Section 7 : Predictive, Plan-Based Approach Flashcards

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How is a predictive, plan-based approach ?

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  • Trying to achieve a specific goal
  • There is a clear understanding of the steps needed to reach that goal
  • Involves:
    * Creating a plan outlining the steps that will be
    taken to achieve the goal
    * Using data and predictions about the future
    to guide the execution of the plan
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How appropriaetly do you use a predictive, plan-based approach ?

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  • When a goal is well-defined, and there is a clear path to achieving it
  • When the future is somewhat predictable
  • When you have limited resources
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How to well define a goal ?

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  • Efficiently and effectively
  • Clear understanding of what you want to accomplish
  • Plan to achieve it
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How to deal with an unpredictable future ?

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  • Challenges
  • Opportunities
  • A good understanding of the factors that will influence the outcome of efforts
  • A reasonable way to make predictions about how factors will change over time
    If you never perform a work you can estimate the time (-/+)
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How to deal with limited ressources ?

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  • Prioritizing the most important tasks (Must, Could, Should, Would)
  • Allocating resources
  • Time
  • Money
  • Equipment
  • Team members
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When is it appropriate to use predictive for an organization ?

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*When the project is organizational Goal-oriented
* Clear hierarchy of responsibilities
* Strong leadership and management
* Efficient communication and collaboration
* Tasks and activities are aligned with the overall goals of the organization
* Resources are used efficiently to achieve those goals

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What are the characteristics of a predictive environnement ?

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  • Clearly defined roles and responsibilities
  • Strong leadership and management
  • Efficient communication and collaboration
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How does the roles and responsibilities are clearly defined ?

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  • Tasks
  • Activities
  • Identify who is responsible for each task
  • Create a plan that outlines how tasks will be completed
    Having a RAM (Responsibility assignement matrix)
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How do you have a strong leadership and management ?

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  • Plan executed effectively
  • Deviations are addressed
  • Clear chain of command
  • Monitoring progress and adjusting
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How to establish an effective communication and collaboration ?

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  • Coordinate efforts
  • Ensure that tasks are completed on time and as expected
  • Well-suited to using a predictive, plan-based approach
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What type of organization is suitable for a predictive ? What is unsuitable for a predictive ?

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What is the differences between goals and objectives ?

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Goals
* Broad statements that describe what an organization or project is working towards

Objectives
* Specific, measurable targets that help to achieve the overall goals

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What is the difference between tasks vs deliverables ?

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Tasks
* Individual steps or activities that are required to complete a project

Deliverables
* Specific outputs or results that are produced as a result of completing those tasks

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What the difference between plans and schedules ?

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Plans
* Outline the steps and tasks that are required to achieve the goals and objectives of a project

Schedules
* Provide a timeline for completing those tasks and show when each task is expected to be completed

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What is the difference between resources and budget ?

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Resources
* Personnel, materials, and equipment that are needed to complete a project

Budget
* Financial plan for a project, including the costs of the resources needed and any other expenses

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