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How to Create a Project Initiation Document (Template Included)

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This allows the project manager to get buy-in from the project’s key stakeholders and ensure all the research has been done to move into the planning phase without any hiccups. That’s why a project initiation document (PID) is so important. What Is a Project Initiation Document (PID)?

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RFI in Construction: A Quick Guide for Contractors

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The general contractor will create project plans and schedules with Gantt charts , but subcontractors need different tools to execute their work. ProjectManager is award-winning construction project management software that has multiple project views that update in real time to foster collaboration.

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The Importance of Operational Project Management for Businesses

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No matter what the type of project is, project management software helps deliver it more efficiently. ProjectManager is award-winning project and portfolio management software that has multiple project views to implement operational projects across all departments.

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Resource Requirements in Project Management: A Quick Guide

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Resources are anything you need to complete a project including teams, equipment, raw materials and so on. Being able to know ahead of initiating the project which resources you’ll need is essential. Knowing one’s resource requirements will also help project managers to get the most out of their resources.

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Project Selection: Use These 8 Selection Methods for Better Strategic Results

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Projects need management. Much of the focus of project management is obviously on methodologies that keep your project on time and within budget. But you don’t want to initiate a loss leader. That’s where project selection comes in. The project selection process will help you run a more efficient project.

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Capital Budgeting: Definitions, Steps & Techniques

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The time value of money is about the potential rate of return on the investment as well as the reduced purchasing power over time due to inflation. Whatever capital budgeting decisions one makes, project management software can help track those costs. Execute the Project Once chosen, the project will be implemented.

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Beginners’ Guide On How To Track Project Cost

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However, if you’re new to managing projects, keeping track of the money you spend might be a huge hassle. That’s why we made this budgeting primer: How to track project cost. Whatever size project or program you’re responsible for, our guide will provide the information and assistance you need to get going.