A Taxonomy of Project Types

Project management is the process of planning, executing, and monitoring projects. There are many different types of projects, each with its own unique constraints and requirements. This list is to help you understand the breadth of different projects. It is not comprehensive, but it is a good start.

Construction Projects

Residential Construction Project

A residential construction project is a construction project that involves the construction of a residential property, such as a house, apartment, condominium, or townhouse.

Commercial Construction Project

A commercial construction project is a construction project that involves the construction of a commercial building or property, such as an office building, retail space, or hotel.

Industrial Construction Project

Industrial construction projects are construction projects that involve the construction of an industrial facility, such as a factory, power plant, or warehouse.

Infrastructure Construction Project

Infrastructure construction projects are construction projects that involve the construction of infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, tunnels, or railways.

Event Projects

Corporate Events

Conference Event Planning Project

Conference event planning is the planning and execution of a conference or event, from start to finish. This type of project involves coordinating with vendors, venue staff, and other event professionals to ensure that the event runs smoothly and meets the expectations of the clients.

Trade Show Event Planning Projects

Trade show event planning projects are projects that involve the planning and execution of a trade show event. Trade show events are events that cover an industry or theme rather than a single company. They can be small or huge and have a few guests or hundreds of thousands. They will feature exhibitions, displays, showcases, speakers and perhaps entertainment.

Seminars Event Planning Project

Seminars are educational events that are typically attended by a group of people who have a common interest in the seminar topic. Seminar event planning involves organizing all aspects of the seminar, such as finding a venue, booking speakers, and promoting the event.

Company Meetings and Off-Sites Event Planning Projects

A company meeting or off-site event planning project is a project that involves the planning and execution of a company meeting or event held at a location other than the company's usual place of business. This can include events such as conferences, retreats, and team-building exercises.

Team Building Event Planning Project

A team building event planning project is a project that involves the planning and execution of a team building event. This type of event is designed to promote teamwork and collaboration within a group of employees, and can include activities such as team-based games, problem-solving exercises, and group discussions.

Company Party Event Planning Project

A company party event planning project is a project that involves the planning and execution of a company party. This can be a large or small event, and can include a variety of activities, such as speeches, entertainment, and networking.

Product or Service Launch Event Planning Projects

Product or service launch event planning projects are event planning projects that involve the planning and execution of a product or service launch event. This type of event is typically used to introduce a new product or service to the market, and can involve a wide range of activities, from product demonstrations and speeches to media relations and marketing campaigns.

Non-corporate Events

Wedding Planning Project

A wedding planning project is a project that involves the planning and execution of a wedding. This can include everything from booking the venue and vendors, to designing the wedding décor and coordinating the wedding day.

Festival Planning Project

A festival planning project is a project that involves the planning and coordination of a festival event. This type of project will typically involve a team of people who will work together to plan all aspects of the festival, including the logistics, budget, marketing, and more.

Charity Event Planning Project

Charity event planning projects are projects that involve the planning and execution of a charity event. Charity events are events that are organized and held in order to raise money for a specific charity or cause.

Sports and Competition Event Planning Project

A sports and competition event planning project is a project that involves the planning and execution of a sports or competition event, such as a marathon, a golf tournament, or a dance competition.

Fashion Shows Event Planning Project

Fashion show events are events that feature one or more fashion shows. They can be small or large, and may be held to promote a particular designer, collection, or line of clothing. Fashion show events typically involve a great deal of planning and coordination, and may require the work of event planners, stylists, hair and makeup artists, and other professionals.

Marketing Projects

Branding Project

A branding project is a project that involves the creation or redesign of a brand identity. This can include the development of a new logo, brand guidelines, and other branding collateral.

Advertising Project

 An advertising project is a project that involves the development and execution of an advertising campaign for a client. This can include research, planning, copywriting, design, and production.

Public Relations Project

A public relations project is a project that is designed to improve the public image of a company, organization, or individual. This can be done through various means, such as media relations, community outreach, and marketing.

Market Research Project

A market research project is a research project that is conducted in order to gather information about a specific market or markets. Market research projects can be used to gather information about potential customers, competitors, and market trends.

Sales Promotion Project

A sales promotion project is a project that is designed to promote the sales of a product or service. Sales promotion projects can include marketing campaigns, discounts, contests, and other promotional activities.

Creative Projects

Media Projects

Video Production Project

A video production project is a project that involves the production of a video, such as a movie, television show, or commercial.

Music Production Project

A music production project is a project that involves the production of music, such as an album or a song. This can include the composition, recording, mixing, and mastering of the music.

Print Media Project

A print media project is a project that involves the creation of printed materials, such as books, magazines, newspapers, or brochures.

Design Projects

Graphic Design Project

A graphic design project is a project that involves the design of graphic elements, such as logos, illustrations, or layouts.

Web Design Project

A web design project involves the design and development of a website. This can include the planning, wireframing, coding, and launch of a new website, as well as the redesign or development of an existing website.

User Experience Design Project

A user experience design project is a project that focuses on the design of the user experience of a product or service. This can include things like the design of the user interface, the user journey, and the overall experience of using the product or service.

Product Design Project

A product design project is a project that involves the design of a new product. This could be anything from a new toy to a new car. The project will involve research, planning, designing, and prototyping.

Interior Design Project

An interior design project is a project that involves the design and decoration of the interior of a space, such as a home, office, or store.

Fashion Design Project

A fashion design project is a project that involves the design of clothing, accessories, or footwear. Fashion design projects can be for personal use, for a client, or for a fashion show.

Information Technology Projects

Software Development Project

A software development project is a project that involves the development of software. This can include the development of new software or the enhancement of existing software.

System Integration Project

A system integration project is a project that involves the integration of multiple systems into a single system. This can include the integration of hardware, software, and data.

Data Migration Project

A data migration project is a project that involves the transfer of data from one system to another. This can be done for a variety of reasons, such as upgrading to a new system, consolidating multiple systems, or moving to a new location.

Disaster Recovery Project

A disaster recovery project is a project that involves the creation of a plan to recover from a disaster, such as a data breach, power outage, or cyber attack.

Research and Development Projects

Basic Research Project

Basic research projects are research projects that aim to gain new knowledge or understanding of a topic, without necessarily having any specific applications in mind.

Applied Research Project

An applied research project is a research project that is designed to solve a specific problem or address a specific need. Applied research projects are typically conducted by universities, research institutes, or companies.

Experimental Development Project

Experimental development projects are research projects that involve the development of new or improved products, processes, or services. These projects may be conducted by businesses, government agencies, or academic institutions.

New Product Development

Electronics Development Projects

Consumer Electronics Development Project

A consumer electronics development project is a project that involves the development of a new consumer electronics product, such as a mobile phone, tablet, laptop, or wearable device.

Industrial Electronics Development Project

An industrial electronics development project is a project that involves the development of industrial electronic equipment, such as control systems, sensors, or actuators.

Medical Electronics Development Project

A medical electronics development project is a project that involves the development of medical electronic devices, such as pacemakers, X-ray machines, or MRI machines.

Military Electronics Development Project

A military electronics development project is a project to develop new or improved electronic equipment for use by the military. This can include everything from developing new communications equipment to developing new radar systems.

Aerospace Electronics Development Projects

The Aerospace Electronics Development Project is a project to develop new or improved electronics for use in aerospace applications. This may include developing new sensors, communications systems, or navigation systems.

Software Development Projects

Application Software Development Project

Mobile Application Development Project

A mobile application development project is a project that involves the development of a mobile application. Mobile applications are software applications that are designed to run on mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets.

Web Application Development Project

A web application development project is a project that involves the development of a web application, which is a software application that is accessed via the internet.

Desktop Application Development Project

A desktop application development project is a project that involves the development of a desktop application. A desktop application is a software program that is designed to run on a desktop computer, such as a Windows or Mac computer.

Embedded Software Development Project

An embedded software development project is a project that involves the development of software for an embedded system, such as a microcontroller, DSP, or FPGA.

Medical Development Projects

Drug Development Project

A drug development project is a project that involves the research and development of a new pharmaceutical drug.

Medical Device Development Project

A medical device development project is a project that involves the development of a new medical device, such as a new implant or prosthetic.

Food Product Development

Food product development projects are projects that involve the development of new food products. This can include developing new recipes, developing new food products for a specific market, or improving existing food products.

Business Implementation Projects

Business Process Automation Project

A business process automation project is a project that involves the implementation of software or systems to automate business processes. This can include the automation of tasks such as invoicing, payroll, and HR.

Business Process Reengineering Project

A business process reengineering project is a project that involves redesigning a business process to improve efficiency and effectiveness. This may include streamlining steps, automating tasks, and eliminating unnecessary steps.

Business Transformation Project

A business transformation project is a project that is aimed at transforming a business in some way, such as through process improvements, organizational changes, or new technology implementations.

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Project

An enterprise resource planning (ERP) project is a project that involves the implementation of an ERP system in an organization. ERP systems are used to manage and integrate a company's financial, human resources, and operations information.

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Project

A customer relationship management (CRM) project is a project that involves the implementation of a customer relationship management system. This system is designed to manage customer data, sales data, and marketing data.