07/31/2026
Whether it's expecting customer demand to grow, assuming vendors will deliver on time, or believing approvals will arrive as planned, these assumptions shape every project plan.
The challenge is that assumptions can change without warning.
That's why successful project teams:
• Identify their most critical assumptions early.
• Track measurable indicators that provide early warning.
• Create response plans before they're needed.
• Review assumptions throughout the project lifecycle.
Read the full article to learn a practical approach for keeping assumptions from becoming costly project failures.
Discover steps that can help you identify, monitor, and respond to project assumptions before they derail your initiative.