Section 7 : Predictive, Plan-Based Approach

Question 1

How is a predictive, plan-based approach ?

Answer 1

• Trying to achieve a specific goal
• There is a clear understanding of the steps needed to reach that goal
• Involves:
  * Creating a plan outlining the steps that will be
  taken to achieve the goal
  * Using data and predictions about the future
  to guide the execution of the plan

Question 2

How appropriaetly do you use a predictive, plan-based approach ?

Answer 2

• When a goal is well-defined, and there is a clear path to achieving it
• When the future is somewhat predictable
• When you have limited resources

Question 3

How to well define a goal ?

Answer 3

• Efficiently and effectively
• Clear understanding of what you want to accomplish
• Plan to achieve it

Question 4

How to deal with an unpredictable future ?

Answer 4

• Challenges
• Opportunities
• A good understanding of the factors that will influence the outcome of efforts
• A reasonable way to make predictions about how factors will change over time
  If you never perform a work you can estimate the time (-/+)

Question 5

How to deal with limited ressources ?

Answer 5

• Prioritizing the most important tasks (Must, Could, Should, Would)
• Allocating resources
• Time
• Money
• Equipment
• Team members

Question 6

When is it appropriate to use predictive for an organization ?

Answer 6

*When the project is organizational Goal-oriented
* Clear hierarchy of responsibilities
* Strong leadership and management
* Efficient communication and collaboration
* Tasks and activities are aligned with the overall goals of the organization
* Resources are used efficiently to achieve those goals

Question 7

What are the characteristics of a predictive environnement ?

Answer 7

• Clearly defined roles and responsibilities
• Strong leadership and management
• Efficient communication and collaboration

Question 8

How does the roles and responsibilities are clearly defined ?

Answer 8

• Tasks
• Activities
• Identify who is responsible for each task
• Create a plan that outlines how tasks will be completed
  Having a RAM (Responsibility assignement matrix)

Question 9

How do you have a strong leadership and management ?

Answer 9

• Plan executed effectively
• Deviations are addressed
• Clear chain of command
• Monitoring progress and adjusting

Question 10

How to establish an effective communication and collaboration ?

Answer 10

• Coordinate efforts
• Ensure that tasks are completed on time and as expected
• Well-suited to using a predictive, plan-based approach

Question 11

What type of organization is suitable for a predictive ? What is unsuitable for a predictive ?

Answer 11

Question 12

What is the differences between goals and objectives ?

Answer 12

Goals
* Broad statements that describe what an organization or project is working towards

Objectives
* Specific, measurable targets that help to achieve the overall goals

Question 13

What is the difference between tasks vs deliverables ?

Answer 13

Tasks
* Individual steps or activities that are required to complete a project

Deliverables
* Specific outputs or results that are produced as a result of completing those tasks

Question 14

What the difference between plans and schedules ?

Answer 14

Plans
* Outline the steps and tasks that are required to achieve the goals and objectives of a project

Schedules
* Provide a timeline for completing those tasks and show when each task is expected to be completed

Question 15

What is the difference between resources and budget ?

Answer 15

Resources
* Personnel, materials, and equipment that are needed to complete a project

Budget
* Financial plan for a project, including the costs of the resources needed and any other expenses