PRINCE2 Processes

The seven processes of the PRINCE2 methodology.

This topic provides an overview of the seven PRINCE2 processes: starting up a project, directing a project, initiating a project, controlling a stage, managing product delivery, managing a stage boundary, and closing a project.
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PRINCE2 Processes comprise seven structured steps that provide a systematic approach to project delivery. They guide actions throughout a project's life cycle. 1. Starting up a Project (SU): This occurs pre-project, focusing on confirming whether a project idea is viable and worth investing resources. It involves appointing key roles and creating the Project Brief. 2. Directing a Project (DP): This runs from project initiation to closure, providing the Project Board with decision points for authorizing progress. The Project Board makes key decisions at stage boundaries. 3. Initiating a Project (IP): This establishes solid foundations for the project, creating the Project Initiation Documentation (PID) that includes plans, controls, and baseline information. 4. Controlling a Stage (CS): This manages day-to-day activities within a stage, focusing on work authorization, progress monitoring, issue handling, and reporting to the Project Board. 5. Managing Product Delivery (MP): This process handles the creation and delivery of products, creating a communication channel between the Project Manager and Team Manager(s). 6. Managing a Stage Boundary (SB): This prepares for Project Board decision points, reviewing stage completion and planning the next stage. It also updates the Business Case and Project Plan. 7. Closing a Project (CP): This provides a controlled end to the project, confirming product delivery and customer acceptance, evaluating achievements against targets, and documenting lessons learned. These processes align with PRINCE2's principles and themes, integrating them into practical steps. Each process includes recommended activities, products (inputs and outputs), and responsibilities. They provide a complete framework for managing any project size or type, adaptable to specific project needs. The processes focus on managing by exception, ensuring timely completion through effective planning and control.

PRINCE2 Processes comprise seven structured steps that provide a systematic approach to project delivery. They guide actions throughout a project's life cycle. 1. Starting up a Project (SU): This oc…

Concepts covered: Controlling a Stage (CS), Managing Product Delivery (MP), Initiating a Project (IP), Managing a Stage Boundary (SB), Managing Project Risks, Directing a Project (DP), Closing a Project (CP), Starting up a Project (SU)

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