Chapter 7: Time – How to predict the future

“When will it be finished?” - the million-dollar question every project manager faces. Answer it without resorting to crystal-ball guesswork. The trick is to treat time, scope, and cost as a flexible trio. Involve stakeholders in timeline decisions—offering trade-offs so they own the schedule and aren’t blindsided by changes. A “failed” project is one that leaves stakeholders disappointed, so avoid that by ensuring what you deliver is truly what they need. Manage time this way and you’ll keep your project on track without those last-minute scrambles.