Epicflow Blog

AUGUST 31, 2021

Reduction of project costs and at least avoiding significant cost overrun is one of the high priority tasks for a project manager. However, it usually becomes challenging due to a great number of factors: underestimation of project costs, uncontrolled changes, poor resource allocation, etc.

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Epicflow Blog

AUGUST 31, 2021

Reduction of project costs and at least avoiding significant cost overrun is one of the high priority tasks for a project manager. However, it usually becomes challenging due to a great number of factors: underestimation of project costs, uncontrolled changes, poor resource allocation, etc.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

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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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 23, 2024

In other words, you can look at an organization with strong project management maturity as one that’s managing the planning, execution and compilation of its projects well. It helps to complete projects on time, manage risk, achieve project goals, deliver more benefits and handle change with minor disruption.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 15, 2023

Project management is all about solving problems before they happen. That’s why you make a plan, schedule tasks and monitor the work to make sure you’re staying on track. But even the best planning isn’t going to avoid challenges throughout the project. Estimating Costs Accurately to Create a Project Budget Projects cost money.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 13, 2022

The project selection process, whether you’re working in project management or portfolio management, ensures you have enough resources to benefit from the investment. Once you (or the selection committee) select a project, then you’ll need project management software to make sure you actually meet the goals and objectives.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 19, 2022

No one needs to tell you that projects cost money. But how much they’ll cost is an open question. The closer you can come to an accurate forecast of project costs, the more likely you’ll deliver a successful project. Rough order of magnitude (ROM) can help you better estimate project costs.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 26, 2023

It also helps get buy-in for the project from its key stakeholders and informs the project team of what’s to come. A project initiation document is a living document that’s frequently reviewed and revised throughout the project’s life cycle. What Should Be Included in a Project Initiation Document?

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 29, 2022

Project documentation has several purposes, such as project planning, cost management or risk management. Project management software can help you organize and share information that is crucial to the success of your project. Project Closure: Project closure template, punch list.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 26, 2023

Then we’ll go a step further by offering free templates and software that can help with construction project management. Construction specifications are the products, materials and work that are defined in a construction contract between a construction owner and the construction manager hired to deliver the project.

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Teamweek

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Effective project monitoring helps keep the moving parts of a project flowing. But maintaining one eye on the broader picture is challenging for even the most experienced project managers. In this guide, you’ll learn what project monitoring is, the three key constraints, and how to monitor them effectively.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

PMI has divided the large field of project management into 10 more digestible parts, which it calls the 10 project management knowledge areas in its A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). These are the chronological phases that every project goes through. Project Cost Management.

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PM Basics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

I’ve been managing software development projects for more than 11 years. Risk management is arguably the most crucial piece in my project management approach. Therefore, I spent lots of time and effort creating a practical risk management process. You’ll get the whole risk management process below.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 2, 2020

If something bad is going to happen on a project, it’s likely related to time, cost or scope. Project managers are well aware of this and spend much of their time planning in order to avoid negative risk and its potential impact. In fact, it works throughout the entire life cycle of a project. Cost estimates.

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Binfire

DECEMBER 11, 2023

It needs accurate planning, execution, and monitoring so the result will be accurate and trusted. This is the part where project management principles come into play. Companies can improve results and reduce risks by using project management principles in online assessments.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Project managers use the five project management phases to structure projects and lead them from beginning to end. Each of these phases serve a specific purpose, and project managers must control them to ensure that the project stays on track. The project management process groups are the following.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 23, 2018

When you’re dealing with highly complex and dangerous projects like NASA, there’s always tremendous risk that needs to be tracked. On January 28, 1986, that risk became a horrible reality as space shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds after launch. The problem here is a project that isn’t following regulations.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

However, all three can use PMO templates to support project programs and portfolios. ProjectManager is project management software that’s more dynamic than static PMO templates, but if you’re not ready to upgrade, our site is rich with free project management templates for Excel and Word.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

So, those are the broad strokes, and while a project statement doesn’t need to go into great detail, there are many more key elements to it than these general statements. State the Project Information. This project timeline should show key deliverables, milestones and project stages, so that stakeholders understand the big picture.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 5, 2018

Let’s assume you’re running out of time and need to meet a certain due date. Managing risks is an important task for project managers. When you estimate probability, a risk will have a certain impact on your project. If so, there’s a risk that the client will reject your final webpages. Sustainability.

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Project Pulse Journal

MAY 8, 2024

It is an essential aspect of project management that involves defining, sequencing, estimating, and allocating resources for activities to ensure timely project completion. With a well-structured project schedule, you gain a powerful tool to monitor progress, manage resources, and meet crucial milestones efficiently.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 21, 2019

Many costs can appear over the life cycle of a project, and an accurate estimation method can be the difference between a successful plan and a failed one. Projects bring risks, and risks bring unexpected costs. Excluded costs. Independent reviews of estimates. Availability of valid data.

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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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ProjectManager.com

JULY 5, 2022

Can project management software facilitate this work? A capital improvement plan (CIP) is used by organizations to make smart budgeting decisions on which large projects or purchases to pursue. Creating a long-term, substantial capital improvement plan is aided by project management software. Review and Adoption.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 9, 2019

It’s less of a singular management style and more of a company-wide process or software solution that’s implemented from the top down. This cuts back on waste and keeps your company output balanced against overhead costs. This is called Project Workforce Management. Know certain staff members that are morning people?

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Teamweek

AUGUST 25, 2023

Why is a project baseline important? A project baseline is important for various reasons, such as: Facilitating project monitoring : If you know from the start what the expectations and requirements of the project are, it’s much simpler to monitor progress.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 24, 2023

Even if you aren’t using a formal lifecycle or specific methodology, you’ll still be planning, executing, controlling, and monitoring tasks in order to meet objectives – that’s project management. Operations management focuses on maximizing efficiency while minimizing costs. More on that later.

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Wrike

JULY 29, 2021

Project planning is all about accuracy. With about 28% of projects failing due to imprecise cost estimates, it’s clear that your project plan deserves time and attention. What is the definition of cost overrun? No contingency plan in effect, leading to unexpected costs spiraling out of control.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Projects cost money. Being able to manage and track expenses is what keeps the project within a budget. Stakeholders are not likely to consider the project a success if it costs them too much. Remember the triple constraint: cost, scope and time. Watch and learn how to manage and track your project expenses.

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nTask

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Thankfully, you do not have to work tirelessly to get your tasks done, you can depend on the products of technological transformation i.e., PMP software. PMP software free is specially designed to help PMs accomplish their tasks without any obstacles hindering their way. Evolution Of Project Management in Recent Years.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 4, 2023

This guide aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of construction budgeting, offering insights into the importance of accurate cost estimates, the key components of a budget, steps to create reliable estimates, common challenges in cost estimation, strategies for more accuracy, and the need for review and adjustment of construction budgets.

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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 IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

hours, personnel needed, and/or tasks) to ensure that a project can be completed on time and within budget. Change Control A formal process of documenting, reviewing, approving, and managing a change to a project’s scope, schedule, budget, or quality parameters. Capacity Planning To identify the number of resources (e.g.,

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Teamweek

APRIL 15, 2024

A good accountant monitors cash flow, ensures tax compliance, prevents fraud, and offers invaluable strategic advice. Bad accountants raise financial and compliance risks. Not having any accounting expertise on your team leaves you at risk of losing control of your finances. What does a business accountant do?

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Wrike

MARCH 23, 2023

In the world of enterprise financial services, project management has become a crucial part of any successful organization’s strategy. By implementing project management software, financial services professionals can streamline their processes, enhance collaboration, and improve efficiency.

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Function Point

APRIL 12, 2023

Without a strong agency project management process, even the most talented creatives suffer from poor time management, lack of project clarity and confusion, leaving agency leaders to risk missed deadlines, scope creep and refusal to pay. Two main categories make up your budget: direct and indirect costs.

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Wrike

MAY 25, 2023

Time Management : Create a project schedule, identify project milestones, and monitor progress, to have the project completed on time. Cost Management : Estimate project costs, develop a project budget, and monitor expenses, to ensure the project is completed within budget.

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