project management glossary

gert

 See Graphical Evaluation And Review Technique

go/no-go

 The opportunity to decide whether or not to proceed. Usually associated with a major program or project milestone and typically the responsibility of senior management.

 Often a type of measurement that quickly tells a reviewer if an object's dimension is within certain limits. In the case of project management, this can be any monitoring or observation that allows a manager to decide whether to change, terminate, or continue an activity or a project.

go/no-go decision

 A major decision point in the project life cycle, typically marking the transition from planning to accomplishment.

goal

 Something one wishes to accomplish. Broader, more timeless than an objective. Expressed as a desired and targeted happening.

 A specific result or purpose that is determined for a project.

 A one sentence definition of specifically what will be accomplished, while incorporating an event signifying completion.