Project Communication Plan Pmi

Last Updated: March 18, 2024

Project Communication Plan Pmi


This Project Communication Plan adheres to PMI (Project Management Institute) standards, ensuring a robust framework for effective communication in project management. It’s designed to be straightforward, comprehensive, and ready for immediate implementation.

Communication Objectives

  1. Clarity: Deliver clear and concise information.
  2. Consistency: Maintain regular and predictable communication.
  3. Engagement: Foster active participation from all stakeholders.
  4. Transparency: Ensure open access to relevant project information.

Stakeholder Identification

Stakeholder Interest in Project Preferred Communication Method
Project Team High Meetings, Emails, Instant Messaging
Project Sponsor Moderate to High Formal Reports, Executive Summaries
Clients High Updates, Feedback Sessions
Suppliers Low to Moderate Emails, Order Systems

Communication Channels

  • Meetings: For team collaboration and decision-making.
  • Emails: For formal and documented communication.
  • Instant Messaging: For quick, informal updates.
  • Project Management Tools: For sharing documents, schedules, and updates.

Communication Matrix

Information Responsible Party Target Audience Frequency Channel
Project Updates Project Manager All Stakeholders Weekly Email, Meetings
Risk Reports Risk Manager Project Team, Sponsor As needed Email
Budget Updates Finance Manager Sponsor, Project Team Monthly Email
Stakeholder Feedback Communication Lead Project Team Quarterly Meetings, Surveys

Feedback and Adjustment

  • Feedback Channels: Surveys, suggestion boxes, one-on-one meetings.
  • Adjustment Process: Regular review meetings to assess and refine communication strategies.

Risk Communication

  • Identification of Risks: Regular risk assessment meetings.
  • Communication of Risks: Immediate notification to relevant stakeholders via email and emergency meetings.

Technology Use

  • Collaboration Tools: Tools like Slack, Microsoft Teams for daily communication.
  • Project Management Software: Tools like Asana, Trello for tracking progress and document sharing.

This PMI-standard Project Communication Plan ensures that all project stakeholders are consistently informed and engaged. Regular evaluations of the communication strategies will be conducted for continuous improvement

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