...but not quite.
Web projects are Information Systems projects with a few distinguishing features. Like any project, principles of sound project management apply.
It is important to be aware of web projects' distinguishing features in order to manage them successfully. It is critically important to understand that web projects are not simply technology projects but undertakings involving people, systems, and organisations.
Reference: Managing Web Projects, Turner
As a project manager who does not produce the product being delivered, we often need to reflect. What value am I providing my client? How are they better off with me around?
It helps to be both personal and impersonal.
How does it help them to have a project manager for this project? What value does this position provide?
How does it help them that I am the project manager for this project?
According to Shoji Shiba, knowledge has several levels. The first level is simply Exposure. You've heard of Linux, you know what it is, you've had the chance to do some basic stuff with it, like listing the files on the system. It is plain that such a level of knowledge is of very little use.
The second level is Skill. At this level, one's knowledge has reached some usefulness. You know how to ride a bike, and you can use the bike to get you from A to B without much falling down. At this level, your productivity is very basic and inefficient. Workers who are at this level are not very effective. They can do the job but need much supervision to ensure their work is satisfactory.
The third level is Understanding. You have reached the level where you know what you are doing and can make effective decisions.
The fourth, and final level is Mastery. You know how to use the skill at the highest levels and the highest effectiveness that the skill is able to deliver. This is where you are most productive.
It takes time to develop Mastery. It is worth taking the time to study the best ways to shorten the knowledge cycle from Exposure to Mastery.
