A breakdown of the review tasks was outlined in the methodology. The status of these tasks was reviewed on a weekly basis to be certain the project was being delivered on schedule. To review these tasks, a project dashboard was used. The dashboard is a colorful status tool that itemizes the major tasks of the project with their timelines and milestones. As the project progresses, these dates are updated.
Color is used to show whether a task is on time, delayed, late, or complete.
This dashboard proved to be an excellent tool when it was noticed that a major milestone would not be met if that task were not escalated. With the help of the dashboard, this time-critical project was completed on time and on budget. The client was very satisfied with the results of the project and with the simplicity the dashboard brought to the weekly status meetings.