Project execution
Project execution carries out the authorised work to produce and deliver the project’s outputs. It involves coordinating people and other resources, managing suppliers and stakeholders, maintaining quality and dealing with issues and changes through agreed arrangements. Monitoring and control inform execution continuously, so delivery is not simply following an initial plan regardless of new evidence.
Worked example
During installation of a warehouse system, the team configures software, prepares data, conducts tests and trains users. Defects are assessed against acceptance criteria and resolved or escalated before the release decision.
Common mistake
Execution does not justify bypassing change approval or assuming that completed activities automatically meet quality and acceptance requirements.
Where it appears in your exams
| Qualification | Exam | Relationship | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCA | SBL | Supporting | September 2026–June 2027 |