Discussion

Example of Project Control Problems

Philosophies of Controlling Projects

Levers for Controlling Projects

Philosophy of project control The management style the manager employs in following a plan and dealing with problems or changes in the plan.

Dogmatic philosophy A philosophy of project control that emphasizes strict adherence to the project plan, with little tolerance for deviations.

Laid-back philosophy A philosophy of project control that allows for project problems or change issues to be dealt with as they arise, on an ad hoc basis.

Pragmatic philosophy A compromise between the dogmatic and laid-back philosophies that sticks to a plan but is flexible enough to allow for changes.