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Software Project Management

Notes  Project Planning
 Project Organization
 Resource Allocation
 Project Scheduling

 Tracking, Reporting and Controlling
 Project Termination
In problem identification and definition, the conclusions are made as approving, declining or
prioritizing projects. In problem identification, project is recognized, defined and justified. In
problem definition, the use of the project is clarified. The main product is project proposal.
In project planning, it explains a series of actions or steps that are needed to for the growth of
work product. In project organization, the functions of the personnel are incorporated. It is done
in corresponding with project planning.

In resource allocation, the resources are allocated to a project in order that the goals and objectives
are attained. In project scheduling, resources are allocated so that project objectives are attained
within a sensible time span.
In tracking, reporting and controlling, the process engage whether the project results are in
accordance with project plans and performance specification. In controlling, suitable action is
taken to correct improper deviations. In project termination, the concluding report is submitted
or a release order is signed.

Did u know? What is Project Management?
The methods and regulation used to define goals, plan and monitor tasks and resources,
identify and resolve issues, and control costs and budgets for a specific project is known as
project management.
1.1 What is Project?

A project is a sequence of unique, complex, and connected activities having one goal or purpose
and that must be completed by a specific time, within budget, and according to specification.
This definition tells us quite a bit about a project. To appreciate just what constitutes a project
let’s look at each part of the definition.

1.1.1 Sequence of Activities

A project includes a number of activities that must be completed in some particular order, or
sequence. An activity is a defined chunk of work. The chain of the activities is based on technical
requirements, not on management concern. To conclude the sequence, it is helpful to think in
terms of inputs and outputs as follows:
 What is needed as input in order to begin working on this activity?

 What activities produce those as output?

Notes The output of one activity or set of activities becomes the input to another activity
or set of activities.

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