project management glossary
control chart
The display of the results of a process over time,. They are used to determine if the process is in need of adjustment.
Control charts are a graphical display of the results, over time, of a process. They are used to determine if the process is "in control" or in need of adjustment.
control cycle
A cycle that usually includes planning, measuring, monitoring and taking corrective action, that is:
Effective planning determines how the project is to be approached
Monitoring and reporting then relates actual performance against these plans.
Action may be needed to ensure performance is maintained.
Eventual re-planning to ensure the project is accomplished successfully.
control gate
A management event in the project cycle (usually a major project milestone) that is of sufficient importance to be identified, defined, and included in the project schedule. A control gate requires formal examination to evaluate project status and readiness to proceed to the next control gate. Approval usually includes baselining the work reviewed.
