Andy Hughes, MD of Tenax lists his top ten guiding principles for international project management

1. Sustainability – Assess the environmental, ethical, economic, legal and political factors associated with a project and its geographical location.
2. Social Impact – Consider the positive impact a project can have on the wider community.
3. Cultural Complexities – Embrace diversity and harness the benefits that it will bring to the project.
4. Stakeholder Engagement – Ensure that the project creates an environment where all voices are heard.
5. Communication – Communication is absolutely key to successful Project Management.
6. Operational Controls – Create a management structure that is unique to the project and applied for its objectives.
7. Leadership – Be versatile and lead through collaboration and engagement.
8. Financial – Financial planning will be of critical importance to Project cash flow.
9. Strategic Alignment – Use strategic thinking to manage risk and utilise opportunities.
10. Project Legacy – Legacy must be built from the outset to be truly realised.

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