One hundred years ago this month, RMS Titanic sank after striking an iceberg. More than fifteen hundred people died in that disaster. The event has been the subject of books and movies, but it also provides a few stark illustrations regarding project management mistakes and oversights. Here are seven lessons that relate to the sinking itself and three that involve the recovery of the victims.
1: You need to know what you’re measuring
2: Assumptions can kill you
3: Distractions are dangerous
4: Little things add up
5: Stakeholders should be kept informed
6: Other people’s perspectives matter
7: Moving targets can hurt you
8: Traceability is essential
9: Methodology is more important than technology
10: Documentation may have lasting benefits
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