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Nadia Shaheen Project Manager Delhi, Delhi, India
In my Project, Program, and Change management journey, I used different Communication strategies and plans that varied from one project to another.

Centralized Communication worked well for a simple project where I used all the user information, data, communication type standards, and templates in one network, and my team leveraged it from time to time.

The same communication setup may not fit all types of projects, though. Decentralized communication worked well in complex projects where I had different regions (different policies/regulations, languages), and processes involved. Then, I had to customize my communication approach, template, language, and standards in various networks. That leads to successful accomplishment and maximizes the value of the business.

What is your experience in setting up communication in simple or complex projects?
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Kiron Bondale Retired | Mentor| Retired Welland, Ontario, Canada
Nadia -

Tailoring is as important to communications management as it is to other knowledge areas and fitting the right medium to the needs of a given stakeholder and message type is crucial.

Where possible, I favor a pull based approach as it reduces team effort and increases timeliness for stakeholders.

Kiron
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Abolfazl Yousefi Darestani Manager, Quality and Continuous Improvement| Hörmann-TNR Industrial Doors Newmarket, Ontario, Canada
In my experience, I've handled both simple and complex projects, adapting communication strategies accordingly. For simple projects, straightforward channels and regular team meetings suffice, while complex projects demand a more detailed communication plan, involving various tools and strategies. I've also worked on hybrid projects, striking a balance between structured communication and flexibility. The effectiveness of the approach depends on the specific circumstances of each project.

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