Tag: Program Recovery

Imagine you’ve been called in to rescue a failing project. It’s like arriving at a crime scene, but instead of a body, you’ve got a mountain of documents – the Contract Master File. Now, you might be tempted to just focus on the immediate crisis, but trust me, this file is your treasure trove of…

Imagine you’re baking a cake. You wouldn’t just toss all the ingredients in a bowl and hope for the best, would you? You’d follow a recipe, carefully measuring each ingredient and adjusting the baking time based on your oven and the type of cake. Similarly, in project management, accurate estimation is like having a reliable…

In the complex landscape of programme recovery, achieving true alignment across all team members is paramount to success. This alignment hinges on two fundamental pillars: a shared understanding of the chief architect’s intent and a stabilised organisational structure that empowers effective collaboration and efficient execution. Decoding the Architect’s Vision: The chief architect plays a critical…

Imagine you’re leading a team of explorers on a voyage to a distant island. You have a clear vision: to discover this uncharted territory, map its resources, and establish a thriving settlement. But what if your crew doesn’t share this vision? What if they’re just focused on getting through the day, collecting their wages, and…

Okay, imagine you’re called in to rescue a failing project. You’re the cavalry, the fixer, the “Program Recovery Manager” with a reputation for turning chaos into order. But here’s the twist: you’re not just fighting a technical battle; you’re fighting a perception battle. Think of it like this: you’re a firefighter rushing into a burning…

Imagine you’re leading a team on a challenging expedition. You’ve got a diverse group of individuals, each with their own skills and expertise. But to reach your destination, you need to ensure everyone is aligned, motivated, and working together effectively. How do you do that? Well in my experience it all boils down to asking…

Alright, imagine you’ve got a powerful engine, a finely-tuned machine ready to roar back to life. But there’s one crucial element missing: fuel. Without it, your engine sputters and stalls. In the world of project recovery, that fuel is actionable scheduling. You’ve meticulously crafted your resource tracking spreadsheet, a detailed grid outlining who’s doing what.…

Okay, so you’ve diagnosed the patient and identified the ailments plaguing your troubled project. Now, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and start developing the treatment plan – your project recovery strategy. But before you dive headfirst into Gantt charts and resource allocation, there’s a crucial step you shouldn’t skip: building bridges of communication.…

“To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe.” Wise words from Anatole France, and they ring especially true when it comes to rescuing a troubled project. You can have the most technically brilliant recovery plan in the world, but if your team doesn’t believe in…

Imagine walking into a project that’s in crisis mode. Deadlines are whooshing past, the budget is hemorrhaging, and the team is a mix of stressed, defensive, and finger-pointing. As the Program Recovery Manager, your instinct might be to crack the whip, find the culprits, and demand accountability. But hold on! There’s a more effective, and…