On Project Stake Holders

“What obstacles do project managers face to successful completion of an Information Technology project?”

Manager MIS; National Social Group

I observed and experienced following factors based on my experience as PM in IT and non IT industry:

- Lake of interest of second tier stake holders
- Lake of understanding the importance of project by some major project stake holders
- Environmental motivation factor for project team
- Limited vision of Project Manager
- Without involving influential stake holders into the project proceedings
- Try to implement the project as a whole instead of module

MüTō Observation:

These obstacles can be mitigated through the basic ability of a Project Manager to communicate clearly.

For example, how can a 'second tier stake-holder' be considered important, if they have a lack of interest in the project? A PM can hold them accountable. If a Major Stakeholder lacks the understanding of the importance of a project, then it is the PM's responsibility to make certain they clearly understand it.

A PM's ability to motivate their project team is tantamount to the project's success. I agree. Their vision, and ability to communicate it holds a project together, and gets the project team to the next level of focus, and energy.