Effective Tools for Multiple Project Management

Abstract

This article gives an overview of what Multiple Project Management (MPM) is, requirement, causes of inefficiency and tools that can be practiced for optimization.

Multiple Project Management (MPM)

1. Single vs Multiple Projects
2. Necessity of MPM
3. Classifications of Projects in MPM
4. Issues faced during MPM
   1. Resource Management
   2. Project Alignment
   3. Control and Communication Management
   4. Learning and Knowledge Management

Tools for overcoming MPM issues

1. Resource Management
   • Best-Visible-Best-Fit
   • Prioritizing Matrix
   • Linking Task

1. Project Alignment
   • Project Alignment Matrix with Strategic Coverage Matrix

1. Control and Communication
   • Responsibility Assessment Matrix (RACI)

1. Learning and Knowledge Management
   • Project Record Sheets