Industry research shows that one third of IT projects are delivered later than planned.  Research firms further report that 74% percent of all IT projects fail, come in over budget or run past the original deadline, and that 28% of projects fail altogether.  These figures demonstrate an obvious need for professionals to supplement traditional technical skills with high value business delivery skills. Uniting Resources ITS can provide project management professionals that use proven techniques, tools and tips for conducting successful projects.  The project management function of Uniting Resources ITS draws upon extensive experience in managing IT based projects with essential knowledge and skills to either manage a project or be an effective, valuable member of a project team.

As project managers, Uniting Resources ITS can be involved from the initial stages of the project, or if required can step in at later a stage to provide assistance and guidance to ensure the successful completion of the project.  An example of the project management services that can be provided are listed below;

• Assimilate essential tools and disciplines for planning, baselining and controlling projects effectively
• Understand how to identify, manage and control change throughout a project
• Manage pitfalls in estimating
• Identify and control risks through an understanding of Risk Exposure principles
• Make successful cost/schedule/scope trade-offs
• Understand quality and customer expectation management
• Create schedules, manage resources, track and control project plans
• Effectively lead & develop a project team
• Manage conflict and provide feedback effectively