Description: Everyone is aware that Post Implementation Reviews are necessary to help
us learn from our mistakes, but they are rarely done on a
regular basis, and if they are, they aren't done in a formal
way.
This workshop will demonstrate how
important it is for the organization to review the successes
and learning experiences of a project before beginning the
next project.Participants
will learn how to put together an action plan for preventing
the same error from happening in the future.Two case studies will be used to illustrate the dos and
don'ts of PIRs.
Who Should Attend:
Project Managers
Lead Software Designers and Developers
Applications Managers
Lead Testers
Business Analysts
What You will learn: Students will:
See the purpose of a Post Implementation Review (PIR) and the
pros and cons of conducting formal reviews
Learn about the different perspectives and data should be
represented in a PIR
Understand the challenges of conducting an effective PIR
Gain practical experience using templates and tools
Course Outline:
What is a PIR?
PIR Definition - What is it?
PIR Objectives - Why do we bother?
PIR Challenges - Murphy's Law!
What's Involved in a PIR?
PIR Phases
PIR Activities
Planning Template Exercise
When Do We Conduct a PIR?
Ideal Timing for a PIR
Scheduling PIR Activities Exercise
How Can We Conduct a PIR?
PIR Methods
Asking the Right Questions Exercise (Case Study #1)
Who Participates in a PIR?
PIR Roles and Responsibilities
Gearing up for a PIR Meeting Exercise (Case Study #2)
