Project Management in Incremental vs. Iterative Projects
Summary of the article:
This article will focus on the difference in leading a project in increments vs leading it iterative. The article will explain the core differences and the pros and cons of both types of doing project of their type based on literature. Furthermore, a section from studies done on what lead each type of project type to success with examples taken from the real world. Finally, a section on the 4 perspectives in relation to incremental and iterative projects.
1. Incremental projects a. Example taking inspiration from X fictional case 2. Iterative projects a. Example taking inspiration from X fictional case 3. Pros and cons of each type 4. Examples of good use of each type a. Incremental b. Iterative 5. Examples of bad use of each type, where the other could have been better suited a. Incremental b. Iterative 6. The 4 perspectives of project management in relation to incremental and iterative projects a. Purpose b. People (This is going to be very short) c. Complexity d. Uncertainty 7. Conclusion. Incremental vs iterative
Proposed content:
• 1+2: A brief explanation of the difference of incremental and iterative projects, using an example that could apply to both types of projects. Current idea is the project of getting roof over your head. Incremental would focus on building a house, while iterative would be solving the issue with a tent, and then solving more and more user problems as the project continues such as wanting to cook or take a shower, and when to cut the project.
• 3: Pros and cons of doing incremental projects vs iterative projects with a focus on comparing the 2 rather than making big lists. (Maybe a table?)
• 4+5: Common uses of each of the 2 project types and what makes them attractive for those types of projects.
• 6: Briefly what the types mean in relation to the 4 perspectives of project management.
• 7: Conclusion of everything in the article
Potential sources (TODO: Find more):
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Wysocki, R. K. (2011). Effective project management: traditional, agile, extreme. John Wiley & Sons.
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