Design Management
Bridging the Gap Between Vision and Execution
Design management is a critical phase in the project lifecycle, serving as the bridge between definitions and requirements to the execution stage. This process ensures that all project components are coordinated, leading to efficiency, quality, and optimal response to client needs. Professional design management guarantees perfect integration and coordination among stakeholders, adhering to high standards and utilizing PMBOK-based methodologies.
Principles of Design Management
Integrated Planning (Project Integration Planning)
Connecting all design teams, including architects, consultants, and engineers, for efficient coordination of all project components.
Creating a Project Management Plan that encompasses all design elements: scope, schedules, budget, quality, risks, and more.
Scope Management
Defining project boundaries and creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) that breaks down the work into clear and measurable deliverables.
Ensuring alignment between client requirements and expectations, and understanding the exclusions from the project.
Schedule Management
Planning project activities, including dependencies, resources, and timelines.
Creating Gantt Charts or other advanced tools that enable effective tracking.
Cost Management
Preparing detailed budget estimates for all design phases.
Monitoring adherence of the design to the initial budget and identifying deviations in real-time.
Risk Management
Identifying potential risks during the design stages and developing mitigation plans.
Utilizing tools such as a Risk Register and prioritizing risks using a Probability-Impact Matrix.
Quality Management
Establishing clear quality criteria in design and monitoring their implementation.
Conducting quality controls and repeated checks to ensure compliance with client requirements.
Stakeholder Management
Identifying stakeholders involved in the project and understanding their expectations.
Developing a communication plan to ensure real-time information sharing.
How WDI Does It
- At WDI, we employ leading tools and techniques, adhering to PMBOK standards, to deliver a high-quality design process tailored to client needs:
- Comprehensive coordination and full integration: We professionally coordinate among all disciplines, adhering to schedules and minimizing risks.
- Customization to project needs: Our services include design management for tenders (DESIGN-BUILD), PPP/DBOT projects, and design management for architects and developers.
- Continuous monitoring and improvement: We consistently track design performance, make necessary adjustments, and enhance the process as needed.
Contact Us
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