Running Head: PROJECT MANAGEMENT 1
Project Management in Business
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Project Management in Business
The topic that interests me from Chapters 1 and 2 is project management, the difference
between a program and a project, and the leading causes of project failure. This topic interests
me because it relates to the growth and expansion projects of Go Green Smart Denim (GSD). A
project is a non-repetitive, non-complex, and one-time effort characterized by limited resources
and budget and guided by performance specifications designed to meet specific goals (Course
Work, n.d). Some of the defining attributes of a project include guiding objectives, a particular
lifespan, and the requirement of collaboration between various stakeholders (Course Work, n.d).
An example of a project for GSD is designing a new e-commerce platform from where the
company can sell its products. In contrast, a program is a series of coordinated, interrelated and
multiple projects that continue over a specific time and are designed to achieve some set goals
(Course Work, n.d). An example of a program for GSD is the e-commerce strategy that will
involve all digital projects that include the development of e-marketing channels, management of
those platforms, integration of payment methods, and managing orders' fulfillment and shipment.
The topic highlights various leading causes of project failure, some of which are
evidence-based. One of the most common forms of project failure, as reported by top a hundred
managers, is failed communication (Course Work, n.d). This factor has a significant negative
impact on project success since it leads to misunderstanding in the workflow, weak return on
investment (ROI), and possible loss of revenue from project failure (Course Work, n.d).
Communication is the foundation for project success in various ways. Firstly, it facilitates
teamwork and collaboration and eases the mobilization of human resources toward the project
goals. For example, the project manager in GSD needs to communicate the intended goals of the
company, which include growth and expansion, to all the involved stakeholders. Lack of or poor
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communication means the involved teams will not be aware of the intended outcomes or what
they are expected to do and deliver, leading to potential project failure.
Biblical Integration
James 1:19 holds that My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be
quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry (King James Bible, 2008). This verse
teaches Christians the value of effective communication. It means they should listen more, which
is valuable in communication and building sustainable and productive relationships. The verse
warns about the danger of anger that compromises communication. Applying this bible verse in
project management can optimize the success of projects by mobilizing collaboration and
productivity since the stakeholders will be aware of what is expected of them and the intended
project/program outcomes.
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References
Course Work. (n.d). Chapter 1: Modern project management.
King James Bible. (2008). Oxford University Press. (Original work published 1769)
