Acquire Resources

Inputs Tools and Techniques Outputs
  • Resource Management Plan
  • Project Documents
  • Project Funding
  • Organizational Process Assets
  • Enterprise Environmental Factors
  • Procurement
  • Negotiation
  • Pre-Assignment
  • Virtual Teams
  • Interpersonal and Team Skills
  • Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis
  • Advertising
  • Centralized Procurement
  • Procurement Agreements
  • Resource Calendars
  • Project Documents Updates

Details:

Resource Management Plan: The comprehensive document that outlines how the project will be executed, monitored, and controlled. It provides guidance on project closure activities.

Project Documents: Documents such as the project schedule, activity resource requirements, and risk register provide information on resource needs and constraints.

Project Funding: Budget information and funding sources necessary for acquiring resources.

Organizational Process Assets: Lessons learned, historical information, and other organizational knowledge that can help in closing out the project effectively.

Enterprise Environmental Factors: External factors such as organizational culture, market conditions, and government regulations that can impact resource management strategies.

Procurement: The process of obtaining external resources through contracts, purchase orders, or agreements with suppliers or vendors.

Negotiation: Discussing terms, conditions, and prices with potential suppliers or vendors to reach mutually beneficial agreements.

Pre-Assignment: Assigning specific resources to the project based on their availability and suitability for the required tasks.

Virtual Teams: Utilizing resources located remotely or across different geographical locations to fulfill project requirements.

Interpersonal and Team Skills: Effective communication, relationship building, and conflict resolution skills are essential for successful resource acquisition.

Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA): Evaluating potential suppliers or vendors based on multiple criteria such as cost, quality, and reputation to make informed decisions.

Advertising: Promoting project resource needs through advertisements or requests for proposals (RFPs) to attract potential suppliers or vendors.

Centralized Procurement: Utilizing centralized procurement processes and departments within the organization to streamline resource acquisition.

Procurement Agreements: Formal contracts, purchase orders, or agreements with suppliers or vendors detailing the terms, conditions, and deliverables associated with resource acquisition.

Resource Calendars: Updated calendars indicating when and how resources will be available for project activities.

Project Documents Updates: Updates to various project documents such as the project schedule, risk register, and resource management plan to reflect the outcomes of the resource acquisition process.