The throwaway prototyping methodology is especially good for exploring design alternatives.

Say "no" to all requests as they add to 'scope creep'

Use throwaway prototyping

Use a CASE tool to delineate requirements from work tasks

Start with a realistic assessment of the work that needs to be done

Hire an outside project management consulting group

Most IS departments face a demand for IT projects that far exceed the ability to do them.

Project Managers must be certified as PMP (Project Management Professionals)

Project estimates tend to have a built-in buffer of time

Project teams of 12 to 15 are generally considered optimum

The majority of projects taken on by IT departments are not strategic to the business

Projects need to be prioritized

Projects need to be carefully selected

Projects need to be carefully managed

Projects need to give a positive return on investment within four years

Projects need to give value to the business

The number of large projects

The number of tactical projects

The number of high risk projects

The number of strategic projects

The number of financially feasible projects