How do I handle a Resource Conflict between two high-priority projects in the same portfolio?

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Resource conflicts like this require a Project Portfolio Management (PPM) approach. You shouldn't be the one making the priority call; that is the role of the Steering Committee or the PMO. Present a clear "Impact Analysis" to both sponsors showing the risks of split-focus—like context switching costs and potential errors. Use a Resource Histogram to visualize the architect's over-allocation. By forcing the executives to look at the data, you move the conversation from "who is louder" to "what is best for the company's strategic goals."

   Answered 2024-10-12 by Patricia King

Have you tried negotiating a "Phased Approach" where the architect focuses on the foundation of Project A before moving to Project B?

   Answered 2024-11-15 by Anthony Hill

• What if both projects have the exact same hard deadline for a regulatory compliance update?

     Commented 2024-11-17 by Mark Young

You need to implement a shared calendar or a resource management tool like Resource Guru to make the bottleneck visible to everyone.

   Answered 2024-12-05 by Susan Green

• Visibility is key, Susan. When the conflict is out in the open, it's much easier to have a logical discussion about trade-offs.

     Commented 2024-12-08 by Patricia King