What is IT Project Management?
From email and applications to data management and logistics, technology is essential for all businesses today. Even companies that are not technology-oriented need software to manage purchase orders or networks and be active on online platforms. And all technical goals of an organization must be properly managed for business success. This is where IT Project Management comes in.
What exactly is IT project management? It’s the successful oversight of any information technology project that an organization undertakes. IT project managers are responsible for planning, budgeting, executing, directing, troubleshooting, and technical maintenance of these projects. An IT project manager might perform the following types of tasks:
- Software, website, and application development;
- Network and cloud computing updates and/or expansion;
- Implementation of data management and business analytics solutions;
- Help desk support and other technological services;
What skills do IT project managers need?
To succeed, an IT project manager needs various technical and ‘soft’ skills. First and foremost, they need IT knowledge and experience in this field; they must know about technology, software, networking, infrastructure, and data security. They need data analysis and inference skills to develop effective solutions. Since they are responsible for budgeting, resource allocation, and managing data and project timelines, an IT project manager must also be an excellent and highly organized planner.
Technical skills are not the only thing a project manager needs. As the de facto leader of their project team, they must also have excellent communication and leadership skills. These ‘soft’ skills are essential given that IT project managers may work with various external teams in the organization, such as business data, security, and procurement.
IT Project Management: Components
Like all projects that an organization undertakes, IT projects consist of five distinct but interconnected stages. These stages are typically divided as follows:
- Initiation: Identifying the project’s purpose and creating the project. A feasibility study is conducted at this time to determine if the project is financially viable.
- Planning: All tasks required for each stage of the project are compiled, and resources are appropriately allocated. It’s generally assumed that IT projects often need updates based on new technology developments and changes in priorities or unexpected variables. IT project managers typically plan projects in cycles.
- Implementation: In this phase, the IT project manager guides the entire team through each step of the project plan. The ultimate goal is to deliver the product or service.
- Monitoring and Control: The IT project manager is responsible for monitoring and controlling the work to ensure it’s completed on time and within budget, while maintaining quality and reducing risks.
- Closure: This final stage ensures all work is completed, approved, and ownership is transferred from the project team to the operations group.
So, if you’re interested and see yourself in this field, don’t waste time, join our IT Project Management course!
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