An international conference project shortens its initiation stage to two weeks instead of the usual month, arguing that much of the planning was completed by the event sponsor in advance. Governance products are still produced, but with less formality. Is this consistent with PRINCE2, and why?

Question

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Yes, because tailoring can shorten stages when justified. Tailoring allows adjusting stage durations as long as governance requirements are met and justification is documented.

Why the other options are incorrect:
• Yes, because initiation can be skipped if sponsor work is complete: Initiation cannot be skipped entirely; tailoring must retain governance.
• No, because the initiation stage length is fixed in PRINCE2: Stage length is not fixed; it can be adapted.
• No, because shortening stages removes governance: Shortening does not remove governance if controls remain.
• No, because the project manager cannot change initiation: The project manager can propose changes with approval.

An international conference project shortens its initiation stage to two weeks instead of the usual month, arguing that much of the planning was completed by the event sponsor in advance. Governance products are still produced, but with less formality. Is this consistent with PRINCE2, and why?

Related questions

Free practice here. Timed mocks when you are ready.