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Plan and direct complex ICT projects

Plan and direct complex ICT projects

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTPMG609
State Code
AUV55
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, plan, control and finalise complex information and communications technology (ICT) projects.It applies to individuals who may be required to use high-level business and project management skills to ensure effective and timely delivery of projects.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify the strategic and operational needs of the ICT project during the planning phase
  • 1.1 Identify the strategic and operational needs of the project during the planning phase
  • 1.2 Identify and consider the project's strategic context and requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and consider the organisation's strategic and business plans, and its output requirements
  • 1.4 Identify and explore client requirements and the impact of legislation and industry codes and standards
  • 1.5 Conduct a risk management analysis and develop and document a risk-management plan
2. Prepare the ICT project plan
  • 2.1 Define and document precise specifications and terms of reference for the project
  • 2.2 Identify and document project budget, specified to a level that can be used for the management of sub-tasks
  • 2.3 Define skills needed for the successful completion of project
  • 2.4 Define, document and secure physical and other resources required to support the project
  • 2.5 Develop and document timelines, schedules and critical path for the project, taking into consideration contingencies and planning for time slippages
  • 2.6 Define and document a consultation strategy or process that will be used to inform clients, contractors and other interested parties of the project's progress, and seek their input as required
3. Assemble the ICT project team and commence work
  • 3.1 Secure and brief appropriate project-team members regarding the project, their roles, levels of delegated responsibility and the outcomes to be achieved
  • 3.2 Implement effective communication processes to coordinate work and inform team members of progress
  • 3.3 Identify and communicate clear reporting processes for team members
4. Manage the IT project
  • 4.1 Monitor project progress according to project plan requirements, using appropriate project management tools and methodologies
  • 4.2 Manage team member performance, ensuring that their output is directed to the key performance indicators identified in the project plan
  • 4.3 Make corrections, changes and additions to the project plan in light of changing circumstances to ensure project aims and outcomes
  • 4.4 Monitor resourcing to support the project and make corrections to reflect changing circumstances
  • 4.5 Report overall project progress to senior management or funding bodies as required and in line with the project plan
5. Finalise the IT project
  • 5.1 Finalise the project in line with the project plan
  • 5.2 Conduct handover to staff members responsible for the ongoing implementation or maintenance of project products or services efficiently, effectively and in line with organisational procedures
  • 5.3 Debrief project team members and relevant stakeholders about the conduct of the project and the outcomes achieved
  • 5.4 Prepare a report analysing the strengths and weaknesses of the project plan and the conduct of the project
6. Use the IT project to contribute to improved policies and processes
  • 6.1 Identify and analyse opportunities for wider organisational learning, including changes to processes or policies generated by the project
  • 6.2 Forward opportunities for future further developments following project completion for consideration by senior management
  • 6.3 Consider the strategic impact of the project and feed into the organisation's ongoing strategic planning processes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7930 ICAPMG609A Plan and direct complex IT projects Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBT28 ICTPMG617 Plan and direct complex ICT projects Unit of competency