Execution

Driving the execution: All planning and scheduling, creating MPPs, filling project initiation forms, risk management sheets, budget sheets, and different processes are just meant for EXECUTING the project. Execution is the Key. Project execution is where the rubber hits the road for a project manager. The project manager is the one who drives the project execution, scanning the environment for roadblocks and removing the obstacles so that the project team can have a smooth run. This is where, the project manager has to employ all his skills in negotiating, cajoling, inspiring, driving and if required turning the heat on to get the ball rolling smoothly. This is where he needs to make quick course corrections and certain trade-off decisions depending on the various available information at hand. He needs to ensure that all loose strings are tied up at the end and project is executed successfully.