Tag: Strategic Alignment
Debunking the Myth: Project Integration Management Is Just About Following a Plan
The Plan-Follower Fallacy “Stick to the plan, and you’ll succeed!” It’s a comforting lie that many project managers cling to. But here’s the harsh truth: treating integration management as a rigid script can doom your project to irrelevance. I’ve seen it happen—today, we’re busting the myth that Project Integration Management is just about following a…
Debunking the Myth: Project Integration Management Is Just About Coordinating Tasks
The Coordination Confusion “Project Integration Management is just about coordinating tasks, right?” If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard that, I’d be retired by now. This myth is pervasive—and dangerously misleading. It reduces one of the most vital processes in project management to a glorified juggling act. In truth, Project Integration Management…
Project Governance: Ensuring Success Through Structure and Oversight
1. Introduction Project governance is often overshadowed by flashier aspects of project management—like Agile sprints, Lean methods, or AI-driven analytics. Yet, governance quietly ensures that all these methods align with the broader strategic goals of an organization. It establishes accountability, oversight, and transparency, reducing the chaos that can derail even the most promising initiatives. Quote:…
