Teams who have successfully implemented RPM for their projects have contributed the following observations:

The approach

• Start with a small team or group.
   
  • Start with core team members before expanding to all team members.
     
  • Ensure that the team is comfortable with the tool and how it is used on the project before expanding to other stakeholders, such as customers and business partners.
     
• Lead by example. If the project manager or delivery management is using the tool, others will more likely follow.
   
• Take a phased approach to deployment. Start with basic functions, such as Document Management and a simple schedule (for example, track phases), with duration-based tracking before using effort-based tracking on a large schedule.
   
• Leverage existing standards, such as the OPAL Tool Mentors. Then extend the standards where necessary to meet your needs.