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  • The Art of Diplomacy: Building Trust and Collaboration in Crisis

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    Okay, picture this: you’ve just been called in to take over a project that’s spiralling out of control. The deadline is looming, the budget is blown, and the team is stressed and demoralised. It’s a classic Program Recovery situation, and your job is to turn things around. Now, you might think that your first priority…

  • First Impressions Matter: The Power of “Quick Wins” in Project Recovery

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    Imagine you’re a new chef taking over a struggling restaurant. The kitchen is a mess, the staff is demoralised, and the customers are grumbling. What’s the quickest way to turn things around? Whip up a few delicious appetizers, right? Something to tantalise the taste buds and show everyone that things are changing for the better.…

  • Prevention is Key: Proactive Measures to Avoid Troubled Projects

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    In the world of project management, we know that prevention is far better than cure. Troubled projects drain resources, damage reputations, and can even impact future business. While some challenges are unavoidable, many can be mitigated with proactive planning and execution. Here’s how: 1. Crystal Clear Communication: 2. Robust Risk Management: 3. Realistic Planning: 4.…

  • A Pragmatic Methodology for Project Recovery

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    This methodology outlines a structured approach to recovering troubled projects, born from real-world experience and refined through collective wisdom. It’s designed to be a practical guide for Program Recovery Managers, providing a comprehensive framework while allowing for flexibility and adaptation to unique situations. Having been assigned as Recovery Manager on numerous programmes myself, I can…

  • Beyond the Triple Constraint: What Really Makes a Project Successful

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    Project success is often narrowly defined by the “triple constraint” – delivering on time, within budget, and to specification. While these factors are undeniably important, they represent a limited view in today’s dynamic environment. A truly successful project transcends these basic parameters, delivering lasting value and driving strategic goals. Here’s a broader perspective on what…

  • Guidance for Project Management Professionals on Troubled Projects

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    Troubled projects can significantly impact profitability and negatively affect a company’s reputation for client satisfaction and service quality. Maintaining a strong reputation is crucial for attracting new clients and retaining existing ones. Once a company’s reputation is damaged, it can be challenging to recover. Troubled projects are an unavoidable reality in the IT services industry,…

  • Program Recovery Methodology

    Program Recovery Methodology

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    This article distils an approach followed into a repeatable process with discrete steps that form the nucleus of a formal program recovery methodology. . Top Level Approach: Methodology Overview Program Recovery management requires more than just technical solutions. In an emotionally charged environment, where blame is often directed between teams, the role of the recovery…

  • From Chaos to Crushing It: A Project Leader’s Guide to Team Transformation

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    Ever felt like you’re herding cats instead of leading a team? I have. Walking into a project where communication was nonexistent, deadlines were a distant memory, and frustration was the main deliverable? Been there, done that, got the stress wrinkles to prove it. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be a death march. Here’s…

  • Winning Hearts and Minds: Why Stakeholder Management is Crucial for Project Recovery

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    Think of a project as a grand theatrical production. You, as the Program Recovery Manager, are the director, responsible for bringing together a diverse cast of characters to create a successful performance. But unlike a traditional play, your actors aren’t just on stage; they’re in the audience, behind the scenes, and even out in the…

  • Why IT Projects Fail: Insights from a PM Expert

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    IT projects are notoriously prone to failure. While the promise of digital transformation is alluring, the reality is that many organizations struggle to realize the expected value from their IT investments. As a Gartner expert, I’ve observed recurring patterns and pitfalls that contribute to these failures. Here’s a breakdown of key factors: 1. Fuzzy Goals…