There are currently 8 terms in this directory beginning with the letter G.
Gantt chart
A Gantt chart is a type of bar chart that shows all the tasks constituting a project. Tasks are listed vertically, with the horizontal axis marking time. The lengths of task bars are to scale with tasks’ durations. (See also bar chart)
Gate
An end-of-phase checkpoint at which decisions are made regarding whether and how to continue with the project. (See also phase gate)
Goal
An objective set by an individual or an organization. It is a desired endpoint reached by setting and working towards targets.
Goal setting
The process of creating specific, measurable, and attainable goals and of setting deadlines for these goals if desired.
Gold plating
The practice of incorporating features and improvements that go beyond a product’s agreed-upon characteristics. This is generally done to boost customer satisfaction.
Governance
The structure by which roles and relationships between project team members and an organization’s high-level decision makers are defined.