1. Reasons why IT projects fail (and solutions)

2. Incomplete or changing system requirements
Update the SRS
Upgrade the system
Awareness of new technology and legislation
Redesign the system
Interact with stakeholders
Divide the project into smaller parts
Verify requirements with users
Prioritise requirements

3. Limited user involvement
Test the product
Conduct survey
Beta test

4. Poor project planning Focus on the key parts of the system
Do more research & spend time in planning stage to identify risks and plan project
Develop an accurate project schedule

5. Unclear objectives Clarify goals Discuss objectives with client
Use case scenarios

6. Lack of required resources
Identify resources
Related to planning
Find out detailed information on what resources are needed

7. Lack of executive support
Good reporting
Demonstration of progress & added value

8. Lack of technical support
Training
Use open source products
Outsource IT services