Tailoring

Tailoring in the context of PMBOK 7 refers to the adaptation and customization of project approaches, governance, and processes to fit the specific needs and context of a project. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all methodology, tailoring acknowledges that each project operates in a unique environment with distinct requirements. PMBOK 7 emphasizes tailoring as a critical aspect of effective project management. It recognizes that factors such as organization culture, project complexity, team size, industry regulations, geographic distribution, and available resources all influence how a project should be managed. The tailoring process involves several considerations: 1. Identifying the delivery approach most suitable for the project (predictive, adaptive, hybrid) 2. Selecting appropriate tools and techniques from various available methodologies 3. Determining the level of documentation required 4. Adjusting governance structures to match project complexity 5. Adapting communication methods to stakeholder needs 6. Scaling processes based on project size and importance PMBOK 7's performance domains (Stakeholders, Team, Development Approach and Life Cycle, Planning, Project Work, Delivery, Measurement) all benefit from tailoring to ensure they align with project realities. Effective tailoring balances organizational standards with practical project needs. It requires judgment from project leaders to determine what's essential versus what's excessive. This principle-based approach is a significant shift from earlier PMBOK editions which were more prescriptive. Tailoring decisions should be documented and communicated to stakeholders to ensure alignment and understanding. As projects progress, tailoring decisions may be revisited and refined based on changing circumstances or lessons learned. Ultimately, thoughtful tailoring helps deliver project value more efficiently by focusing on what matters most for that specific project's success.

Tailoring in the context of PMBOK 7 refers to the adaptation and customization of project approaches, governance, and processes to fit the specific needs and context of a project. Rather than applyin…

Concepts covered: Tailoring the Performance Domains: Project Team, Tailoring the Performance Domains: Development Approach and Life Cycle, What to Tailor: Life Cycle and Development Approach Selection, What to Tailor: Engagement, The Tailoring Process: Select Initial Development Approach, The Tailoring Process: Tailor for the Project, Tailoring the Performance Domains: Stakeholders, Tailoring the Performance Domains: Project Work, Tailoring the Performance Domains: Measurement, Tailoring the Performance Domains: Planning, Diagnostics, What to Tailor: Tools, What to Tailor: Processes, Tailoring the Performance Domains: Uncertainty, Tailoring the Performance Domains: Delivery, The Tailoring Process: Tailor for the Organization, What to Tailor: Methods and Artifacts