The Myth of the One “True” Project Plan

Every project starts with a plan — timelines, milestones, dependencies.
And everyone wants certainty: “Is this final?” and “Can we commit?”

But here’s the truth:
🔹 The plan is a starting point — not a guarantee.
🔹 Projects fail not because plans are wrong, but because no one notices when they stop being right.

In complex programs, change isn’t a risk — it’s a constant. Locking down a static plan creates false confidence.

What Works Better?
🔹 Plans should adapt to reality, not defend against it
🔹 Scenario thinking beats single-version optimism
🔹 Shared understanding > perfect documentation

Final Thought
Success isn’t about sticking to the plan.
It’s about sensing, adjusting, and aligning as things evolve.