Project Planning Process Overview

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What is the main purpose of planning in a project?

  • To eliminate risks from the project
  • To execute the project's objectives efficiently
  • To identify and document activities and products needed for project success (correct)
  • To track project milestones

In what way does planning contribute to competitive advantage for organizations?

  • By determining the methods and resources needed for project success (correct)
  • By reducing the need for resources
  • By eliminating the need for management strategies
  • By automating project processes

Why is planning considered more of an art than a science?

  • Due to its reliance on data analysis
  • Due to its predictable outcomes
  • Because it is based on personal creativity and experience (correct)
  • Because it follows strict formulas and procedures

What is one of the key outputs of the planning process in a project?

<p>Developing risk registers and issue logs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does planning help in early detection of project issues?

<p>By being central to project control (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does planning determine in relation to project deliverables?

<p>When and how each deliverable must be achieved (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one key consideration when it comes to successful planning?

<p>Effective leadership (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In project planning, what is important to understand and address?

<p>All identified risks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can uncertainties in the future be accounted for in project planning?

<p>By allowing for a time contingency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is breaking the project into smaller elements important?

<p>To facilitate delegation of responsibility (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Level 1 represent in project breakdown structures?

<p>The highest level of structure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that may influence an adopted project strategy?

<p>Best commercial solution based on earliest completion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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