Definition
Project controlling is an element of project management that is responsible for monitoring the project process and for ensuring the achievement of the project goal.
It is based on the recording of target and actual states, as well as analyses and evaluations of possible deviations. It also ensures the correct execution of the project.
The foundation of project controlling lies in traceable, transparent planning. The criteria of time, resources and results play an important role here. Key figures, such as costs, should always be recorded promptly and clearly assigned to a cost centre, so that project costs can ultimately be traced without ambiguity.
With the help of the Gantt chart, network diagram technique or other analysis methods, effective controlling can be achieved.