Controlling Change to Scope and Requirements

Establishing solid project baselines for scope, time, and cost and then using them as the basis for managing and reporting on the project are some of the most important tasks performed by any Project Manager. When done well, this work serves as a powerful driver for project success. However, this approach will only work if an effective change control process has been put into effect. Without change control, any project can spiral into disaster. Controlling Change to Scope and Requirements provides two days of practical, hands-on training in the three primary approaches to project change control. Participants are shown how to set the stage for effective project control with a well written project charter, and then follow up with detailed scope statement, requirements documentation, schedule, and budget. Participants discuss how to establish project baselines, and then explore the details of formal change control. The benefits of change control on both project delivery and on the business value that follows the project are thoroughly examined. The tools and techniques presented are field tested and have been proven to promote project success. The course format is truly multimodal with a mixture of exercises, group discussions, and lecture. All participants return to their workplace better equipped to bring their projects to a successful conclusion.