How a manager can control timelines and stages (milestones) in projects in order to prevent missed deadlines.
Timeline Control: Milestones and Deadlines
"The project has been 90% ready for the last three weeks" is a classic trap. A manager uses milestones to monitor real progress.
Control methods
- Gantt chart: A clear visualization of the sequence of tasks.
- Checkpoints: Checking key results every 1-2 weeks.