performed to ensure that the work is progressing in line with the established business goals, and any issues must be resolved before work can continue.

The following are some of the major benefits of PRINCE2 project management-

1) Greater decision-making latitude

2) Better resource management and project control

3) Reviewing project progress on a regular basis against business cases and plans

4) Higher efficiency in risk management

5) Early detection of potential issues

6) Ensuring that projects are only continued when they have real, business-related justifications

7) A clear procedure for handling any project deviations from the established plan

8) The project team and other PRINCE2 stakeholders communicate effectively.

9) A defined procedure for documenting lessons learnt that can be applied to future initiatives

PRINCE2® Roles and Responsibilities

The PRINCE2 project management technique explicitly defines roles and duties to foster a regulated project environment. The key roles that make up a PRINCE2 project management team are listed below.

1) Project Manager- The planning, execution, controlling, and closure phases of the project must all be managed by the project manager.

Project Manager's Primary Responsibilities-

A) Organize a project team and keep an eye on its progress.

B) Make a project plan including a timetable and budget.

C) Stay connected with the project board and the clients

2) Team Manager- You might require a team manager to constantly monitor team members and report to the project manager based on the scale of your project.

3) Customer- The project also involves a client, user, or supplier. This is the individual or group funding the project and who will be affected in some way by its results.

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