Sunday, January 26, 2014

Definition of Project



 Definition of Project


A project is a specific, finite task to be accomplished. Project can also be defined as a one-time activity with well-defined set of desired end result. Projects can be large or small and take a short or long time to complete.

According to Project Management Institute (PMI) - A project is “a temporary endeavor under-taken to create a unique product, service, or result.”

The British Standard define a project as-  “A unique set of co-ordinated activities, with definite starting and finishing points, undertaken by an individual or organization to meet specific objectives within defined schedule, cost and performance parameters.”

From the above discussion, Project is a group of unique, inter-related activities that are planned and executed in a certain sequence to create a unique product or service within a specific time frame, budget and the client’s specification. 
 
Example: The construction of a bridge, construction of shopping mall, a specific research work for development of a product etc.

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