How to Manage Complex Projects with our Select, Plan, Deliver Framework
At Complete Projects, we know that managing complex projects - whether it’s a legal entity restructuring, a tax compliance programme like BEPS Pillar Two, or a corporate transformation - can be daunting. With competing priorities, tight deadlines, and multiple stakeholders, projects often feel overwhelming.
We keep project management as straightforward as possible, which means keeping it in proportion to your project and adapting our approach to your business. That’s why we rely on our Select, Plan, Deliver approach to make project management clear, achievable, and effective.
Project Management vs. Business-as-Usual
Project management is fundamentally different from business-as-usual (BAU). Projects are temporary, with a clear beginning and end, designed to deliver something new - whether that’s a structural change, compliance solution, or transformation initiative. Unlike BAU, projects require dedicated resources, focused attention, and specialised expertise to succeed.
Our Select, Plan, Deliver framework ensures that projects are set up for success from the start, helping you tackle challenges like stakeholder misalignment, unclear objectives, and tight timelines.
The Select, Plan, Deliver Framework
At Complete Projects, keep project management as straightforward as possible, which means keeping it in proportion to your project and adapting our approach to your business.
Tips for Setting Up Your Own Project
If you’re managing a significant project, here are three key strategies to keep in mind:
Secure Stakeholder Buy-In Early
Ensure all stakeholders understand and agree on the project’s goals from the start. Misalignment early on can lead to costly delays later.Invest Time in Planning
Turn your due diligence into a practical, actionable plan. A well-thought-out roadmap saves time and reduces risks during delivery.Choose the Right Approach
Not every project is the same. Sometimes a traditional Waterfall method is best; other times, a more flexible Agile approach is needed. For complex legal and tax projects, a hybrid model can provide the structure and adaptability required. To hear more on project methodologies, Mick Edmondson, our Projects and Programme lead, details the differences and uses of each approach on the LCN Legal Podcast.
Complex Projects, Complete Solutions
At Complete Projects, we specialise in making complex projects manageable. Whether you’re tackling a tax programme, legal restructuring, or major corporate transformation, our Select, Plan, Deliver approach ensures success - without the stress.
Want to know more? Listen to Mick discuss these strategies in detail on the LCN Legal Podcast or get in touch to find out how we can help with your next project.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Mick is the PPPM Lead at Complete Projects which he founded in 2008; he is a proven leader with over 35 years of experience in Operations and PPPM, spanning social care, legal services, government, energy, manufactured goods and digital education. Mick also brings broader HR, IT, L&D people and team leadership from having senior management responsibility in diverse environments.