Tag: Troubled Projects

Okay, imagine you’re coaching a football team. You wouldn’t micromanage every player’s every move on the field, would you? You’d set the overall strategy, train them on the plays, and then trust them to make decisions in the heat of the game. That’s because you understand that empowerment is key to success. When players feel…

Okay, imagine you’re a detective investigating a mysterious case. You arrive at the scene, and there’s a crucial piece of evidence missing – the victim’s diary. Now, you could try to recreate the diary, speculate about its contents, maybe even forge a few entries. But that would compromise the integrity of your investigation, right? The…

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.…