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You\u2019ve planned the project.<\/span> You\u2019ve assembled an able team. You\u2019ve implemented. Now you can sit back and watch the process unfold. Planning is only the beginning. Things go wrong and things change. If you\u2019re not able to respond quickly and adapt, then the project becomes derailed.<\/p>\n

Managing a project isn’t an abstract concept. It\u2019s the application of careful planning and processes with an emphasis on practicality. The pragmatist isn\u2019t going to roll the dice and hope their number comes up. They\u2019re engaged and measure the progress of the project. It\u2019s the only way to make sure you execute the plan effectively, meeting the objectives and goals of the project.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s all well and good, but how does one measure project progress<\/a>? Glad you asked! No matter what industry you\u2019re in, whatever project you\u2019re leading, these tips on measuring your progress are sure to help your project achieve success.<\/p>\n

Why Is It Important to Measure Project Progress?<\/h2>\n

Without measuring project progress, it\u2019s impossible to understand how the project is unfolding and whether it\u2019s on target. The earlier problems are spotted, the easier it is to implement corrective measures and reduce risk. Data that measure project progress also helps keep team members accountable for their deadlines. It isn\u2019t just a best practice to measure project progress, it\u2019s an integral part of project success.<\/p>\n

ProjectManager<\/a> is online project management software that has robust Gantt charts on which you can link all four types of task dependencies and even filter for the critical path. But most impressive is that once you’ve planned your project, the Gantt chart lets you set a baseline, which captures the plan. Our software then tracks your actual progress in real time so you can always see where you are in the project, helping project managers stay on schedule. Get started with ProjectManager today for free.<\/p>\n

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Who Should Measure Project Progress?<\/h2>\n

While traditional project managers are heavily involved in measuring project progress, they aren\u2019t the only responsible party within an organization.<\/p>\n