PRINCE2 Benefits

PRINCE2 provides a controlled start, controlled progress, a controlled close

Regular reviews against plan, business case and risks

PRINCE2 provides flexible decision points

Automatic management control over deviations

Stakeholder involvement at the right times

Clear communication channels

Project managers using PRINCE are able to establish terms of reference before the project start

There is a defined structure for delegation & communication

Project manager divide a project into manageable stages for more accurate planning

Resource commitment from management is part of any approval to proceed

Regular but brief management reports are available (checkpoint reports, highlight reports and exception reports)

Meetings with management are kept to a minimum, but at vital points in the project

End product users are able to participate in the decision-making

End users are involved in project progress

End users participate in quality checks throughout the project

User requirements are specified

PRINCE2 is Free (other then any training or support you want to pay for)

PRINCE2 has a strong User Group

PRINCE2 is supported by (UK) Government and organisations such as APM and ISEB

Training courses are available from many accredited training organisations

PRINCE2 is flexible and can be applied to any kind of project