Enterprise Project Management Methodology (EPMM)
The University of Newcastle's project management framework is a set of processes, tools and templates designed to used together to manage a project through its lifecycle (project phases).
Project classification of size
Varying levels of project management rigour and governance will apply to the delivery of projects, in proportion to the project's value, complexity and impact on the business.
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Minor Project |
Low risk, <$50K project value |
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| Description | A simple project that is less than 80 hours in duration, impacts only one business area/system and has minimal dependencies |
| PM Methodology | The following items must be completed: Project Proposal Project Schedule Checklist for each project phase Customer acceptance/sign-off Handover document and sign-off |
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Medium Project |
Moderate risk, $50-100K project value |
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| Description | A standard project that is less than 3 months in duration, impacts on 1-5 business areas/systems and has less than 3 dependencies |
| PM Methodology | A mandatory set of documents must be completed (to be defined in method development) along with optional documents agreed by the Project Manager at the beginning of the project initiation phase in consultation with the SPO. |
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Major Project |
Extreme risk, >$100K project value |
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| Description | A complex project that is greater than 3 months in duration, impacts on more than 5 business areas/systems and has more than 3 dependencies |
| PM Methodology | Full PM Methodology to be applied Tender process to be followed |