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The Tasmanian Government Project Management Framework includes a series of fact sheets that contain explanations and guidance on how to develop and manage key aspects of a project.

For further information and advice please email project.management@dpac.tas.gov.au.

Why Project Management Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (129.7 kb)

Outlines the importance of project management and the use of a project management methodology.

Language Matters Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (114.2 kb)

Explains the language used in the project planning process.

Project Documentation Fact Sheet v2.2 PDF File (251.3 kb)

Provides guidance on the type of documents you may need to develop and the level of detail required depending on the size and complexity of the project.

Document Control Fact Sheet v1.3 PDF File (146.3 kb)

Explains the value of using document control procedures and how to implement them.

Managing Small Projects Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (161.1 kb)

Provides guidance specific to managing small projects, including activities and resources.

Managing Projects with Legislative Implications Fact Sheet v1.1 PDF File (139.7 kb)

Provides guidance on the process for managing a project with a legislative component.

Checklist for Major Business Initiatives Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (166.0 kb)

Provides a starting point by outlining areas that may need investigation to progress an idea or initiative into an approved project.

Conducting a Feasibility Study Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (123.1 kb)

Explains the steps in managing a feasibility study and developing a report.

Project Sizing Fact Sheet v1.3 PDF File (148.3 kb)

Outlines issues for consideration in deciding on the extent of project management methodology to be used and level of documentation to be developed.

Project Estimation Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (184.2 kb)

Provides guidance and step by step information on how to estimate the time and resources needed to complete a project.

Developing a Business Case Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (133.3 kb)

Outlines the basis and the steps for developing a business case.

Steering Committee Nuts and Bolts Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (156.7 kb)

Provides information for steering committee members, including roles, responsibilities and personal development opportunities.

Developing a Project Business Plan Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (146.3 kb)

Provides information and guidance on developing a project business plan.

Developing a Risk Management Plan Fact Sheet v1.4 PDF File (161.9 kb)

Details steps in developing a project risk management plan which helps identify the level of risk and uncertainty and aids the successful completion of a project.

Developing a Project Communication Strategy Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (115.7 kb)

How to develop a project communication strategy to ensure the commitment of key stakeholders.

Developing a Work Breakdown Structure Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (158.1 kb)

Provides detail on how to plan and document the sequence of work required to develop and deliver project outputs.

Developing a Gantt Chart Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (304.6 kb)

Describes a gantt chart and provides information on what, why, when and how they are used to show the relationship between activities, tasks, milestones and resources of a project.

Developing a Milestone History Monitor Fact Sheet v1.2 PDF File (224.0 kb)

Provides information and guidance on developing a milestone history monitor, a tool to show rescheduling of project milestones.

Closing a Project Fact Sheet v1.3 PDF File (145.9 kb)

Explains the process for closing a project.


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