Colorful Charts: The Analyzer
Modern management is full of colorful drawings, charts and trends, thanks to modern project management software. The analyzer loves them and can show and explain on a colorful chart every single aspect of his project. The analyzer's charts help to cover project complexity and better understand the general conclusions.
He always keeps up with latest tools and presentation techniques. His customers and boss are amazed by his project status presentations.
The trouble might begin when somebody asks for more details: it might occur that the manager knows all the synthetic indicators in the project, but does not have a response to questions like: “tell me more about the three most important risks in the project”.
The Lesson Learnt
And the most important, key message I heard during one conversation. The best managers are able to adjust their project management techniques, including schedule, to perception skills of the people around them, project importance and complexity.
The whiteboard will be of no use if your team are accountants or they work in remote locations. Gantt diagram won't do if you work with people who are not accustomed to the project management regime.
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