Managing a Drupal project can be both incredibly rewarding and unexpectedly challenging. Drupal’s flexibility is one of its greatest strengths—but also a source of hidden complexity that can quickly turn into major risks if not handled properly. This session is designed for project managers, product owners, technical leads, and anyone involved in the Drupal project lifecycle who wants to anticipate issues, reduce uncertainty, and improve delivery outcomes.
We’ll explore the real-world particularities of Drupal projects with a practical, hands-on approach. You’ll learn how to identify common risks, spot early signs of technical deviation, and design effective mitigation plans before problems escalate. We’ll also dive into key topics such as CMS-related scope creep, the hidden complexity behind seemingly simple features (views, permissions, roles, workflows), integration pitfalls, and the challenges of relying on contributed modules.
During this session, participants will practice how to:
- Identify typical risks in Drupal projects before they become blockers.
- Detect early warning signs of technical drift or architectural problems.
- Assess the real complexity behind functional requirements.
- Build a tailored mitigation plan suited to Drupal’s ecosystem.
- Make informed decisions to balance scope, timelines, and quality.
If you want to manage Drupal projects with more predictability, fewer surprises, and a lot less stress, this session is for you.