Controlling 1
Controlling 1
regulating various aspects of a project, team, or operation to ensure that they align with the
established goals and standards. It involves making necessary adjustments and taking corrective
actions when deviations occur. Here are key aspects of controlling in engineering management:
1. **Project Performance Monitoring**: Track and analyze project performance metrics, such as
progress, budget, and timeline adherence. This allows you to identify areas where the project is
deviating from the plan.
2. **Quality Assurance**: Implement quality control measures to ensure that products or services
meet the required standards and specifications. Regular inspections and quality checks are essential
to maintaining product quality.
4. **Risk Management**: Continuously assess and manage risks associated with the project.
Controlling involves identifying new risks, evaluating their impact, and implementing risk mitigation
strategies.
7. **Issue Identification and Resolution**: Identify issues, bottlenecks, and roadblocks that hinder
project progress. Once identified, take steps to address and resolve these issues promptly.
8. **Cost Control**: Ensure that the project remains within budget. Regularly review expenditures
and adjust spending as necessary to prevent cost overruns.
9. **Schedule Adherence**: Monitor project timelines and milestones. If there are delays or
deviations from the schedule, take corrective actions to get the project back on track.
10. **Scope Control**: Ensure that the project remains aligned with its defined scope. Prevent
"scope creep" by controlling changes to project requirements.
11. **Performance Metrics**: Use key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and evaluate the
performance of team members and the project as a whole. This helps in identifying areas that may
require improvement.
12. **Document Management**: Keep project documentation up to date and organized. Well-
maintained records and documentation facilitate effective control and decision-making.
13. **Stakeholder Management**: Keep stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the
project. Address their concerns and expectations to maintain their support and trust.
14. **Lessons Learned**: Regularly conduct post-project reviews to identify what went well and
what could be improved. Use these insights to enhance future projects.
15. **Compliance and Regulations**: Ensure that the project adheres to legal and regulatory
requirements. Stay updated on relevant regulations and maintain compliance throughout the
project.