Your Biggest Project Problem Is Not Schedule. It’s Rework
About this episode
Ricardo discusses the hidden issue of rework in projects and its significant impact on efficiency and success.
In this episode, Ricardo explains that rework is an invisible yet highly destructive problem in projects. Although organizations measure schedule, cost, and scope, they rarely monitor rework, the effort spent correcting already completed work. This lack of measurement obscures the project's true efficiency. Rework often stems from deeper problems, such as unclear requirements, misalignment among stakeholders, late decisions, or low initial quality. Its impact is significant: delays increase, costs rise, teams become exhausted, and client confidence decreases. Ricardo argues that rework should be treated as a key performance indicator, continuously monitored to assess the project's health. When measured, it drives better behaviors, improving quality, decision-making, and alignment. Ultimately, projects fail not only due to delays but also due to wasted effort, with rework being one of the main hidden factors contributing to this failure. Tune in to the podcast to learn more!
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