SMART Goals and Measurable Metrics in Project Management
attainable
Achievable or within reach
realistic
Achievable within the given constraints
project success
Achieving the desired outcome of a project
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tangible outcome
Concrete result or achievement
statuses
Current conditions or states
features
Distinct characteristics or functionalities
project charter
Document that authorizes the start of a project
measurable goals
Goals that can be assessed using quantifiable metrics
time-bound
Having a specific deadline or timeframe
ambiguous
Having multiple possible interpretations
components
Individual parts or elements
project manager
Individual responsible for overseeing a project
stakeholders
Individuals or groups with an interest in the project
delays
Instances of being behind schedule
confusion
Lack of clarity or understanding
strategic plan
Long-term plan outlining goals and actions for an organization
SMART acronym
Mnemonic device for remembering the characteristics of SMART goals
personal goal
Objective related to an individual's aspirations or desires
productivity goal
Objective related to efficiency or output
project goals
Objectives set for a project
issues
Problems or challenges
metrics
Quantifiable measures used to assess progress or success
concrete terms
Specific and tangible descriptions
date
Specific point in time
SMART goals
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals
scope
The extent of work to be done in a project
feasibility
The likelihood of achieving a goal
clarify
To make clear or understandable
expectations
What is anticipated or required