Put yourself in the role of a project manager collaborating with MTD, an events company.
Considering the difficulties and problems that MTD encounters in their projects, what insights have you gained this week that could offer assistance?
If an iterative approach were employed in organizing an event as a project, what would be the consequences? Similarly, what are the implications of adopting an agile approach? If the company sought your advice, what would you recommend?
Contribute your thoughts and ideas to the discussion.
In iteration project, the managers seek to create something of value with each iteration rather than only at the end of the project. And it will help the project team to be able to deliver the output regularly and frequently. Now, as a PM working in MTD i will start with the Linear approach because it will help me get the necessary information and also help me to understand the project goal, solution and the expected output before applying the iteration approach to complete the project.
As a Project Manager working with MTD on event projects. The Project approach to apply would be determined by the event I am handling at a particular time.
If the project is straightforward, I would make use of the linear approach or methodology.
However, for events that are volatile and uncertain, I would apply Agile/scrum methodology for best results.
Using one approach over the other comes with it advantages and disadvantages, as a PM I would suggest the hybrid approach to create balanced, flexible and adaptable situation for the teams, users and stakeholders.
Well, as a PM I will ensure the both iterative and agile lifecycle/approach where necessary to speed up the process.
Where project involves too much management or stakeholder involvement will adopt linear to get feedback and to be able to move to the next quickly. Also to ensure that works are done and ensure output quickly I will divide the team in splint with each having what I have assigned them to do while I monitor each altogether and harmonize them to ensure that all mini projects achieve their goals.
As a project manager working at MTDi will use the linear methodology and if after use there is other issues to solve then the iterative agile approach will be used.
Considering the ever-changing landscape of events projects, it’s essential for MTD to embrace an iterative or agile approach. By doing so, MTD can adeptly navigate through shifts, minimize risks, and ensure the delivery of events that not only meet but surpass stakeholder expectations. I advise tailoring agile methodologies to suit MTD’s specific project needs and organizational culture, ensuring a seamless integration and successful execution.
As the project manager working with MTD, the events company, my main focus would be on ensuring the successful planning and execution of events for our clients.
In all the video and written clip about MTD it very clear that the company has been getting it right. Water which has been a problem in most of their events have been taken care of such that water consumption and usage at the events has drastically gone up at no cost to the event owners which is a resounding applause o the Project managerial capability of MTD.
However as the scope of its operation elongates in line with keeping up with the expanding needs of the clients MTD need to continually be on top of its game at every stage of the business. Unarguably, presently MTD adopts a linear methodology for its operations and hence I would advice they set up silos of teams to probe each stage in the delivery channels. Hence an Agile /iterative approach that enhances more effective communication and quick feedback from consumers alike as this will better advance customer service and customers satisfaction in each stage of the delivery channel.
In summary a linear approach complimented by Agile methodology which seek to probe every singlestage in the channel for quality and efficiency would be my suggestion.
If my opinion is sought by MTD about the best approach to use I would proffer the HYBRID approach. MTD is an events company so their job ‘Concept’ is generally known. The Linear approach can help my PM team in the laying the basic groundwork(from expertise garnered in similar past projects). But because there could be very ‘Volatile’, ‘Uncertain’ changes in the client’s and users requirements, nature changes, government influence etc the Iterative approach will be effective in helping to get feedback constantly from the client, users and government and help in ensuring my team can deliver an effect final product that will be transparent and inclusive to all stakeholders after the final SPRINT cycle.
I will first use the linear approach, which will enable me to identify key areas where the project could go wrong. Afterward, I will use agile methods, which will allow feedback from consumers and key stakeholders.
As a project manager working with MTD, I will work on re-skilling our employees and also create events that will help them to be up to the task.
I will first of all try out the linear technique – that is to understand their challenges sequentially. This will allow me to know where things are going wrong.
Consequently, The agile technique will be introduced for constant collaboration and working in iterations to solve the issues sported and moving forward to project completion.