Epicflow Blog

JULY 5, 2022

Estimation of project cost is one of the core practices of the project initiation stage, which becomes the basis for the approved project budget. At the same time, the forecasted cost should not be too overestimated or underestimated. What helps make cost estimation simple and efficient?

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PM Basics

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

In this article, you’ll find the real-life project risk management plan example. It comes from my practical experience working on software development projects. Below the example, you’ll find all the required information and resources to create your Risk Management Plan quickly and for free.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 24, 2023

When it comes to managing them effectively, understanding the differences between projects and operations is key. Projects vs operations The short answer to the question: “What’s the difference between projects and operations?” These are all great sources of examples of projects. More on that later.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 8, 2021

Estimating might not be an exact science, but it is one of the most important aspects of planning for a project. It’s how you build a budget by figuring out as best as possible what your project costs will be, including resources and how long you’ll need them for. ProjectManager.com’s Project Estimate Template.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

A project budget contains the financial details of your project, including the estimates of all the money you need to layout to lead a successful project, from resources to materials. Monitor project expenses with this Excel budget template. That’s where this project budget template comes in handy.

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MPUG

AUGUST 26, 2019

Having been a project manager for all of my working life and now a teacher of project management skills for more than a decade, I always tell my students to follow sound project management principles and to manage risks proactively. Proactive project risk management is integral part of project management.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Continuous Improvement The ongoing effort to improve a project process, product, or service to achieve better results. Cost Estimation The process of estimating project costs is done by leveraging historical data, expert judgment, or quantitative models. Also known as continuous process improvement.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 13, 2022

In other words, it’s a method to discover the most cost-effective way to execute a project. This is done by defining all the costs, both direct, indirect, intangible and more against the benefits, be they direct, indirect and so forth. How ProjectManager Helps After Project Selection. Scoring Models. Net Present Value.

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Teamweek

AUGUST 17, 2022

And are often enough to derail your project’s timeframe as well as budget. In this article, you’ll learn everything you need to know about how to use Project Controls to deliver your project on time and within budget. What are project controls? Importance of project controls.

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Wrike

MAY 25, 2023

Try Wrike for free Understanding Construction Project Management Construction project management is a complex process that involves planning, coordinating, overseeing, and guiding a construction project from start to finish. Quality Management : The project must meet the required standards and specifications.

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MPUG

JUNE 19, 2023

Through the process of doing the work, we learn more about the subject of our work and the processes we employ for our project objectives. In this article, we will define change orders and provide steps for how to integrate change orders in Microsoft Project.

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MPUG

MAY 15, 2023

.” I was a bit surprised by this because, in my experience as a project manager, I would have significant supplier interactions from the beginning of the supplier selection process. But, even if I was not contributing, I listened and gained some understanding of the supplier’s competence, approach, and potential risks.

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The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Risk Management: AI can identify potential risks and threats to an organization, such as cyberattacks or supply chain disruptions. In summary, AI is transforming how organizations approach strategy, from improving decision-making to optimizing the customer experience and identifying emerging trends and risks. ” Wow!

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Teamweek

JANUARY 22, 2024

Knowing how to monitor and manage project resources can make or break that project. One common technique that helps project managers handle resources efficiently is resource leveling. Project teams use resource leveling to adjust project timelines, address resource constraints, and avoid overloading.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Expenses involving risk management and contingency planning: Project managers need to anticipate potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. This involves conducting risk assessments, creating contingency plans, and allocating resources to address unforeseen circumstances.

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International Institute for Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2022

In the past five years, there have been numerous articles discussing how Artificial Intelligence (AI), can and will benefit the field of project management. Recognizing the need for AI applications has been discussed in numerous journal articles. Risk Management. Harold Kerzner. Introduction. Bibliography.

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nTask

DECEMBER 21, 2020

One way to be productive and ahead of your game is to adopt project management techniques to project manage your life. After all, what is life but a string of projects? So how would you project manage your life? The Monitoring and Controlling Phase. And the Project Close. Project Scope Management.

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MPUG

APRIL 2, 2024

It involves defining the project scope and objectives, creating a detailed plan, and identifying the resources and schedule required to complete the project. PM is used in a variety of industries and can be applied to projects of different sizes and complexities. Why is Project Management Important?

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Herding Cats

MAY 10, 2019

Risk Management is essential for development and production programs. Information about key project cost, (technical) performance, and schedule attributes is often uncertain or unknown until late in the program. Effective Risk Management 2 nd Edition , Edmund Conrow, AIAA, 2003. Risk Management Papers. “A

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Wrike

AUGUST 25, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business world, the ability to effectively coordinate projects is crucial to delivering timely results. Project coordination involves bringing together various aspects of a project, from planning and organizing to managing teams and resources.

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Proofhub

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

For some, it is the team who works hard day and night to deliver every deliverable and deadlines within the project to make it successful. And for the rest, it takes the best of both (management and teamwork) to make a project successful. We will take a closer look at the various aspects of project management.

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International Institute for Learning

APRIL 5, 2023

Some of the risks facing project management organizations are presented in the sections that follow. COSTLY IMPLEMENTATION One of the biggest challenges facing organizations in the implementation of AI will be the implementation cost. The rewards resulting from AI applications in project management certainly exceed the risks.

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ProProfs Project Management

MAY 16, 2019

In this article, we specifically talk about the impact of AI in project management and its various pros and cons. Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence in IT Project Management Pros of AI Project Management. Analyzing data using AI and machine learning help managers to: Refine their project plans based on past results.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The Importance of Accurate Cost Estimates Accurate cost estimates serve as a benchmark for project feasibility assessments, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions. By providing a realistic projection of expenses, cost estimates help identify potential risks and enable early mitigation strategies.

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The IIL Blog

JUNE 7, 2023

Every year, numerous articles are written that describe new approaches to management and leadership practices. The focus of this paper is to discuss some of the challenges facing the linkage between artificial intelligence (AI), project management, and stakeholder relations management. By Harold Kerzner, Ph.D. and Elissa Farrow, Ph.D.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

In project management, one of the key factors that contributes to the successful completion of a project is a well-structured and comprehensive budget plan. A project budget plan serves as a roadmap for financial control, enabling organizations to allocate resources effectively, monitor expenses, and ensure the project stays on track.

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Herding Cats

MAY 11, 2019

This blog page is dedicated to the resources used to manage the risk encountered on software-intensive systems using traditional and agile development methods. Let's start with a critical understanding of the purpose of managing risk on software development projects. Making these decisions in the presence Uncertainty ?

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Wrike

MARCH 23, 2023

By implementing project management software, financial services professionals can streamline their processes, enhance collaboration, and improve efficiency. The role of project management in financial services Project management allows financial services professionals to plan, organize, and manage resources to achieve specific goals.

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Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 7, 2024

Functions Associated with Projects A system for value delivery encompasses a range of knowledge areas associated with the project lifecycle, including initiating, planning, executing, and closing (PMBOK, 2017). Organizations can optimize project performance and outcomes by integrating these functions into a cohesive framework.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, organizations are increasingly turning to Professional Services Automation (PSA) projects to streamline their operations, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction. However, embarking on a PSA project requires careful planning, strategic alignment, and adherence to best practices.

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Project-Management.pm

MARCH 14, 2017

It also means successfully identified the stakeholders and risks and the project are already in the plan, ready for implementation. But don’t forget the essential factors of them all—controlling and monitoring. Cet article How to Develop a Strong Governance Process with These 6 Tips ?

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Agilemania

MAY 3, 2022

Team figures out the most valued work items to build first that can help them to learn customer behavior as early as possible to reduce risk. 39% said Reduce project risk . 23% reported reduced project cost . Agile professionals will be able to monitor the progress of all projects. .

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Wrike

MARCH 1, 2022

Running successful projects requires calculated planning and monitoring. Project management tools like the To-Complete Performance Index (TCPI) help project managers achieve this with as little risk as possible. TCPI forecasts a project’s possible outcome and alignment with the budget. What is TCPI?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 5, 2024

PMBOK 7 talks about the 8 project performance domains. This article reviews and explains the 10 project management Knowledge Areas from the PMBOK® Guide -- Sixth Edition. All the things you need to know and do for successful risk management, for example, are bundled under the Risk Management Knowledge Area.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

However, defining and measuring project success can be a complex task. That’s where project success metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) come into play. In this article, we will explore the importance of project success metrics and how using a KPI dashboard can help manage and track these metrics effectively.

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Teamweek

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Even when you tell yourself that “this time is going to be different,” — but project costs somehow still manage to get out of control? Only 43% of projects are “mostly or always” completed on budget. Let’s talk about project cost management. ??. What is project cost management?

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Function Point

APRIL 5, 2023

Not as detailed as a project plan which instructs how to execute a project, a brief defines what, who, where, when, and why. A well-prepared brief clarifies each person’s role, establishes a mutual understanding mitigating risks and confusion, as well as creates excitement, and unifies the teams.

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