There are five different types of process groups that are broken down in project management. Within each process group, value is added from the beginning to the end of the project. It is up to the project leader to make sure every project provides a substantial amount of information that would be instrumental in making the project successful. Groups for each project require initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, and closing. Many benefits come from the process groups throughout the project.
Initiating Process Group
“The initiating process group involves the processes, activities and skills needed to effectively define the beginning of a project” University Alliance (2015). The key stakeholders are identified; …show more content…
The executing process group is responsible for directing an managing the project’s execution, performing quality assurance, acquiring project team, developing a project team, managing a project team, distributing information, managing stakeholder expectations, and conducting the procurement. This phase of the process is very critical. There are seasoned project managers that face challenges in this area. This is why using the Project Management Body of Knowledge is very handy for even the seasoned project manager. In this phase of the work cycle, there should be teams formulated so work can be completed according to the stakeholder specifications. “The executing process group involves managing teams effectively while orchestrating timeline expectations and reach benchmark goals” University Alliance …show more content…
Communicating effectively to stake holders is an on-going process. Performance teams can do this through reports and making sure they are consistently documenting the throughout the lifecycle of the project. Teams should always make sure they are assessing the scope of the project regularly, they benchmark the goals; constantly evaluate the timeline and the budget. This will help ensure that the project is successful and the project manager is able to get in front of unforeseen circumstances. “The monitoring and controlling process group is required to track, review and regulate the progress and performance of the project, identify any areas in which changes to the plan are required” PMBOK (2013). This process group helps controls changes, recommend changes, and make necessary changes as they see fit. Managers should always monitor the functionality of the system and effectively communicate information to the project manager on any adjustments needed. It is imperative for the process owner, to contribute to any decisions before there are changes to be made in the process. Effectively communicating and involving the leaders from each department, lower any chances of reworking any steps of the project. This in turn, can cause extra funds to be