Project Management Methodologies
There are three primary types of project management methodologies:
- Linear or waterfall
- Spiral development
- Product development
All three of these types of methodologies can be related to process management in some way or another.
Linear or Waterfall Project Management Methodology — This methodology is sometimes referred to as the Life cycle, and is the best known of all project management methodologies. This methodology centers around a sequential process which is oriented toward computer software and other similar applications. Unfortunately, this methodology tends to also prohibit development on a parallel level.
Spiral Development Project Management Methodology — This approach on the other hand, is based on the idea that the development process is naturally very evolutionary, which means that you can design a program initially, and then constantly revise the program in order to add additional work phases or to enhance specific features.
Product Development Project Management Methodology — This methodology approach combines elements from the other two methodologies that were mentioned, but with an added nuance. This methodology uses product orientation as the mane base for the entire product development process.