Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Frankly it’s too hot, but it has made me realize one thing: I am no good at estimating. In fact, I’ve always known that I’m not good at estimating. The only thing I can estimate is time. In this article I’ll share estimating techniques for schedules and budgets: the kind of things we need to know to get projects done.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Accurate construction cost estimates are crucial for successful project planning and execution. Understanding the Basics of Construction Budgeting Accurate cost estimation is the cornerstone of construction budgeting. Moreover, accurate cost estimates play a crucial role in financial planning and control.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 22, 2023

At this early stage in the project, we’re mainly dealing with ballpark figures like a rough order of magnitude estimate and educated guesses based on previous similar projects, so we need to keep the plan as high level as possible and avoid going into specifics. Read next: My review of Office Timeline.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 10, 2023

Construction projects are unique in that they require architectural drawings. These construction drawings are used for new construction, remodeling and nearly every type of construction project you can imagine. In the past, these construction drawings and specifications were done with ink and paper.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 25, 2020

Anchoring occurs when a project manager adjusts an estimate closer to a number she previously heard or saw. ” Even if the project manager disbelieves the two-week estimate, she would be unlikely to stick to her two-month plan. The performance improvements will bring real benefits to the individual and the organization.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 2, 2022

In construction, there’s so much that takes place before the build begins. Then there’s the schematic design, which is a rough drawing of the project’s basic features and cost estimates. Construction is a complicated process. There are a lot of stakeholders and resources needed to deliver a construction project.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

There are two types of contingency typically used on projects: Budget contingency: Additional funding to deal with problems, realized risks relating to a specific event Schedule contingency: A buffer of extra time in case of schedule delays (not that you would ever pad your estimates?). Why is contingency important?

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WorkOtter

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Resource estimation is an integral part of project management that often gets overlooked. Here’s your guide to resource estimation in project management and other factors, such as resource costs. What Is Resource Estimation in Project Management? This can be team members, different materials, technology, and equipment.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 11, 2021

I’m not convinced that 2030 is a realistic target, though, given the project management maturity levels and willingness to adopt new tech that I see on a daily basis. Lloyd seems to feel the same. When you start thinking of it as a quality data challenge, it instantly relates the people and processes, maturity and capability.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 11, 2022

It’s a way to look at your project, whether it’s project management, construction or manufacturing, and figure out how to execute it for the best value. Also called value analysis, it reviews new or existing products during the design phase of a project and determines how certain substitutions can reduce costs while increasing product value.

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Epicflow Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

And in this publication, we discuss the role of industry, product, and technical knowledge in the work of a project manager. . By industry, we mean a certain area of business, for example, construction, pharmacy, healthcare, and so on. Do Project Managers Have to Possess Technical Knowledge? What is Industry Knowledge?

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Epicflow Blog

MAY 7, 2020

Construction is one of the industries that don’t follow emerging innovative trends too quickly and enthusiastically but anyway it doesn’t ignore many of them to improve its state. So, let’s take a look at the challenges and trends construction is facing this year, and check out if it’s ready for them. Reduced carbon footprint.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Construction of a Huawei research and development center Aircraft R&D facilities The continued development and expansion of Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory LEGOLAND® Park & Resort in Jinshan District at the cost of US$550m, due to open in 2024. Construction and operation of a new fish market, to be managed across two stages.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 29, 2021

This could be due to staffing levels or other projects being staffed instead due to higher business priority. External risks can occur due to a variety of factors, often caused by influences more outside of our immediate control. This can cause some tasks to take more time than normal due to starting and stopping multiple times.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Information technology (IT) runs most businesses. This will include an accurate estimate of decentralized IT spending and shadow IT spending, the former being the distribution of functions, control and information, while the latter is IT-related hardware and software use without the knowledge of the IT department.

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Henny Portman

JANUARY 31, 2024

At the end of each chapter, you get a technical guide with the practical implementation of AI (ChatGPT, Bard, Claude.ai). AI can help to identify or update stakeholder lists by reviewing email threads or by explaining the project and compare that with similar projects. It can construct a risk register.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 22, 2021

The project manager estimates the resource requirement and creates open positions that get fulfilled by the resource manager. People, processes, and technology, also referred to as the golden triangle, are essential for successful project implementation. Similarly, equipment, technology, and processes amplify workforce efficiency.

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Planio

MAY 8, 2023

In fact, the digital transformation market was estimated at a whopping $731.1 On average, IT projects come with more complexity and risk, and can quickly fall to pieces without proper due diligence, management, and leadership. billion in 2022 — with no signs of slowing down. And that’s no simple job.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 23, 2024

This is true across all industries, from construction to manufacturing, professional services to IT and, really any organization that is managing projects. Cost Management This process works to better estimate, budget and control costs throughout a project’s life cycle and keep expenditures within the approved budget.

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Scrum.org

MAY 15, 2023

Explain the benefits and drawbacks of different estimation techniques. Suggest how to help the Scrum team balance technical debt and new feature development. Balance technical debt and new feature development based on: [Your work item list]. Compare [tech A] and [tech B]: performance, ease, scalability.

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Wrike

JUNE 3, 2019

Construction is thriving. It’s stats like these that fuel further workforce growth, adding an average of 200,000 employees to the construction industry sector per year. Everything You Need to Know About Construction Management Projects. Construction Management Project Basics. Construction Management Project Basics.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

In the competitive construction industry, having a solid marketing strategy is essential for success. Effective marketing allows construction businesses to stand out from the competition, attract new clients, and build a strong brand presence. Suppliers: Provide the necessary materials and equipment for construction projects.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 25, 2022

Once only used in software development, now agile project management has found a foothold in marketing/advertising, construction, event planning, product development and finance-related companies. Continuous attention to technical excellence and good design enhances agility. Sprint Review. In Review: Agile Project Management.

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Henny Portman

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Planners should prefer highly experienced technology (frozen experience). To create a successful project estimate, you must get the anchor right. When you can build modules and deliver them to the site, the building isn’t constructed; it’s assembled, like Lego. This is a big mistake. Don’t assume your project is unique.

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Teamweek

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Planning a construction schedule can quickly become complex. In this article, you’ll learn how to make a construction schedule in 7 simple steps. You’ll learn: What is a construction schedule, it’s functions & types? Why do you need a construction schedule? What Is A Construction Schedule? Let’s start.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 2, 2020

Cost estimates. It is in the estimation of costs and duration of the project where controls are essential. Therefore, it’s key for making accurate estimates. Cost estimates are developed into budgets and time estimates become project schedules. In fact, it works throughout the entire life cycle of a project.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

ClickUp has better time tracking, which you can get in its Unlimited plan, while the next tier-up features task time estimates. The following review articles rank the best project management software, ClickUp alternatives and Monday alternatives. ClickUp is also good for those who don’t want to spend money.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 13, 2021

Contract lifecycle management is a strategic approach to contract management that gets greater efficiencies out of the activity by combining people, processes and technology. Remember, the contract is legally binding, so due diligence is important. Why is Contract Management Important?

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Planio

MARCH 11, 2024

Technology failure 6. Technical issues: Solutions with many moving parts that can conflict. Regularly review your long-term product roadmap to adjust your strategic direction. As a project manager, the key is to expect conflict and plan ways to use it in a constructive way that keeps the project moving forward.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

You’re estimating costs, duration and more. This is a key piece of data for creating your project plan and reviewing it throughout the course of the project. Though you create the project assumption log during an early stage of the project, it should be regularly reviewed and revised. Set date for next assumption review.

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Epicflow Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

2021 is going to be full of both online and offline events for project managers engaged in different areas of business: construction and engineering, IT, healthcare, and many others. Since many 2020 conferences have been cancelled, probably you miss networking and would like to enrich and share your occupational knowledge.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2024

Used by SpaceX for the construction of its rockets, the Idiot Index is the ratio between the total cost of a product divided by the cost of its elementary components. We outsource what is highly controllable, and take back control over what is complex, technological, experiential, and key to achieving our objectives.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Gartner estimated that AI may replace 80% of project management activities by 2030. A recent article in Harvard Business Review described “How AI Will Transform Project Management”. AI and related technologies offer the opportunity to shape-shift the profession. Testing could benefit the most AI and related technologies.

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Productivity Land

JUNE 7, 2023

nTask makes it easy for team members to share tasks and track progress, so everyone knows what needs to be done and when it’s due. Plus, it’s easy to use – even if you’re not familiar with computers or technology. Best software perfect for small team project management 1.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

I use Vizzlo ( read my review of Vizzlo here ). Document how often you will review risks, what can be dealt with by the team and what should be escalated. For example, schedule risks, technical risk, scope risk. Estimating assumptions and methods. If your company has a standard risk management process, refer to that here.

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Velociteach

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Gartner estimated that AI may replace 80% of project management activities by 2030. A recent article in the Harvard Business Review described “ How AI Will Transform Project Management.” AI and related technologies offer the opportunity to shape-shift the profession. Testing could benefit the most AI and related technologies.

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Henny Portman

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Definition DevOps: “ DevOps is an evolution of the ideas of agile software development and lean manufacturing, applied to the end-to-end value chain in IT, which allows businesses to achieve more with modern information technology due to cultural, organizational and technical changes ”. The book is built around 6 chapters.

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