not possible to get a clear definition of client needs?

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eampm pmjha 👤 Member for 6 years 10 months

Hello guys, can anyone anser this question please? Thank a lot

 

Traditional project management (TPM) depends heavily on being able to clearly define what the client needs. You cannot create a detailed project plan without that information. Within the framework of the TPM, what could you do if it were not possible to get a clear definition of client needs?

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Stephen Devaux 👤 Member for 21 years 2 months

1. Make assumptions re requirements.

2. Document them.

3. Distribute them to sponsor/customer with a "fused" date when scope will be frozen and changing it will require ECP/ECO.

4. Continue planning WBS/schedule/resources/budget/fee based on assumptions.

5. Change WBS/schedule/resources/budget/fee per feedback from sponsor/customer.

6. Freeze scope.

7. Complete plan.

 

Projects involving contracts will also require negotiating/finalizing the contract.

 

Fraternally in project management,

Steve the Bajan

 

P.S. Congrats to you and England, Mike! (Of course, ya couldn'ta done it without a Bajan bowling the super over!)

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