You may have heard before that project management is about delivering “the right information to the right people at the right time.” But what does that mean?
Imagine you’re leading a software development project with multiple teams involved, including developers, testers, and stakeholders. As the project progresses, you gather valuable insights from the testing phase, identifying critical bugs that need immediate attention.
In this scenario:
- The “right information” refers to the detailed bug reports, including descriptions of the issues, screenshots, and steps to reproduce them.
- The “right people” are the developers responsible for fixing the bugs, as well as the project stakeholders who need to be informed about the impact on project timelines and quality.
- The “right time” is as soon as the bugs are discovered, ensuring that developers can address them promptly, minimizing disruptions to the project schedule and preventing potential delays.
By providing the developers with accurate and timely information about the bugs, you enable them to take appropriate action swiftly. Similarly, sharing updates with stakeholders allows them to make informed decisions about project priorities and resource allocation. This approach ensures that everyone involved has the necessary information to contribute effectively to the project’s success.
