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== Critical Evaluation == | == Critical Evaluation == | ||
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| + | Although PRINCE2 is a powerful methodology, it has some constraints. Three different categories are to be recognized as omitted from the PRINCE2 scope. | ||
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| + | '''Specialist aspects:''' | ||
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| + | Its generic nature makes it less suitable for activities that are specified for unique activities within different industries. Agile methods, specific techniques including change management or procurement and project lifecycles which all are seen as specific activities, can although be used along with PRINCE2. | ||
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| + | '''Detailed techniques:''' | ||
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| + | Well known techniques in planning and control, such as critical path analysis, are not described in detail in PRINCE2. Only techniques that are unique to PRINCE2 or specifically recommended for a certain planning and control setting are described in detail. An example is the PRINCE2 quality review technique. | ||
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| + | '''Capability for leadership:''' | ||
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| + | It is not possible to methodize a leadership style that works in every single situation. This is important to empathize as leadership, motivational skills and similar are vastly critical in project management. One cannot simply set a fixed method for leadership, as one leadership style may work well in a given situation and completely unsuitable in another. | ||
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== Suitability == | == Suitability == | ||
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Abstract
Many major projects fail due to complexity and poor management. The use of standardized project management methodologies is in many cases a necessity in order to achieve desired progress and results. PRINCE2 is a widely used project management methodology and is to be considered as a solution for managing advanced projects. It is designed to drive projects with focus on benefits in each stage of the project. The essence of PRINCE2 is to break the project down into smaller stages which simplifies the project's process. The following article will describe the method, compare it to other methodologies and come with a critical evaluation of it. The article will also discuss PRINCE2’s suitability in relation to a variety of project scales.[1]
History
Overview
Prince2 in relation to other project management methodologies
Critical Evaluation
Although PRINCE2 is a powerful methodology, it has some constraints. Three different categories are to be recognized as omitted from the PRINCE2 scope.
Specialist aspects:
Its generic nature makes it less suitable for activities that are specified for unique activities within different industries. Agile methods, specific techniques including change management or procurement and project lifecycles which all are seen as specific activities, can although be used along with PRINCE2.
Detailed techniques:
Well known techniques in planning and control, such as critical path analysis, are not described in detail in PRINCE2. Only techniques that are unique to PRINCE2 or specifically recommended for a certain planning and control setting are described in detail. An example is the PRINCE2 quality review technique.
Capability for leadership:
It is not possible to methodize a leadership style that works in every single situation. This is important to empathize as leadership, motivational skills and similar are vastly critical in project management. One cannot simply set a fixed method for leadership, as one leadership style may work well in a given situation and completely unsuitable in another.
Suitability
References
- ↑ Paul D. Gardiner (2005). Project management - a strategic approach, p. 46-47.
