The Purpose of Tracking
Why do we track a project's progress
To see how the project is going and stay on schedule
When should you choose how you'll track your project
Before the work begins
What's the first thing to save before tracking a project
A baseline - the original plan
Why should we keep track of progress often
So the plan stays accurate and up to date
What happens if you don't track a project
You might fall behind and not notice problems early
What's one simple way to track a project
By showing how much of each task is complete (like a percentage)
Why do we manage changes during a project
Because plans can change and we need to keep them updated
What's something every team should do before a meeting
Send in their progress updates
How does tracking help a team
It helps everyone know what's done and what still needs to work
What does tracking "actual work" mean
Writing down what really happened, not just what was planned
When should teams share progress updates
Before meetings, so meetings stay short and focused
What's the main goal of tracking a project
To help finish the project on time and stay organized