Manage the chaos: Your guide to project management documentation

Documentation often gets a bad rap as the “boring” or even “unnecessary” part of project management. BUT let’s face it, documentation is a tool that makes everything run smoothly.

Think of it like putting together a LEGO set with your child. Without the instructions, you’re just an adult playing with colourful blocks and hoping for the best (or at least I am). BUT with clear instructions, you can build something impressive together. And a big + for being the hero of the day for your child.

In the same way, well-written documentation acts as a manual for your project. It ensures that everyone knows their role, avoids misunderstandings and keeps the project on track. So while it may not be the most glamorous task, investing time in solid documentation will set your project up for success.

Yes, I have seen it , I have been there : Here is a Short Documentation Disaster Story from my career

So there was this one project where, as usual, we were really busy, time was ticking, so we decided to skip/delay the documentation. Time constraints, low motivation – it just seemed easier at the time. Fast forward three weeks and we find out that three different people were doing things in the CRM in three completely different ways. Talk about a mess! It was like trying to put together a jigsaw puzzle with pieces from three different sets. What is the big takeaway? Documentation is key if you want to keep everyone on the same page and avoid losing your mind.

Why Good Documentation is Everyone’s Secret Weapon

Effective documentation does wonders, like:

• It enhances clarity: everyone knows exactly what they’re responsible for and what tasks to tackle.
• It boosts efficiency: it cuts down on the time wasted trying to figure things out.

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https://leadershiponcloud.com/2025/01/09/manage-the-chaos-your-guide-to-project-management-documentation/