What is a Pre-mortem? ...and how do you run one?

The video explains the pre mortem technique, developed by Gary Klein, which helps identify potential project failures before they occur. It is a proactive risk management tool that challenges planning biases by assuming project failure and analyzing possible causes. The video outlines the benefits of conducting a pre mortem, especially at the start of a project, and provides a six-step process for implementation, applicable in both in-person and online settings.

What is a pre mortem and how does it differ from a post mortem?

Describe the main purpose of conducting a pre mortem exercise.

How can a pre mortem help in identifying risks in a project?

What are the six steps involved in conducting a pre mortem?

What is the significance of imagining a project failure during a pre mortem?

Explain the importance of reviewing the risk register after a pre mortem session.

What should be done periodically after conducting a pre mortem exercise?