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Watch: Master predictive project management- build a strong foundation for successful projects

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Successful projects don't happen by chance.

They begin with choosing the right approach, understanding the project lifecycle, and applying structured project management principles that keep teams aligned, risks under control, and objectives on track.

In this practical workshop, independent project management consultant Amine introduces the fundamentals of predictive (waterfall) project management. Drawing on over 16 years of experience across energy, technology, banking, insurance, retail, and consulting, he explains how predictive project management works, when it's the right approach, and how project managers can balance planning, execution, governance, and stakeholder management to consistently deliver value.

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What you'll take away from the session:

  • The differences between projects, operations, programmes, and portfolios—and why they matter

  • How predictive (waterfall) project management works and when it's the right delivery approach

  • The five phases of the predictive project lifecycle, from initiation through to project closure

  • The ten core project management knowledge areas and how they work together throughout a project

  • How to develop effective project plans, manage scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, communications, procurement, and stakeholders

  • Best practices for managing change requests, analysing project impact, and maintaining control throughout delivery

  • The role of the project manager, the skills that matter most, and why business acumen and leadership are becoming increasingly important

 If you're an experienced project professional looking to strengthen your foundations or newer to project management, this session provides a practical framework that you can immediately apply to your own projects.    

What is predictive (waterfall) project management?

Predictive project management is a structured delivery approach where project scope, schedule, and budget are defined early in the project lifecycle. Work is then executed according to a detailed plan, with changes carefully assessed and controlled throughout delivery. 

When should predictive project management be used?

 Predictive approaches work best when project requirements are well understood, changes are expected to be limited, and governance, documentation, and planning are critical—for example in construction, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, or highly regulated industries. 

What is the difference between a project and an operation?

  A project is a temporary effort that delivers a unique product, service, or outcome. Operations are ongoing, repeatable activities that sustain day-to-day business and continue after projects have been completed. 

What skills make an effective project manager?

Beyond technical project management knowledge, successful project managers combine strong planning, communication, stakeholder management, leadership, business acumen, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to balance competing priorities and deliver business value. 
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