Planning is of major importance on a project because by definition the project involves creating something unique.17 In other words, you may be heading into uncharted waters, so you should have a plan to help you get through them safely. There are two types of planning: essential planning and discretionary planning.
Essential Planning
Essential planning consists of these four subprocesses:18
• Defining scope (all the products and services to be provided by the project)
• Determining required activities, resources, and schedule
• Creating detailed cost estimates and budgets
• Integrating all of the above into a comprehensive project plan
We label these subprocesses as “essential” because no one should undertake a project or project ...
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