Project Management Concepts in Historical Context

This set of flashcards covers key concepts from the lecture on project management using an illustrative historical context involving a samurai and the construction of a castle.

What role do agreements play in project management?

Agreements define the initial intention of the project.

What resources were recommended for building the castle?

Materials from nearby mines, quarries, and forests.

What is expert judgment in the context of project management?

Consulting individuals or groups with expertise or specialized knowledge.

What data gathering techniques are mentioned?

Brainstorming, focus groups, and interviews.

What is the purpose of using brainstorming as a facilitated technique?

To identify a list of ideas in a short period of time.

What skills comprise interpersonal and team skills in project management?

Conflict management, facilitation, and meeting management.

What are enterprise environmental factors (EEFs)?

Elements like government standards, industry standards, regulations, and organizational culture that can influence project management.

What are organizational process assets (OPAs)?

Organizational processes, policies, templates, historical information, and lessons learned knowledge base.

What does the project charter authorize the samurai to do?

To use resources, labor, and materials to build the castle.

What does the assumption log capture?

Key assumptions for the project.