Name - Purva P Adhangale

Roll no. 01

Class - SYMBA

Subject - Project Management

CCE - 4th

1. How effectively do you think Rachel spent her day?

Rachel was the project manager of a large information systems.

Rachel's used to spend his day in proactive planning and reactive problem-
solving, reflecting both effective time management and areas for
improvement.​

Some of the Positive points regarding his daily routine :

 Proactive Planning: Rachel began her day early, reviewing her schedule
and preparing for meetings, which is a recommended practice for project
managers to stay organized and anticipate potential issues
 Effective Communication: She engaged with various stakeholders,
including her boss, team members, and clients, addressing concerns and
ensuring everyone was informed. Effective communication is crucial, as
project managers reportedly spend a significant portion of their time
communicating to maintain project schedules and prevent failures .​
 Issue Resolution: Rachel addressed scope creep by discussing client
requests with her team and coordinating with the marketing department to
clarify commitments, demonstrating her problem-solving skills.​

There are some Areas of Improvement:

 Meeting Efficiency: The project status meeting started late and included
off-topic discussions, indicating a need for better time management and
meeting facilitation to keep discussions focused and productive.​
 Handling Interruptions: Frequent interruptions, such as unplanned
meetings and social interactions, may have disrupted her workflow.
Implementing strategies to manage interruptions could enhance
productivity.​
 Scope Management: While Rachel addressed scope changes,
establishing a more formal change management process could help in
 evaluating and integrating client requests systematically, aligning with
best practices for handling scope adjustments .​

2. What does the case tell you about what it is like to be a project manager?

The above case highlights​ the actual role in Project Management which
should be multifaceted as a Project Manager.There are some points which
embarks qualities of Project Manager.

1.Multitasking: Project managers often juggle various tasks, from planning

and meetings to addressing unforeseen issues, necessitating adaptability and
efficient time management

2.Communication: A significant portion of a project manager's time is spent

communicating with team members, stakeholders, and clients to ensure
alignment and address concerns .​

3.Problem-Solving: Unexpected challenges, such as scope changes or

resource constraints, require project managers to be proactive in finding
solutions and making informed decision

4.Stakeholder Management: Balancing the needs and expectations of

various stakeholders is a critical aspect of the role, requiring negotiation and
conflict resolution skills.
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