What's wrong with Post Implementation Reviews?

Learn from the past to create a better future.  That can't be wrong - so why do PIRs fail?

• Fear factor - I'm going to get blamed - so hide the truth;
• Looking bad - our department must come out looking good - hide the truth;
• Create a huge report - with minute detail and a couple of red herrings - hide the truth.

 An Action Meetings PIR is different because:

• It focusses on the key issues:
• It is conducted in a safe environment;
• It is not a 'blame game' - we're looking forwards not backwards;
• It produces a succinct report with a manageable number of specific recommendations.

The Benefits 

• Satisfied stakeholders;
• commitment to action;
• closure;
• transparency.

When should you use an Action Meetings PIR?

When:

• You want a clear, concise report free from manipulation;
• Impartiality is important;
• The project has endured a number of difficult issues;
• You want a significant jump in the capabilty of future projects.