It all depends on the situation and there are many scenarios. Scenario 1: if past variance (performance) is expected to continue (good or bad) then we can expect there will be a CPI (Cost Performance Index) for the work done to date.

The go live checklist really depends on the project you're working on. In case it's a software project: - Are all the features there? (The project manager should ensure, with the project sponsor, that all the deliverables are there according to the project scope) - Are all the features tested? - Did the client accept the product/service?

A risk register, in project management, is a document where list all your risks and detailed information about each and every risk. Typically, a risk register is an Excel file with the following header: - Risk Id: The id of the risk (for example: 0, 5, 7, etc..) - Risk Name: The name of the risk (for example: main developer getting sick)

I've never (officially) used a baseline survey myself and all my projects went OK without it. I personally don't know of any other project manager (and I know many) who uses a baseline survey. I also think that the definition of a baseline survey is not consistent especially when it comes to project management. It is also not defined in the PMBOK.

In other words, the project manager has to explain to the team members why the company is undertaking this project and how it will (positively) affect them when it's done. - Constantly praising team members who are obviously not happy with their tasks, this will alleviate some of the pressure off their shoulders, and will somewhat clear the air.

I have an assignment on project communication management: Robin: Department of Correction Robin, a senior consultant for a large consulting firm, was just assigned to be the project manager for a $100 million project to upgrade the information systems for the State Department of …

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