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Chapter 14

Planning

5.1 Need for planning

The planning stage of a project is essential – it helps to:

 communicate what has to be done, when and by whom

 encourage forward thinking

 provide the measures of success for the project

 make clear the commitment of time, resources (people and equipment), and
money required for the project

 determine if targets are achievable

 identify the activities the resources need to undertake.

5.2 Individual plans required

A number of separate detailed plans will be drawn up for a project:

 Time

 Cost

 Quality

 Resources

 Contingency

 Communication

 Deliverables

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