Project management 101: Plan well, communicate a lot, and don't forget acceptance criteria!

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to describe basic and simple practices for technology project management. These practices are the ingredients for all successful software development and digitization projects. Design/methodology/approach: Using project management best practices and personal experience, the paper describes three factors on which a successful technology project must be based. Findings: Whether they are full-time professionals or part-time novices, managers for successful technology projects ensure that their project is well planned, and that all stakeholders communicate clearly and frequently. Originality/value: Librarians often lack formal training in project management and learn project management skills on demand. The paper gives essential tips for project success. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited.