In: Mechanical Engineering
(Maintenance Engineering) In assigning job priorities, it is important to consider some factors like
1. Define your top priorities. This may sound like a chicken-or-egg question, but the fact is, before setting a framework for prioritization decisions, you need an overarching set of strategic priorities that can be used to create the framework.
2. Have a detailed task list. A detailed project or task list is critical when making decisions quickly. When resources become strained, this is the go-to list that you’ll prioritize from.
3. Budget time and categorize work.When looking at your project list, it’s important to be realistic so you can make good decisions and communicate effectively.
4. Ensure visibility. Visibility for everyone into prioritization decisions is key to making sure you’re all on the same page and working in the same direction.
5. Beware of “URGENT!” vs. “important.” With any service-based role, it’s easy to get caught up in “urgent” requests from customers and co-workers.