Scenario:

Your team is about to launch a new software product. The project involves various stakeholders, including internal teams $($development$,$ marketing, sales$)$ and external stakeholders $($clients$,$ investors, media$).$

Task:

Identify Stakeholders: List all stakeholders involved in the product launch.

Analyze Communication Needs: Determine the communication needs of each stakeholder group. Consider:

What information do they need?

How often do they need updates?

What communication channels do they prefer?

Develop a Communication Plan: Create a plan that outlines:

Key messages for each stakeholder group

Communication channels and frequency

Timeline for communication

Roles and responsibilities for communication

Manage Stakeholder Expectations:

Proactively communicate project progress and potential issues.

Address concerns and feedback promptly.

Ensure stakeholders feel heard and valued.

Monitor and Evaluate:

Track the effectiveness of your communication strategies.

Gather feedback from stakeholders.

Adjust your plan as needed.

Deliverables:

Stakeholder Communication Plan

Communication Templates $($e$.$g$.,$ press releases, email updates$)1-2$ examples

Stakeholder Feedback Survey

Communication Effectiveness Report