A mission and development department is planning to develop a project that will introduce a new tool of business for the organization. What should the project manage? do to increase the project's chances of success?

While conducting an impact analysis is important for understanding the potential effects of the new initiative, it does not directly address the fundamental alignment of the project’s goals and objectives. Without a clear scope and vision, the impact analysis may lack the necessary context and direction needed for effective implementation.

Using a previous project template can be helpful; however, it may not account for the unique aspects of the new initiative. Relying too heavily on existing templates without first establishing the specific goals, scope, and mission can lead to misalignment and ineffective planning that does not cater to the current project's needs.

Benchmarking is a useful technique for assessing how similar initiatives have performed, but it is primarily focused on external comparisons rather than internal alignment. Without first clarifying the project's specific scope and mission, benchmarking efforts may not yield relevant insights for the current initiative, reducing their value.