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Why do I need a Master Plan ?
Why do I need a Master Plan ?
Many projects fail not because of a bad idea, but because of a poor start. They begin without clear rules, with scattered information, and without the right tools, leading to "scope creep, budget overruns, and misunderstandings".
The Master Plan service is a comprehensive Initiation Stage designed to prevent these issues. Using the robust PRINCE2 methodology, we don't just write a plan; we build a complete, ready-to-use project ecosystem that ensures everyone shares a "single, unambiguous vision of the project".
My Approach
My Approach
I structure the Initiation Stage around three core pillars to ensure your project is strategically sound, operationally ready, and fully enabled for success.
Pillar 1
Pillar 1
Defining Your Strategic Framework
Defining Your Strategic Framework
First, we establish the "rules of the game" for your project. In a collaborative workshop, we define the specific management approaches for handling risks, quality, changes, and communications, tailoring them to your project's unique needs. I will expand the outline from the Project Brief into a full Business Case, working with your experts to detail costs, quantify benefits, and ensure the project is financially viable. We also establish a solid lessons register from similar past projects to start with a wealth of knowledge.
Pillar 2
Pillar 2
Building Your Digital Workspace
Building Your Digital Workspace
A great strategy needs powerful tools. I will set up a complete digital project environment using Google Workspace. This isn't just a folder; it's a fully integrated operational toolkit including:
A collaborative and digital workspace for the team.
Custom request forms for changes and issues.
A shared task manager for tracking progress.
A central repository for all documents.
A private, ready-to-use website for the project management team, containing all project components, tools, registers, logs, and report templates.
Pillar 3
Pillar 3
Empowering Your Project Team
Empowering Your Project Team
The process culminates in a seamless handover designed to empower your team. I provide dedicated training sessions for the incoming Project Manager and key team members. This training covers both the practical application of PRINCE2 for managing the project's delivery and the hands-on skills needed to operate all the digital tools we've put in place. My commitment can continue with ongoing support, acting as a strategic advisor to help you navigate challenges and provide project assurance.
What you get at the endΒ
What you get at the endΒ
By the end of this stage, you will have everything you need to confidently authorize and execute your project:
A Full Business Case detailing the investment appraisal.
Clearly defined Management Approaches for project controls.
A complete Digital Workspace and private project website, fully configured and ready for your team.
All necessary Project Registers, logs, and report templates.
The Project Initiation Documentation (PID), assembled as a coherent "master binder" containing all the above information for easy reference.
A Trained and Confident Project Manager, ready to lead the next stage.
Curious to see what this looks like in practice?Β
Curious to see what this looks like in practice?Β
Let me know, and I'd be happy to schedule a short walkthrough of a real Project Master Plan for you.
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