Part 3/10 ✅ from our experience report on Schedule management. Nadine Lücke-Fischer and Jens Theberath share their insights and invite you to leave suggestions and questions in the comments.
Progress tracking in the implementation phase
Effective progress tracking in the implementation phase is crucial to achieving milestones on time. Regular reviews, daily status reports and adaptability are important. The use of project management software facilitates tracking and enables accurate reporting, while regular feedback encourages continuous improvement. The following five points are important to keep in mind.
1. Milestone review
Regular review of milestones ensures that the project stays on track. This enables early corrections to be made if deviations occur.
2. Daily status reports
Daily reports help to track progress and identify problems at an early stage. These reports should be brief but informative and highlight key progress and obstacles.
3. Make adjustments
The ability to adapt the plan is crucial in order to react to changes in the project environment. Flexibility and agility are key components here.
4. Use of software
Project management software can automatically record progress and generate reports. This reduces manual effort and ensures up-to-date and accurate data.
5. Feedback loops
Regular feedback from team members helps to view progress from different perspectives. This promotes continuous improvement and adaptation of the project.
In a nutshell
Continuous progress tracking ensures that the project stays on schedule and is completed on time. Through regular reviews, daily reports, adaptability, software usage and feedback loops, progress can be effectively monitored.