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Which type of IT project is focused on creating a new IT system?
Which type of IT project is focused on creating a new IT system?
What is the primary focus of a Maintenance Project?
What is the primary focus of a Maintenance Project?
Which of the following projects is primarily concerned with cloud technologies?
Which of the following projects is primarily concerned with cloud technologies?
An Upgrading Project typically aims to achieve which of the following?
An Upgrading Project typically aims to achieve which of the following?
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What defines the size and complexity of an IT project?
What defines the size and complexity of an IT project?
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Which type of project involves the enhancement of a mobile application?
Which type of project involves the enhancement of a mobile application?
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What is a common characteristic of a Consulting Project?
What is a common characteristic of a Consulting Project?
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What is not a dimension used to classify IT projects?
What is not a dimension used to classify IT projects?
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What is a key definition of project success according to the triple constraint concept?
What is a key definition of project success according to the triple constraint concept?
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Which of the following statements accurately reflects the concept of project trade-offs?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the concept of project trade-offs?
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What does it mean when a project is labeled as 'challenged'?
What does it mean when a project is labeled as 'challenged'?
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What aspect is indicated as inter-related in project management?
What aspect is indicated as inter-related in project management?
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According to Paul Coby, what is the nature of IT projects?
According to Paul Coby, what is the nature of IT projects?
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What is the consequence of changes in project scope without appropriate adjustments to time and cost?
What is the consequence of changes in project scope without appropriate adjustments to time and cost?
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Which of the following management areas is NOT included in the essential concepts of project management?
Which of the following management areas is NOT included in the essential concepts of project management?
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What feeling might someone experience in the role of a project manager?
What feeling might someone experience in the role of a project manager?
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What is a defining characteristic of a project?
What is a defining characteristic of a project?
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Which of the following is NOT a key concept in project management?
Which of the following is NOT a key concept in project management?
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According to PMBOK, what does project management primarily involve?
According to PMBOK, what does project management primarily involve?
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What does project scope define?
What does project scope define?
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Which of these roles is essential for project support?
Which of these roles is essential for project support?
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What is a common challenge faced in project management?
What is a common challenge faced in project management?
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Which statement is NOT true about project constraints?
Which statement is NOT true about project constraints?
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What aspect of project management defines the expected results at completion?
What aspect of project management defines the expected results at completion?
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Study Notes
Types of IT Projects
- Development projects create new IT systems, such as websites.
- Software projects focus on writing new software modules.
- Application projects involve adopting existing systems like Microsoft Dynamics CRM.
- Maintenance projects modify existing systems to enhance performance.
- Upgrading projects transition all servers to updated versions (e.g., Windows Server 2022).
- Infrastructure projects aim to increase network bandwidth.
- Migration projects involve moving systems to the cloud.
- Enhancement projects create new versions of applications, such as mobile apps.
- Integration projects merge two applications for improved functionality.
- Business process re-engineering projects revamp existing processes like customer applications.
- Consulting projects offer expert advisory services.
- IT outsourcing projects delegate tasks like helpdesk management to other vendors.
Project Characteristics
- Projects are distinct, non-repetitive activities with defined features.
- Every project has a specific goal or output/deliverables to achieve.
- Scope outlines what is included and excluded in the project.
- Timeframes are established for project completion.
- Resources are limited and include budget, personnel, and equipment.
- Projects carry risks that must be managed throughout their lifecycle.
Essential Project Management Concepts
- Key concepts include project goals, deliverables, planning, timelines, project risks, constraints, project teams, sponsors, and support.
- Project management combines knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to fulfill stakeholder needs per PMBOK guidelines.
PMBOK Knowledge Areas
- Nine knowledge areas govern all projects:
- Project integration management
- Time management
- Quality management
- Scope management
- Cost management
- Human resource management
- Communication management
- Procurement management
- Risk management
Business vs. IT Projects
- The notion that there are only business projects, not IT projects, is emphasized.
- IT projects inherently serve business objectives and cannot be isolated from business goals.
Project Success Factors
- Project success is defined by completing on-time, on-budget, and within scope.
- Time, cost, and scope are interrelated; a change in one affects the others.
- If scope changes without adjusting time and budget, project quality suffers.
Project Outcome Categories
- Successful projects meet all three criteria: on-time, on-budget, and within scope.
- Challenged projects are completed but may exceed budget or deliver late.
- Failed projects are canceled before completion.
- Standish Group Chaos Report indicates that while success rates improve, failure rates still see around 20% cancellation.
Project Trade-offs
- Clients often desire projects to be good, cheap, and fast, but realistically, only two of these can be achieved at once.
- Managing customer and stakeholder expectations is crucial for project success.
Project Manager Experience
- The role of a project manager can feel commanding and authoritative or may lead to feelings of stress and pressure based on project challenges.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential concepts of IT project management, focusing on various types of IT projects such as development, software, application, and maintenance projects. Test your understanding of how each project type contributes to overall IT work and management strategies.
