1. Organization Information

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Obtain all possible information/details regarding project before start.
Tuan Lam
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Organization types? Functional Matrix (Weak, Balanced, Strong) Projectized
Functional org? Projects happen in a department Functional manager is in charge
Weak matrix org? PM is not in charge, FM is PM = coordinator or expeditor
Coordinating PM? Report to higher level Possess some decision making authority
Expediting PM? Keep track of project status No authority at all
Balanced Matrix org? PM shares authority with FM Project team must report to both
Strong Matrix org? PM has more authority than FM
Projectized org? Team released when project done PM is in charge
Which org type should be assumed in a PMP exam if not told explicitly? Matrix
Operational work? Ongoing, has no start nor end
Enterprise Environmental Factors? Factors affect project management Overall strategy People: skills & culture Market: performance & position Risk tolerance Work authorization system
Work authorization system? Part of EEF. How org assigns work and ensure tasks are done properly in the right order
Project management information system? Part of EEF. Part of any change control system Mostly tools
Organizational process assets? How org normally runs its projects. Adopted standards Guidelines, instructions, procedures Templates, things to keep track of Lessons learned
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