The project Model

You may be after the six stage project management model (Elbeik & Thomas 1998)

stage 1: define

the project is fully discussed with all stakeholders and the key objectives are identified. The costs and timescales are also established at this stage, and possibly a feasibility study. The stage is complete when the project brief has been written and agreed.

stage 2: plan

an initial plan is developed. This is an ongoing activity because the plan is the basis for review and revison where necessary.

stage 3: team

establishment of the team of staff that will work on the project. the team members will also work on the plan stage which runs simultaneously.

stage 4: control

implementation takes place during this stage and all tasks and activities will be monitored against the plan to asses actual progress against planned progress

stage 5: communication

should take place continuously, both within the project team and stakeholders in the project. Communication will be formal and informal

stage 6: Review and Exit

To evaluate whether the intended outcomes of the project have been met. It is important as it enable information to be gathered about the processes and any lessons that can be learnt for the future. Also makes sure any outstanding tasks are completed, all activites associated with the project are discontinued and all resources have been accounted for, especially the project managers 12 inch rubber cock.