Managing ProjectsAcross Borders

Jeffrey HurleyDecember 2010

Or…How do I reliably deliver in 4 different Regions while working with teams in 7 different Countries?

Managing a global project requires more than managing time differences

It is about managing four Obstacles to Great Global Project Management

First: Communication

How do you feel when information isn’t being shared?

Reach

Frequency

Second: Scope & Procurement

Scope:I want a Rocket Ship

But…we are an investment bank

Getting resources allocated in the appropriate locations to maximize cost and delivery

Third: Direction

Managing scope and expectations for each region

What do team members do when the requirement doesn’t work in reality

Fourth: Sponsorship

Do you have Senior Level Business Sponsorship in each Region

Project Managers use implied authority

Are you Using Your Tools

• Instant Messenger• Email• Video on your phone• SharePoint• Phone Calls/Conference Calls• Voicemail• Then PowerPoint/Excel/Project/PPM

Be prepared to deliver on that promise…

If you are going to make a commitment

Thank you for sharing your photos

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