Sample Lessons Learned Questions

Ron Parks

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.

1. General Processes
   • What would you say were the most critical factors for project success?
   • Which tools or techniques worked well?
   • Were there organizational obstacles that made it difficult to complete the project
   • Were roles and responsibilities clearly defined?
2. Control
   • Have any scope changes impacted the schedule? How?
   • Did stakeholders have appropriate input into the project planning process?
   • Were deliverables 're-worked' because they did not meet requirements?
   • Was risk controlled adequately?
   • Did the project meet all original scheduled milestones/deadlines?
   • Were all issues resolved in a timely manner?
   • Were there project staffing issues?
   • Were Initial cost and schedule estimates accurate?
3. Communications
   • Were communications adequate in all activities?
   • Were status and issues communicated in a timely manner
   • Was the communications style appropriate for all parties?
4. Requirements
   • Were requirements documented clearly?
   • Were test plans adequate?
5. Overall
   • Was the project a success?
   • Were project objectives met?
   • Be sure to ask for input on "What Went Right"

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