Chaos often stems from "too many cooks" or, worse, cooks who don't know they're supposed to be cooking. PRINCE2 defines clear roles:
You review the success of the previous stage before unlocking the budget for the next one. This creates "go/no-go" checkpoints that keep the project on track. 4. Manage by Exception
Managing a successful project with PRINCE2 isn't about following a checklist; it's about By ensuring the project remains justified, defining clear ownership, and focusing on quality delivery, you turn "managing a project" into "delivering a success." Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2.
In PRINCE2, a project doesn't start (and shouldn't continue) just because it's a "good idea." Every project must have a . If at any point the project is no longer viable, desirable, or achievable, the framework gives you the permission—and the obligation—to stop. This prevents organizations from throwing good money after bad. 2. Define the Roles (Who’s Doing What?)
As long as the project is within those limits, the Project Manager keeps going. Chaos often stems from "too many cooks" or,
The Board only gets involved if a "limit" is about to be breached. This empowers the manager while saving the stakeholders' time. 5. Focus on Products, Not Tasks
The person running the day-to-day operations. This prevents organizations from throwing good money after
The Project Board only commits to one stage at a time.