How to set-up projects: a simple guide for managers

Use the mnemonic CRISP

Project management is a mature discipline. Despite the huge literature at our disposal, including trusted methodologies, it’s easier to feel overwhelmed when we start a project.

There seem to be too many things to consider. If we consult the literature, that list only grows, making us feel even more overwhelmed!

A good foundation is critical to project success. Based on my experience, I present a mnemonic that can help with project setup: CRISP.