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IT projects<\/strong> often fail due to a lack of organization. Without a clear structure, effective meetings and well-defined roles, even the best IT projects<\/a> can fail or fall short of their objectives. For a long time, these projects were carried out without effective communication or clear guidelines. <\/p>\n The answer to this problem lies in project comitology<\/strong>. A set of organized committees and meetings to monitor, control and drive forward your IT projects<\/strong> in a structured way. <\/p>\n Agile methods<\/a> have provided an initial solution by improving collaboration between teams, but comitology complements this approach by structuring decision-making.<\/p>\n The steering committee<\/strong>(COPIL<\/strong>) is often the best-known, but there are other equally important bodies that remain little-known despite their usefulness. That’s why we’re going to detail the 6 essential committees and their missions<\/strong>. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”|700|||on|||RGBA(255,255,255,0)|” custom_padding=”||5%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Before discussing the 6 committees, let’s take a look at what exactly project comitology<\/strong> is.<\/p>\n Project comitology<\/strong> is simply the set of committees and meetings used to structure and manage an IT project<\/strong>. It’s like the backbone that supports your project and keeps it moving in the right direction. <\/p>\n Setting up a good comitology<\/strong> helps you to :<\/p>\n The main advantage of a<\/strong> well-organized comitology<\/strong> is that it enables you to keep control of the project, monitor its progress and make the right decisions at the right time. Without this structure, IT projects<\/strong> often become chaotic, with delays, budget overruns and functionality that doesn’t match expectations. <\/p>\n Let’s take a closer look at the 6<\/strong> essential committees<\/strong> you should set up for your IT projects<\/strong>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”|700|||on|||RGBA(255,255,255,0)|” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n An IT project<\/strong> requires the establishment of a strategy, i.e. an action plan designed to coordinate the actions of all those involved.<\/p>\n The Strategic Committee<\/strong> is a logical step in this direction. Its heterogeneous composition gives it a panoramic vision of the project, allowing it to establish dashboards, a state of the art, at different stages of its progress.<\/p>\n It also supports a sponsor<\/strong>, to encourage rapid decision-making and reinforce the commitment of all stakeholders.<\/p>\n In practice, the strategic committee<\/strong> ensures that actions taken are in line with foreseeable developments in the information system. It is therefore essential to the success of a project<\/strong>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#f7fbff” custom_margin=”||8%||false|false” custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%|true|true” border_radii=”on|23px|23px|23px|23px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In short, COSTRA :<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n To set up this committee<\/strong>, bring together managers and decision-makers who have a global vision of the company.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”|700|||on|||RGBA(255,255,255,0)|” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/strong>The Steering Committee<\/strong> is one of the governance<\/a> bodies responsible for giving impetus to the sponsor’s involvement, to ensure that the best decision is taken, and for monitoring the progress of the IT project<\/strong>.<\/p>\n He is the guarantor of consistency between the decisions<\/strong> to be made and the challenges of the operation, particularly with regard to project deadlines and costs.<\/p>\n The role of the Steering Committee is multifaceted: from overall monitoring of project progress, to making decisions in line with the project’s objectives, to directing or modifying actions at the customer’s suggestion, the Steering<\/strong> Committee plays a key role in the smooth running of the project.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#f7fbff” custom_margin=”||8%||false|false” custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%|true|true” border_radii=”on|23px|23px|23px|23px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In summary, the COPIL :<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n To set up an<\/strong> effective COPIL<\/strong>, you need participants capable of making decisions and enforcing them. The minutes<\/strong> must clearly list the actions to be taken, with a person in charge and a deadline for each action. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”|700|||on|||RGBA(255,255,255,0)|” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In this body, the project managers, whether from the customer or the integrator, lead the committee to ensure the smooth running of the project.<\/p>\n The role of the IS project manager<\/a> is particularly crucial in this instance, to ensure coordination between the various stakeholders.<\/p>\n With this in mind, the COPRO<\/strong> arbitrates disputes that may arise from the organization, the application of the QAP (quality assurance plan), acceptance operations, as well as the handling of modification requests and the conformity of functional or technical choices.<\/p>\n In addition to this arbitration function, the Project Committee<\/strong> ‘s role is to coordinate present and future actions, while ensuring their coherence.<\/p>\n He also monitors functional and technical aspects, by analyzing performance indicators (KPIs) and adapting resources.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#f7fbff” custom_margin=”||8%||false|false” custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%|true|true” border_radii=”on|23px|23px|23px|23px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In short, COPRO :<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n To set up an<\/strong> effective COPRO<\/strong>, clearly define who does what. The minutes<\/strong> should detail the decisions made and the next steps to be taken. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”|700|||on|||RGBA(255,255,255,0)|” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/strong>The Business Decision Committee<\/strong> is a decision-making body whose function is to present, but also to arbitrate, the orientations issued by theProject team<\/strong> following a process study.<\/p>\n His role also extends to ensuring that Run takes responsibility for modifications<\/strong>, in terms of analyzing content and changes and their impact on the project.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#f7fbff” custom_margin=”||8%||false|false” custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%|true|true” border_radii=”on|23px|23px|23px|23px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In summary, CODEM :<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n Participants should be familiar with the company’s business processes<\/strong>. The minutes<\/strong> should clearly explain the decisions taken and why. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”|700|||on|||RGBA(255,255,255,0)|” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/strong>The Technical Decision Committee<\/strong> is an assembly that coordinates work sites, in consultation with the technical team.<\/p>\n With this in mind, he supervises progress, as well as actions taken and those to come. It also analyzes the risks, with a view to preventing them.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#f7fbff” custom_margin=”||8%||false|false” custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%|true|true” border_radii=”on|23px|23px|23px|23px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In summary, COTEC :<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n To set up an<\/strong> effective COTEC<\/strong>, bring together technical experts capable of evaluating and implementing solutions. The minutes<\/strong> must be precise and clearly document technical decisions. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”|700|||on|||RGBA(255,255,255,0)|” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n IT project management<\/strong> cannot do without a committee dedicated to maintenance and technical know-how.<\/p>\n This body is the result of the merger between theproject team<\/strong> and the team responsible for maintaining the current Application.<\/p>\n The maintenance monitoring committee<\/strong> has the advantage of fostering information exchange with maintenance teams. Its purpose is to ensure that all maintenance releases are monitored, and also to make the technical and\/or strategic choices needed to migrate to the target application or, where necessary, adapt to new developments.<\/p>\n Implementing these<\/strong> governance bodies<\/strong> helps IT projects<\/strong> to run smoothly. By their very nature, IT projects are complex and evolving, and more than ever they need to be deployed within a rigorous framework, embodied by these committees. Their success depends on it, but so does the responsibility of clients and providers.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#f7fbff” custom_margin=”||8%||false|false” custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%|true|true” border_radii=”on|23px|23px|23px|23px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In short, CORUN :<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n Participants should be familiar with existing systems and maintenance processes. Reports<\/strong> should accurately track incidents, corrections and deployment schedules. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”|700|||on|||RGBA(255,255,255,0)|” custom_padding=”||5%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Here are the steps for creating a committee structure that works:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”|700|||on|||RGBA(255,255,255,0)|” custom_padding=”||5%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Setting up governance bodies<\/strong> undeniably helps IT projects<\/strong> run smoothly. By their very nature, IT projects<\/strong> are complex and evolving, and more than ever they need to be deployed within a rigorous framework, embodied by these committees. Their success depends on it, but so does the responsibility of clients and providers. In mature organizations, a PMO<\/a> can play a decisive role in this transformation by standardizing practices and ensuring consistent governance.<\/p>\n However, structure alone is not enough. The executive skills of committee members are crucial to turning decisions into concrete action. These skills include: <\/span><\/p>\n By combining the right committee<\/strong> structure with competent participants, you can considerably increase the chances of success for your IT projects<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Need help structuring your project comitology<\/strong>? Setting up an effective comitology can be complex, especially for large-scale projects. Our expert SQORUS consultants have been helping companies of all sizes to structure and optimize the governance of their IT projects for over 35 years. <\/p>\n Don’t leave the organization of your projects to chance. 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1. Strategic Committee (COSTRA)<\/h2>\n
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2. Steering Committee (COPIL)<\/h2>\n
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3. Project Committee (COPRO)<\/h2>\n
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4. The Business Decision Committee (CODEM)<\/h2>\n
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5. Technical decision-making committee (COTEC)<\/h2>\n
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6. Maintenance activities monitoring committee (CORUN)<\/h2>\n
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How to set up an effective project committee?<\/h2>\n
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Conclusion: why are execution skills essential in project comitology?<\/h2>\n
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All about IT project governance<\/h2>\n
Also read in our “IT project governance” file:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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A project? A request?A question?<\/h2>\n