Project Failure Files: Countering Business Misalignment

In Episode 20 of the Project Failure Files weekly webcast, our focus was “The Key to Success: Striving for Business Alignment,” in which we discussed the importance of aligning project management tools and methodologies with core business processes. We emphasized that achieving business alignment ensures resources are used effectively, which enhances collaboration, improves productivity, and leads to higher end-user adoption. When project outcomes align with business goals, it streamlines workflows and fosters better cross-functional teamwork, reducing redundancies and increasing stakeholder satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

Sharon and I shared personal stories and real-world examples that highlight the positive impact of business alignment, including successful collaborations that led to faster decision-making and higher-quality outcomes, and cases where misalignment caused confusion, low adoption rates, and missed opportunities. Our discussion explored how aligning project efforts with business goals ensures that stakeholders remain engaged, teams stay productive, and the project delivers meaningful value.

To maintain alignment, we provided strategies such as involving stakeholders early in the process, setting business-driven metrics, and conducting regular reviews to ensure the project stays on track with evolving business priorities. By fostering ongoing communication and keeping a clear focus on business objectives, project teams can better adapt to changes, deliver greater value, and achieve successful project outcomes that support long-term organizational goals.

Enjoy the episode!

Be sure to tune in next Monday, November 4th at 9am Pacific for Episode 21 of this weekly series as Sharon and I discuss “Championing Change: The Role of Internal Champions.“ Hope you can join us on LinkedIn or YouTube.