From vision to implementation Project planning strategies – Priority matrix

Workshop Overview Title The Priority Matrix Objectives To plot the required actions for project success To rank these actions according to merit To decide which actions need prioritizing Guidance This workshop should follow the Fishbone Analysis workshop. The project elements identified in that workshop are used in this one. The aim here is to keep discussion to a minimum and not get caught up in too much detail at this stage. Group Size Medium: 10 to 20 working in small groups Resources This PowerPoint Word guide One Note supporting document Priority Matrix template Timing 2 hours Outputs A completed priority matrix for a variety of project ideas The beginning of a way forward action plan for project implementation.

What is a Priority Matrix A visual and quick starting point for prioritizing project deliverables/ elements A map reference to start the more detailed action planning process Don’t get caught up in the details at this stage Go with your instinct when plotting elements on the matrix Use the project elements developed in the fishbone workshops Use one matrix per project. Remember – nothing is fixed at this stage.

The Priority Matrix 5 IMPACT DIFFICULTY 5

Lot your fishbone elements according to impact & difficulty 5 IMPACT TRAINING - Technical Support How much Classroom design Connectivity Telecoms E-learning PBL How often Sustainability options Power Partners ASSESSMENT - New models TRAINING - Admin staff TRAINING - Teachers Eco - friendly Benchmark visits Security Best Practice examples What new skills to assess? International dimension What does research say? What new topics? Furniture Quality Assurance Health & safety DIFFICULTY 5

Start in the dark green area – high impact, less difficulty 5 IMPACT TRAINING - Technical Support How much Classroom design Connectivity Telecoms E-learning PBL How often Sustainability options Power Partners ASSESSMENT - New models TRAINING - Admin staff TRAINING - Teachers Eco - friendly Benchmark visits Security Best Practice examples What new skills to assess? International dimension What does research say? What new topics? Furniture Quality Assurance Health & safety DIFFICULTY 5