Perfect Phrases for Project Management: Hundreds of Ready-to-Use Phrases for Delivering Results on Time and Under Budget

CHAPTER 15

Perfect Phrases to Resolve Project Interference

Many times project interference can be avoided by anticipating the potential sources of interference and involving the person—customer, supervisor, user—in planning his or her role in the project. But even if roles are properly defined and understood, things change. People forget what they agreed to, and changes made to the parameters of the project shift both how things are progressing and the way they are being carried out, leading to misunderstandings.

The best way to keep people aligned with the project’s progress is through frequent communication, status reports, and progress briefings. Tell them, “This is where we are, this is where we are going, this is where we look to you for ...