Management approaches

In PRINCE2 v7, management approaches are part of the project initiation documentation (PID). They describe how key aspects of the project will be managed, monitored, and controlled.

Each approach is tailored to the project’s size, complexity, and context. Together, they give a clear plan for governance and delivery, ensuring all stakeholders understand the agreed procedures and responsibilities. Think of them as “how-to guides” for areas such as benefits, change, risk, quality, communication, commercial, digital/data, issues, and sustainability.

• Benefits management approach: Outlines how and when the project’s benefits will be identified, measured, reviewed, and realised after project closure.
• Change management approach: Describes how changes, issues, and configuration items will be captured, assessed, approved, and tracked during the project.
• Commercial management approach: Explains how supplier and contractual relationships will be planned, secured, managed, and closed, including procurement and contract management processes.
• Communication management approach: Defines how and when information will be shared with stakeholders, including methods, frequency, responsibilities, and channels.
• Digital and data management approach: Specifies how project data and digital assets will be collected, stored, protected, and shared, ensuring compliance with organisational and legal requirements.
• Issue management approach: Defines how project issues will be recorded, evaluated, escalated, and resolved.
• Quality management approach: Describes the quality standards, responsibilities, methods, and controls to ensure that project products meet agreed acceptance criteria.
• Risk management approach: Details how risks will be identified, assessed, responded to, and monitored throughout the project lifecycle.
• Sustainability management approach: Explains how the project will address environmental, social, and economic sustainability objectives.

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Written by Frank Turley.

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