Project Management Happy Hour 029 - Stop the Scope Creep! Using Change Control to keep the monsters at bay
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Jul 29, 2018 Learn how to prevent and manage scope creep in project management, including the use of change control. The hosts discuss examples of scope creep and the importance of setting expectations. They also address how to handle major incidents and request for free features, emphasizing the need for compensation for additional work. The podcast highlights the significance of scope control and the use of a clear plan and process, including the concept of 'scope monkey' for managing scope effectively.
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The Unforeseen Report
- Kim Messinger shared a story about a consultant who created a report for a client as a favor, which led to unexpected bugs and rework.
- This 'gold plating' caused scope creep, impacting the project's schedule and cost.
Creative Scope Creep Snowball
- Kate Anderson recounts experiences with scope creep in creative projects, particularly web design.
- Seemingly minor changes, like font or color adjustments, can snowball into significant cost and time overruns.
Document Everything
- Control scope changes, no matter how small.
- Always document, communicate, and confirm impacts on project constraints, even if there are none.