Consolidated Planning


Consolidated planning in project management integrates scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and resources into a cohesive strategy. It ensures alignment of project components for effective execution and success.

Technique Overview

Consolidated Planning Definition

At its core, consolidated planning aims to streamline processes, enhance communication, and optimise resource utilisation throughout the project lifecycle. This multifaceted approach involves the collaboration of diverse stakeholders, including project managers, team members, clients, and other relevant parties. The goal is to align everyone's efforts and ensure a unified vision that supports the project's overall objectives.

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Further Reading

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Consolidated Planning references (4 of up to 20) *

  • Project Management Institute (PMI). (2017). A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), Sixth Edition.
  • Kerzner, H. (2017). Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling (12th ed.).
  • Lock, D. (2019). Project Management (11th ed.).
  • Schwalbe, K. (2021). Information Technology Project Management (9th ed.).

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