---
ref_id: PR-INDEX
ref_type: Index
ref_name: "Process Records master Catalog"
version: "1.0.0"
status: Active
pmbok8_source: "Process Groups: A Practice Guide"
file_path: "reference/processes/index.md"
---

# Process Records Catalog

**Path:** `reference/processes/index.md`  
**Status:** Active · 41 of 41 processes documented  
**Authority:** PMBOK 8 Primary · Process Groups Practice Guide Secondary  
**Last Updated:** 2026-06-02  

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## Overview

This catalog indexes all **41 process records** documented in `reference/processes/` (PR01–PR41). Each record follows a highly structured schema: Definition, Key Characteristics, PMBOK 8 Context, Inputs, Outputs, Tools & Techniques, Cross-References, and Practitioner Notes. All records are compliant with PMOSkills `QUALITY-STANDARDS.md` reference layer guidelines.

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## Process Groups at a Glance

| Process Group | Count | PR Range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initiating | 2 | PR01–PR02 | ✅ Complete |
| Planning | 25 | PR03–PR27 | ✅ Complete |
| Executing | 2 | PR28–PR29 | ✅ Complete |
| Monitoring & Controlling | 11 | PR30–PR39, PR41 | ✅ Complete |
| Closing | 1 | PR40 | ✅ Complete |

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## Master Process Index

### 1. Initiating Processes

| ID | Process Name | Performance Domain | Key Output(s) | File Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR01 | Develop Project Charter | Governance | Project Charter, Assumption Log | [PR01](./PR01-develop-project-charter.md) |
| PR02 | Identify Stakeholders | Stakeholders | Stakeholder Register | [PR02](./PR02-identify-stakeholders.md) |

### 2. Planning Processes

| ID | Process Name | Performance Domain | Key Output(s) | File Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR03 | Develop Project Management Plan | Governance | Integrated Project Management Plan | [PR03](./PR03-develop-project-management-plan.md) |
| PR04 | Plan Scope Management | Scope | Scope Management Plan, Requirements Management Plan | [PR04](./PR04-plan-scope-management.md) |
| PR05 | Collect Requirements | Scope | Requirements Documentation, Traceability Matrix | [PR05](./PR05-collect-requirements.md) |
| PR06 | Define Scope | Scope | Project Scope Statement | [PR06](./PR06-define-scope.md) |
| PR07 | Create WBS | Scope | Scope Baseline, WBS Dictionary | [PR07](./PR07-create-wbs.md) |
| PR08 | Plan Schedule Management | Schedule | Schedule Management Plan | [PR08](./PR08-plan-schedule-management.md) |
| PR09 | Define Activities | Schedule | Activity List, Milestone List | [PR09](./PR09-define-activities.md) |
| PR10 | Sequence Activities | Schedule | Project Schedule Network Diagram | [PR10](./PR10-sequence-activities.md) |
| PR11 | Estimate Activity Durations | Schedule | Duration Estimates, Basis of Estimates | [PR11](./PR11-estimate-activity-durations.md) |
| PR12 | Develop Schedule | Schedule | Schedule Baseline, Project Schedule | [PR12](./PR12-develop-schedule.md) |
| PR13 | Monitor and Control Schedule | Schedule | Work Performance Information, Schedule Forecasts | [PR13](./PR13-monitor-and-control-schedule.md) |
| PR14 | Plan Cost Management | Finance | Cost Management Plan | [PR14](./PR14-plan-cost-management.md) |
| PR15 | Estimate Costs | Finance | Cost Estimates, Basis of Estimates | [PR15](./PR15-estimate-costs.md) |
| PR16 | Determine Budget | Finance | Cost Baseline, Project Funding Requirements | [PR16](./PR16-determine-budget.md) |
| PR17 | Plan Quality Management | Scope / Quality | Quality Management Plan, Quality Metrics | [PR17](./PR17-plan-quality-management.md) |
| PR18 | Plan Resource Management | Resources | Resource Management Plan, Team Charter | [PR18](./PR18-plan-resource-management.md) |
| PR19 | Estimate Activity Resources | Resources | Resource Requirements, Resource Breakdown Structure | [PR19](./PR19-estimate-activity-resources.md) |
| PR20 | Plan Communications Management | Stakeholders | Communications Management Plan | [PR20](./PR20-plan-communications-management.md) |
| PR21 | Plan Risk Management | Risk | Risk Management Plan | [PR21](./PR21-plan-risk-management.md) |
| PR22 | Identify Risks | Risk | Risk Register, Risk Report | [PR22](./PR22-identify-risks.md) |
| PR23 | Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis | Risk | Risk Register Updates (Prioritized Risks) | [PR23](./PR23-perform-qualitative-risk-analysis.md) |
| PR24 | Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis | Risk | Risk Report Updates (Numerical Exposure) | [PR24](./PR24-perform-quantitative-risk-analysis.md) |
| PR25 | Plan Risk Responses | Risk | Change Requests, Risk Register Updates | [PR25](./PR25-plan-risk-responses.md) |
| PR26 | Plan Procurement Management | Resources / Stakeholders | Procurement Management Plan, SOW, Bid Documents | [PR26](./PR26-plan-procurement-management.md) |
| PR27 | Plan Stakeholder Engagement | Stakeholders | Stakeholder Engagement Plan | [PR27](./PR27-plan-stakeholder-engagement.md) |

### 3. Executing Processes

| ID | Process Name | Performance Domain | Key Output(s) | File Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR28 | Direct and Manage Project Work | Delivery | Deliverables, Work Performance Data, Issue Log | [PR28](./PR28-direct-and-manage-project-work.md) |
| PR29 | Manage Project Knowledge | Team / Delivery | Lessons Learned Register, OPA Updates | [PR29](./PR29-manage-project-knowledge.md) |

### 4. Monitoring and Controlling Processes

| ID | Process Name | Performance Domain | Key Output(s) | File Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR30 | Monitor and Control Project Work | Measurement | Work Performance Reports, Change Requests | [PR30](./PR30-monitor-and-control-project-work.md) |
| PR31 | Perform Integrated Change Control | Governance | Approved Change Requests, PMP Updates | [PR31](./PR31-perform-integrated-change-control.md) |
| PR32 | Validate Scope | Scope | Accepted Deliverables, Work Performance Info | [PR32](./PR32-validate-scope.md) |
| PR33 | Control Scope | Scope | Work Performance Info, Change Requests | [PR33](./PR33-control-scope.md) |
| PR34 | Control Schedule | Schedule | Work Performance Info, Schedule Forecasts | [PR34](./PR34-control-schedule.md) |
| PR35 | Control Costs | Finance | Work Performance Info, Cost Forecasts, EVM Metrics | [PR35](./PR35-control-costs.md) |
| PR36 | Monitor Communications | Stakeholders | Work Performance Info, Change Requests | [PR36](./PR36-monitor-communications.md) |
| PR37 | Control Quality | Scope / Quality | Verified Deliverables, Quality Control Measurements | [PR37](./PR37-control-quality.md) |
| PR38 | Control Resources | Resources | Work Performance Info, Change Requests | [PR38](./PR38-control-resources.md) |
| PR39 | Monitor Risks | Risk | Work Performance Info, Change Requests | [PR39](./PR39-monitor-risks.md) |
| PR41 | Control Procurements | Resources | Closed Procurements, Claims Decisions | [PR41](./PR41-control-procurements.md) |

### 5. Closing Processes

| ID | Process Name | Performance Domain | Key Output(s) | File Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR40 | Close Project or Phase | Integration | Final Project Report, Product Transition, OPA Updates | [PR40](./PR40-close-project-or-phase.md) |

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## Key Cross-References

| Concept | Primary Process(es) |
|---|---|
| Project Charter | PR01 (create), PR02–PR10 (consume) |
| Schedule baseline | PR12 (create), PR34 (control) |
| Cost baseline | PR16 (create), PR35 (control) |
| Risk register | PR22 (create), PR23–PR25 (refine), PR39 (monitor) |
| Lessons learned register | PR29 (manage), PR40 (close) |
| Change requests | PR31 (all changes route through here) |
| Accepted deliverables | PR37 (verify) → PR32 (accept) → PR40 (close) |
| Work performance flow | PR28 (data) → PR30 (information) → PR30 (reports) |

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## Usage Notes

- **Book authoring:** Each process file is a self-contained chapter section source.
- **MCP server:** Each file is a resource endpoint; this catalog serves as the resource list.
- **AI agents:** Use this catalog to route process queries to the correct file.
- **Skills repo:** Process records are the authoritative source for skill inputs/outputs.

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*Authority: PMBOK 8 Primary · Process Groups Practice Guide Secondary*
*Built: Phase 4-C4 Complete · 2026-06-02*
