You're facing a high-priority feature delay. How do you reallocate resources effectively?

In my experience, it is crucial to quickly determine whether a feature delay is resource-sensitive. Will the project benefit from additional resources to minimize or avoid the delay? If so, 'crashing' the project is an option, but should be considered carefully to avoid disrupting higher-priority features or projects. If not, will the project make best use of its currently allocated resources during the delay? Effective resource allocation and reallocation must respond to feature delays by maintaining productivity and minimizing delays across the entire feature set.

When facing a high-priority feature delay, effective resource reallocation is key. Assess the Cause: Identify blockers & review progress to understand the delay’s impact. Prioritize the Feature: Shift focus from lower-priority tasks and align stakeholders. Reallocate Resources: Leverage cross-functional teams, pair senior with junior members, & adjust non-critical projects. Enhance Collaboration: Increase check-ins, break tasks down, & use timeboxing to drive progress. Add Resources: Consider external help or temporary overtime. Streamline Decisions: Remove bottlenecks & ensure fast feedback loops. Track & Adjust: Monitor progress and communicate updates regularly. This ensures timely delivery while minimizing disruption to other projects.

To handle a high-priority feature delay, 1) Assess the current resource allocation and identify low-priority tasks that can be paused or shifted. 2) Reassign top talent to focus on the delayed feature—prioritize individuals with the most relevant expertise. 3) Communicate the reallocation plan clearly to the team, ensuring alignment on new priorities. 4) Adjust timelines and set clear short-term goals to get the delayed feature back on track. 5) Monitor progress closely and be ready to make further adjustments if needed.

During a delay, clear communication is key. Inform all stakeholders—development team, management, and clients—about the reasons for the delay and the steps being taken. Transparency builds trust and manages expectations. Within your team, clearly communicate new responsibilities and task reallocations to ensure everyone understands their role in addressing the issue effectively.

Lla communication est cruciale . Je dirais même "les communications" car en fonction des profils de personnes que vous avez dans votre équipe dans le cadre d'un projet , il faut l'adapter . Quand je dis "adapter" , c'est utiliser l'ensemble des moyens à dispotion pour une communication claire et précise. L'ensemble des personnes ne sont pas toutes sensibles à la même technique de communication . Afin s'assurer que les messages et informations transmises soient claires et comprises pour l'ensemble des personnes participantes , il faut nécessairement utiliser différents canaux de communication.

This is crucial. Surprises can be deadly. Get in front of the problem the second someone raises their hand. Don’t procrastinate. Brainstorm. With the team. For every problem there is a solution. Unless you allow it to become a problem rather than something to be dealt with here and now. A rolling stone gathers no moss!

To handle delays effectively, re-prioritize tasks by assessing your project plan. Identify tasks that can be advanced or expanded to optimize the time available. Focus on accelerating development of independent features or enhancing quality assurance for completed components. The objective is to keep momentum by concentrating on what can be achieved now, rather than dwelling on what's delayed.

I agree 100% with that approach as often “two minds are better than one”… after all, it takes a village. The answer is not AI that’s for sure. It’s good old human ingenuity—teamwork—human capital! Use it or (literally) loose it!

Durant les quelques projets pour lesquels j'ai soit participé soit animé , la surveillance de la progression est importante. Un projet est mené sur plusieurs axes qui sont complémentaires et qui permettent . Ces différents axes peuvent avancer de fa?on égalitaire en fonction des phases du projet mais peuvent aussi de fa?on complètement inégale. Ce qui peut amener à avoir un impact sur l'ensemble du projet. La suivi de la progression permet ainsi de s'assurer que l'ensemble des contributeurs du projet avance de fa?on régulière et ensemble .

The devil is in the details. Always. I don’t care if it’s a contract or game milestone. If it’s a contractual sticking point, get the right people involved for input and solutions. Same goes for creative sticking points. If there is a licensor involved, it is going to be even more challenging. Luckily we have Zoom/video chat etc and distance is not an issue. That being said, if everyone is close (one hour away for example) have lunch/break bread. Tackle the problem informally first. Then go to the office and roll up your sleeves. It will get done. Get everyone in the same headspace on the same wavelength. You would be surprised what a little real effort, in person can accomplish.

Le fait de planifier l'avenir améliore la résilience, je suis totalement convaincu ! Cette résilience permet aux contributeurs d'être agile durant les différentes étapes nécessaires à une aventure professionnelle . Planifier l'avenir permet de se préparer mentalement et physiquement à une potentielle charge de travail qui pourrait mettre en péril la capacité d'une personne à être performante .