Outsource WHAT?!

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Outsource WHAT?!

by Charles Ludwig

October 22, 2003


Before we discuss outsourcing the project management function, a few definitions are needed.

 

There needs to be a clear distinction between a project coordinator, a project manager and a program manager. For the most part, a project coordinator schedules conference calls and meetings, usually at someone else's request. During the meetings, the coordinator usually does not actively participate in the discussion but records action items, decisions and next steps. Outside of meetings, they may follow up on issues and track progress against the plan. The coordinator function is valuable from an administrative project management viewpoint.

 

A project manager will either have a project coordinator assigned to the project or will perform the roles of a coordinator in addition to other tasks.



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