IT Project Management Methodologies (1)

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IT Project Management Methodologies
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Definition of IT Project Management
Definition of IT Project Management The process
of planning, executing, and overseeing IT
projects to meet organizational goals.
Overview of Popular Methodologies
Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Lean, PRINCE2
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Waterfall Methodology
Requirements Design Implementation
Testing Deployment Maintenance
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Agile Methodology

• Iterative and incremental approach Continuous
  development and feedback.

• Frameworks Scrum, Kanban, Extreme Programming
  (XP).

• Pros Flexible, encourages customer
  collaboration, adaptive to changes

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Scrum Framework
The Scrum Framework is an agile project
management approach used in IT project management
to develop and deliver complex products. While it
is widely adopted in software development, it can
also be applied to other industries. Scrum
promotes collaboration, flexibility, and
iterative progress, helping IT project teams
manage tasks efficiently, adapt to changes, and
meet well-defined goals while delivering
high-quality results.
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Kanban Methodology

• Visual workflow management Tasks represented on
  visual boards.
• Key principles Visualize work, limit work in
  progress, manage flow.
• Pros Flexibility, continuous delivery.
• Cons Less structured, progress tracking can be
  challenging.

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Lean Methodology
Lean Methodology is a systematic approach to
managing projects and processes that focuses on
delivering maximum value to the customer while
minimizing waste. Originally derived from Lean
Manufacturing practices developed by Toyota
(Toyota Production System), it has been widely
adapted in various industries, including software
development, healthcare, and services.
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PRINCE2 Methodology

• PRINCE2 (PRojects IN Controlled Environments) is
  a structured project management methodology
  widely used in various industries for effective
  project planning, management, and delivery. It
  provides a clear, process-based approach and is
  scalable for projects of any size.
• Structured, process-driven approach
• Clear roles and responsibilities
• Focus on business justification

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Choosing the Right Methodology

• Project Complexity and Size Use PRINCE2 for
  large, complex IT projects and Agile for smaller,
  dynamic ones, showcasing the importance of IT
  project management in adapting methodologies to
  project requirements for efficient delivery.
• Customer Involvement Use Agile or Scrum for
  continuous feedback and collaboration.
• Flexibility vs. Structure Agile for flexibility
  PRINCE2 or Waterfall for ured risk management.

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Conclusion
Choosing the right project management methodology
depends on project complexity, customer
involvement, timeline, and industry requirements.
Agile methodologies like Scrum offer flexibility
and fast iteration, making them ideal for dynamic
environments, while PRINCE2 provides structure
and governance for more complex, regulated
projects. For Samtech, it's crucial to consider
your team's skills, project size, and desired
outcomes to select the most suitable approach.
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