You're facing scope changes from a key client. How do you keep the project on track without delays?

As a product manager, I've encountered numerous instances where clients have requested additional features or changes mid-project. This can be a major challenge as it can disrupt timelines and impact the overall product vision. Here's how I've approached these situations: 1. Prioritize and Negotiate 2. Communicate Proactively 3. Utilize Agile Methodologies 4. Set Clear Boundaries 5. Leverage Data and Analytics By following these strategies, I've been able to successfully navigate scope changes while keeping projects on track and delivering value to my clients. Write to me if you want to know more.

Late in the development stages of a major project, a key client made a substantial request for a change in scope. Rather than objecting, I promptly scheduled a call to fully understand their new requirements. Following an evaluation of the impact on our schedule, I adjusted our plan to incorporate the changes while maintaining the desired level of excellence. Subsequently, I conveyed the revised strategy to the team, assuring that all members were in agreement regarding the priorities. Furthermore, we implemented buffer time to provide for any unexpected problems that may occur. My advice: Accept scope changes as an inherent aspect of the process, but consistently take prompt action to reduce disturbance and sustain progress.

In case of scope change, it's imp to assess the impact of it and also critical to estimate the efforts, Tshirt sizing the efforts can help in setting the narratives. Once the clarity on Impact and effort is there, timelines can be revisited, taks & deliveries to be re-prioritized keeping the client goals in consideration. While going through these changes, keeping the communications real time are quite helpful so that all stakeholders are on same page and there are no last min disagreements.

1. Assess how the scope change affects timelines, resources, and costs and evaluate the impact 2. Work with the client to prioritize new requirements against existing ones. 3. Clearly communicate the impact and changes to all stakeholders. 4. Adjust plan, update timelines, resources, and budget to reflect the new scope. 5. Negotiate and discuss trade-offs like deadline extensions or adjusted deliverables. 6. Focus on objectives and ensure changes align with core project goals. 7. Use change control to implement a formal process for approving changes. 8. Monitor progress and regularly review progress and adjust as needed.