What would project managers do in a crisis?
Joefil Cercado Jocson, CE®, PhD, PDQM
PSQF-BOD | Founder of a 3-ISO Certified CM-QS Co. | GS Professor | Certified DPO | Post-Doc in Quality Management | Risk Management Advisor
In times of crisis, project managers must take several actions to keep the project on track and address any risks that will arise. Project managers may take the following easy ways during a crisis:
1. Reassessing project risks and updating risk management plans to address any new threats.
2. Examining project schedules and budgets to see if any changes are required in response to the crisis.
3. Regular communication with stakeholders to keep them informed of any changes or impacts to the project.
4. Facilitating data based decision-making to assist the project team in dealing with the crisis and making any necessary changes to project plans.
5. Allocating resources and coordinating efforts to address the crisis and keep the project on track.
Finally, in times of crisis, project managers must be adaptable and flexible in order to respond to changing circumstances and keep the project on track.