IT Project Prioritization Template

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Streamline your IT project management by focusing on high-impact and urgent tasks. This template guides you through creating a prioritized project list using the Eisenhower method, ensuring critical projects receive the attention they need.

By following this template, you'll be able to improve project outcomes, allocate resources more effectively, and enhance overall team efficiency in the fast-paced IT industry.

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Proposed Tasks

Urgent and Important (Do First)

  • Task 1: Develop IT Project Inventory - due in 1 week
    ☐ Identify all ongoing projects ☐ Document project details ☐ Create a central repository for project information
  • Task 2: Establish Criteria for Prioritization - due in 2 weeks
    ☐ Define what makes a project urgent and important ☐ Identify key stakeholders for input ☐ Document prioritization criteria

Important, Not Urgent (Schedule)

  • Task 3: Evaluate Projects Against Criteria - due in 3 weeks
    ☐ Score each project against the criteria ☐ Rank projects based on scores ☐ Document project rankings
  • Task 4: Develop Project Prioritization Matrix - due in 4 weeks
    ☐ Plot projects on Eisenhower matrix ☐ Review matrix with key stakeholders ☐ Make adjustments based on feedback
  • Task 5: Communicate Priorities to Team - due in 5 weeks
    ☐ Share matrix and project rankings with team ☐ Discuss implications for project timelines and resources ☐ Address any questions or concerns
  • Task 6: Implement Prioritization in Project Management Tools - due in 6 weeks
    ☐ Update project statuses in project management software ☐ Ensure team has access and understands how to use the tool

Urgent, Not Important (Delegate)

  • Task 10: Conduct Post-Project Reviews - ongoing
    ☐ At the end of each project, review what went well and what could be improved ☐ Use this information to refine project processes and prioritization criteria
  • Task 7: Monitor Progress and Adjust Priorities as Needed - ongoing
    ☐ Regularly review project progress and priorities ☐ Adjust project rankings as needed based on changes in project scope, resources, or business needs
  • Task 8: Regularly Communicate Updates to Team - ongoing
    ☐ Keep team informed of any changes in project priorities ☐ Ensure team understands reasons for any changes
  • Task 9: Regularly Review and Refine Prioritization Criteria - ongoing
    ☐ Regularly review prioritization criteria to ensure it still aligns with business needs ☐ Make adjustments as needed