Sample Lessons Learned Questions

Mid-Project Lessons Learned

Were there obstacles or unanticipated circumstances that made it difficult to complete the project
Were roles and responsibilities clearly defined?
Did stakeholders have appropriate input into the project planning process?
Were stakeholders adequately involved in the project?
Were all issues resolved in a timely manner?
Were communications adequate in all activities? (right time, right audience, right information, right type)
Did we document appropriately and timely?
Were requirements documented clearly?
List top significant project successes? (keep to a manageable number)
Did PM practice add value to the project?
(Open-Ended) Based on what you know now, what should have been done differently in this project?
I knew where to go to get information on the project.
Was the project adequately staffed to complete the project?
Was the project planned well and at the right level?
Did we execute according to plan?
Was adequate testing performed (if applicable)?
Did the teams/sub-teams work effectively together?
Was cutover planned well? Executed well?

Questions would be selected based on the type and size of the project.
Lessons Learned should not just be concerning with what did not go well.

...