Hello, this module focuses on how to manage projects in a complicated world. The world is changing rapidly and in unpredictable ways. Just consider the changes caused by new technology, worldwide trade and competition, social and political disturbances, and the environmental emergency.
You might think that project management has little to do with these major global matters. However, all kinds of organizations, whether large or small, are impacted by the world they operate in. How a company understands and responds to this complexity influences the projects it chooses to undertake and how it handles them.
This week, we begin by examining frameworks that help us grasp this intricate world. These frameworks guide our actions, responses, and decision-making in the face of complexity.
Next, we delve deeply into various methods and practices for managing projects when faced with uncertainty, instability, and change. These methods include linear approaches and life cycles, often known as the waterfall method, as well as iterative or agile approaches. You will explore the pros and cons of these methods, as well as the ongoing debates about them.
By the end, you’ll grasp how to use and blend these methods effectively to achieve successful project outcomes.
To start off this week, we’re interested in hearing about your experiences. Considering those major global issues like technology, competition, social and political changes, and environmental problems, think about how they impact your organization and the projects you’re involved in.
Feel free to share your experiences with fellow learners in the discussion.
Technology especially has affected mankind and all her activities in no small way. No Matter the kind of project small or big or even the area of Life involved technology will be involved in one way or the other.
There are different ways that technology has benefitted our lives and made them simpler and effective. Technology had a tremendous impact on our lives.
Technology has facilitated faster communication by allowing people to communicate data with just one click on the internet rather than having to wait days or weeks for actual letter delivery
Technology indeed has taken over the world,From my experience in Affiliate martketing changed my mentality for ever,for I could never believe someone can ever make millions of naira in a short period of time…infact I have come to understand that technology has taken over the world.
In this our present world, global issues like technology, competition, social changes, and environmental problems have had a big impact. New tools and software have made it easier but also required us to learn fast and also adapt to changes
Technology has played a crucial and major role in recent times in project management. Technology has enhanced communication and pushed for a better means of reaching to one’s market and target audience. You get to put your business out on display to a good number of persons without having to meet them physically. And it has made competition so healthy and more challenging, keeping everyone on their toes to become better if not best in what we do.
I never thought in my life there will be a time where people will stay at home and make money, when COVID 19 gave us compulsory work from home and with the help of technology I can stay at home and do must of my work and business
Global issues like technology, competition, social and political changes, and environmental problems have helped shaped Project management.
Technology has helped enhanced communication and collaboration through the help of new tools. Technology has made working remotely and flexibly possible.
Social and political changes such as laws can impact a project especially when working internationally.
Trying to solve the environmental problem as enhanced the adoption of sustainable methods thereby protecting the environment.
It is imperative to know that when it comes to globalization of trade issues which cause competition in global trade, the aid of good approach to plan can enhance multilateral and bilateral trade cooperation. However the Covid-19 era some countries seize the opportunity to move from drive to maturity to age of mass consumption as well according to economic growth
With the advent of covid-19, social media has become very common as we cannot imagine. It has made technology a very important aspect of human life. We can stay at home and earn income unlike when we must be in a physical shop. With the help of technology, I can stay at home and connect with clients who can buy from me or who I will render services to.
I never thought there would a time people will be at home and be prevented from public places, but covid 19 came and gave us a compulsory stay-at-home.
As a banker, it disrupted our day-to-day activity, but we were able to adapt going completely digital, we made use of e-channels to perform all transactions. So, we were at home and our business was still running.