Phase 4 - Operate

Slide Content

The slide is titled "Phase 4 - Operate" and explains the operational phase of a project or process. The underlying theme is "It's all about making it business as usual." The slide breaks down this phase into several elements:

  • People with the action of lessons learned
  • Process noting a parallel run and transfer to business as usual
  • Systems & Infrastructure involving a support model
  • Risk highlighting agreements
  • Finance addressing benefits and cost tracking
  • Project leading up to project closure and the implementation of a target operating model

The process suggests a cycle with the potential to improve through another framework and hands over to Business As Usual (BAU).

Graphical Look

  • The slide background is pale blue.
  • A large arrow-shaped graphic in green snakes across the top of the slide, containing the word "Operate."
  • Below the arrow, a quote in italics reinforces the theme of business as usual operations.
  • Six outlined blue boxes with icons and text label different aspects of the operation phase: People, Process, Systems & Infrastructure, Risk, Finance, Project.
  • Each of the blue boxes contains an icon representing their category: a checkmark for People, two vertical lines for Process, a dollar symbol for Systems & Infrastructure, a document for Risk, an upward arrow for Finance, and a circular arrow for Project.
  • Arrows connect some of the boxes, suggesting an order or flow to the process.
  • Checkmarks follow some of the elements, indicating completion or approval.

The slide has a clean and professional design, with a prominent use of blue and green colors for a calming effect. Icons and checkmarks provide a quick visual reference of the topics covered.

Use Cases

  • Presenting the final phase of a project lifecycle in a business management meeting.
  • Explaining the transition to business as usual to stakeholders during a project review.
  • Training new team members on the continuity process after project completion.
  • Discussing improvement strategies and assessment methodologies in a continuous improvement workshop.

Transition Framework, Business Process Outsourcing Toolbox (PPT diagrams)