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What is the primary focus during the Stakeholder Planning chapter?
What is the primary focus during the Stakeholder Planning chapter?
- Developing a budget plan
- Creating a project timeline
- Identifying and managing stakeholders (correct)
- Assessing project risks
Which characteristic is NOT typically assessed for each stakeholder?
Which characteristic is NOT typically assessed for each stakeholder?
- Level of power
- Level of support
- Level of interest
- Communication style (correct)
What may budget planning impact during a project?
What may budget planning impact during a project?
- Human resources management
- Only scope plans
- Only stakeholder engagement
- Scope and schedule plans (correct)
Which option best describes the Planning Phase in relation to the Initiating Phase?
Which option best describes the Planning Phase in relation to the Initiating Phase?
What is the first step in the Stakeholder Planning process?
What is the first step in the Stakeholder Planning process?
In Stakeholder Analysis, 'interest' relates to what aspect of stakeholders?
In Stakeholder Analysis, 'interest' relates to what aspect of stakeholders?
Why is stakeholder engagement crucial during project planning?
Why is stakeholder engagement crucial during project planning?
Which of the following does NOT include a chapter specifically related to the planning phase?
Which of the following does NOT include a chapter specifically related to the planning phase?
How might the characteristics of stakeholders influence project success?
How might the characteristics of stakeholders influence project success?
During the Planning Phase, which aspect is assessed to manage stakeholders effectively?
During the Planning Phase, which aspect is assessed to manage stakeholders effectively?
What is the expected level of support from Casey Serrador, the CEO of Deco Productions?
What is the expected level of support from Casey Serrador, the CEO of Deco Productions?
What is the level of power and interest for the project team according to the Stakeholder Registration?
What is the level of power and interest for the project team according to the Stakeholder Registration?
What action should be taken to foster positive relationships with other V4 Project Managers?
What action should be taken to foster positive relationships with other V4 Project Managers?
What engagement approach is recommended for stakeholders with high power but low interest?
What engagement approach is recommended for stakeholders with high power but low interest?
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Study Notes
Project Life Cycle Overview
- Phases include Initiating, Planning, Executing, and Closing.
- Key chapters in the planning phase address stakeholder, schedule, budget, scope, team, quality, risk, communications, procurement, execution, management of disruptions, human resources, status reporting, and project closing.
Planning Phase Introduction
- Follows the Initiating Phase in the project life cycle.
- Planning decisions in one area can impact others, such as budget affecting scope and scheduling.
Stakeholder Planning
- Two main outputs: Stakeholder Registration and Stakeholder Engagement Plan.
- Characteristics to consider for stakeholders include power, interest, and support level.
Stakeholder Characteristics
- Identify key stakeholders during the Project Charter and planning stages.
- Assess stakeholders based on their power (ability to influence project decisions) and interest (level of concern about project outcomes).
Case Study: Deco Productions
- Project stakeholders identified include Casey Serrador (CEO), Arun Singh (Project Sponsor), other project managers, Jackson Woodhouse (VP Customer Support), project team members, and Deco Productions employees.
- Create a Stakeholder Register to organize this information by role, power, interest, and support.
Stakeholder Registration Example
- Casey Serrador: High power, high interest, supportive.
- Arun Singh: High power, high interest, supportive.
- Other V4 Project Managers: High power, low interest, neutral.
- Jackson Woodhouse: High power, high interest, unsupportive.
- Project Team: Low power, high interest, supportive.
- Deco Productions Employees: Low power, low interest, neutral.
Managing Stakeholders
- Tailor management strategies based on the intersection of stakeholder power and interest levels.
- Strategies will vary for high power/high interest, high power/low interest, and low power/high interest stakeholders.
Stakeholder Engagement Plan Details
- Casey Serrador: Requires open communication and demonstrations; expects reports through Arun.
- Arun Singh: Prefers informational meetings and frequent updates, especially concerning budget and project progress.
- Other V4 Project Managers: Importance of relationship building and communication on dependencies; initial meetings scheduled for alignment.
- Jackson Woodhouse: Values direct feedback; early engagement to address concerns over mobile device software is crucial.
- Project Team: Once established, ensure accessibility to project documents and maintain a positive team environment.
Importance of Engagement
- Engagement helps address stakeholder concerns, ensures project support, and enhances collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
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