Project Management Methodologies | FGPG Module 1, SubModule 3

Avellaneda Agustín

2024-07-12

Project Management Methodologies: Find the Ideal One for Your Team

Project management is not a “one size fits all” task. This module discusses several popular methodologies, each with their advantages and disadvantages, so you can choose the one that best suits a project.

Project management methodologies

1.Waterfall:

  • Traditional approach with linear and sequential phases.
  • Ideal for projects with clear and defined requirements from the beginning.

2. Agile:

  • Collaborative and iterative work with frequent tests.
  • Focused on adaptability and continuous improvement.

- Approaches within Agile: - Scrum: Framework focused on short sprints with clear deliverable results. Encourages team collaboration and responsibility.

  • Kanban: Use visual dashboards to manage the status of work in progress. Makes it easier to identify bottlenecks and improve efficiency.

3. Six Sigma:

  • Methodology focused on reducing variations and improving quality.
  • Follows the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) approach.

4. Read:

  • Eliminates waste to improve quality and streamline processes.
  • Use the Kanban system to manage production efficiently.

5. Lean Sigma:

  • Combine Lean and Six Sigma to save money, improve quality and speed up processes.

A PM should know these different agile approaches, so that they can select and apply the one they consider appropriate to the team they are leading and the project they are tackling.

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