All projects, regardless of the field, go through a similar life cycle, going through several stages/phases, during which several processes take place. The development of projects through these well-defined structures reduces the degree of insecurity, increases the control of the project, and allows decisions to be made after each phase.
By organizing things in stages, the project manager ensures that the services or products delivered at the end of each phase are in line with the intended purpose and, at the same time, that the members of the project team are prepared for the next phase of the project.
Below we will summarize the general stages of a project, as well as some practical aspects about the relationships between team members, clients, and other stakeholders at the level of a project.