Traditional Project Management
Traditional Project Management is a linear, sequential approach to managing projects, often associated with the Waterfall methodology. It involves detailed upfront planning, fixed requirements, and distinct phases such as initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. This method emphasizes predictability, documentation, and control, making it suitable for projects with well-defined scopes and stable environments.
Developers should learn Traditional Project Management when working on projects with clear, unchanging requirements, such as construction, manufacturing, or government contracts, where regulatory compliance and thorough documentation are critical. It is also useful in industries like aerospace or healthcare, where safety and precision are paramount, as it provides a structured framework to minimize risks and ensure deliverables meet specifications.