The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Activity An activity is the actual, specific task that must be performed in a project, i.e., the tactical level of work. Agile A flexible and dynamic approach to project management that allows for iterative updates during defined time blocks, which allows for incremental value. Also known as continuous process improvement.

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Project Risk Coach

AUGUST 30, 2021

Consider Sue, an event planner, who was asked to manage a project to implement a new accounting system for her organization. Sue had no accounting background or experience in implementing software. To varying degrees, every project is different from our prior projects – that's what makes them unique.

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MPUG

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

In this article, we’re addressing a common question in modern project management: Do we need risk management in agile projects? Do agile projects have risks associated with them? So, yes, of course, we need risk management in agile projects. Why is Risk Management in Agile Projects Even a Question?

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Planview

JULY 29, 2021

One of the most difficult tasks in project management is cost tracking and staying on top of project expenses. Tracking costs involves estimating budgets, establishing controls, measuring results, updating forecasts and continuous communication. Estimate Budgets. This includes all hardware, software and materials.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 9, 2021

Are you looking for a robust, scalable PPM solution that can manage the whole project life cycle and show you what’s being worked on at any one time? In this review of Sciforma, I’ll share the pros and cons of this enterprise-centric project and portfolio management tool. Run the software yourself. Agile Features.

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Binfire

AUGUST 27, 2017

The Agile project management methodology has been used by software engineers and IT professionals for the past sixteen years. The reason for this surge in popularity is quite understandable, the majority of projects benefit when managed using lean concepts promoted by Agile project management methodology.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 19, 2019

In fact, in some lean or agile organizations, over-reliance on documentation is seen as a clear impediment to innovation and collaboration. Projects fail without having a solid business case to rest on. Budget: This is an estimate of everything in your plan and what it will cost to complete the project over the scheduled time allotted.

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Binfire

APRIL 7, 2017

The Agile project management methodology has been used in the software development and IT industry for the past sixteen years, but recently it has gained wide acceptance by many number of industries and organizations. But the tide is turning and Agile is gaining wide acceptance as a valid process for many projects.

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nTask

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Agile project management is an iterative approach to delivering requirements throughout the project life cycle. Given below is a comprehensive guide for managers on how to lead their remote teams with Agile Project Management strategies for maximum productivity. . Make your team more Agile.

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MPUG

AUGUST 17, 2020

Work breakdown structure (WBS) is a key element for management planning, monitoring, and control of a project or a program scope. Regardless of the chosen life cycle (predictive, iterative, incremental, adaptive, or hybrid), WBS plays a role in almost every project. It’s also used in earned value management (EVM).

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MPUG

AUGUST 17, 2020

Work breakdown structure (WBS) is a key element for management planning, monitoring, and control of a project or a program scope. Regardless of the chosen life cycle (predictive, iterative, incremental, adaptive, or hybrid), WBS plays a role in almost every project. It’s also used in earned value management (EVM).

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PM Basics

APRIL 24, 2018

Software Development Life Cycle is on every job description for a Project Manager. Everyone wants you to know how to develop software applications. But there is a real problem here: With so many different frameworks and project management approaches, life cycles are so confusing. That is true.

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PM Basics

JUNE 5, 2018

Agile Project Management is common for Software Development and Telecommunication industries. There is no standardized agile project management approach. However, I would like to share my framework that described a possible application of Agile Project Management. What is Agile Project Management?

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Wrike

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

A rough order of magnitude estimate, also known as ROM, is an estimation of a project’s level of effort and cost to complete. ROM estimates take place early in a project life cycle and guide strategy and planning choices. Estimating a ROM is often thought of as an art.

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MPUG

APRIL 2, 2024

The PMI also notes that a project is typically different from ongoing operations or business as usual and that it requires the coordination of various resources and activities in order to achieve its objectives. From start to finish, a project usually goes through 5 phases, called the Project Life Cycle.

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iZenBridge

MAY 24, 2019

First of all we shall look at what is a Predictive Life Cycle according to the PMBOK® Guide Sixth Edition : “ Predictive Life Cycle: A form of project life cycle in which the project scope, time, and cost are determined in the early phases of the life cycle.”.

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PM Basics

APRIL 3, 2018

I firmly believe that project management approach should be universal. It should fit in with software development project. Read this article to ensure you address the most significant problems of software development project management. The differences dictate the focus of your project management approach.

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Wrike

APRIL 25, 2023

This article explains all you need to know about project charters: what they are and why you need them, essential elements every charter must contain, and different project charter templates to bring your project planning together. Try Wrike’s work plan template What is a project charter and why do you need one?

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Binfire

JANUARY 9, 2017

They use different tools and methods to plan a project and track it during project life cycle. One tool every project manager should use regardless of the methodology used to manage the project, is the Gnatt Chart. This information could be used to balance resources in a project. Well I beg to differ.

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Wrike

JUNE 24, 2021

Every successful project needs a great plan. But how can you develop a project plan that’s actionable and easy to implement? More than 28% of projects end up failing due to inaccurate estimates and poor project planning. What is project planning? Project milestones. Project deliverables.

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Productivity Land

JUNE 7, 2023

As a team project manager, whether the team is small or big, you know that managing a project can be challenging. That’s why it’s important to have the right software to help you stay organized and on track. In this post, we’ll discuss 4 software options that are perfect for small team project management.

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Binfire

MARCH 13, 2017

You catalog each member in functional areas like software, firmware, hardware and marketing. It is a great idea to get the help of other project managers who have worked with members of your team before to come up with scores for each member. Risk planning is extremely important for larger and more costly projects.

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Teamweek

MARCH 16, 2023

The first two can be found in your resource management software. Generally, projects following agile methodologies measure and track the utilization rate after every iteration. Teams using other project methods may choose to track it after every milestone. Dedicated resource management software can help.

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Proofhub

OCTOBER 24, 2019

The fundamental objective of automating a project management cycle is to achieve better results with available resources by ensuring a seamless flow of work and enabling the team members to focus on the primary goal of the project. This can be easily achieved by extensive and useful reliance on project management software.

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Workamajig

JANUARY 11, 2021

Actual dates are different from planned or estimated dates. Actual Effort: The actual effort spent to complete the activity, as opposed to the planned or estimated effort. Actual Expenditure: The actual expenditure spent to complete the activity, as opposed to the planned or estimated expenditure.

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Appfluence

MARCH 8, 2021

Learn everything you need to know about Agile Project Management: its cornerstones, pros and cons, and how to implement it. What is Agile Project Management? One of these industries is software development. This drove them to reimagine how project management should be conducted. Agile Characteristics.

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Function Point

MARCH 27, 2023

Apply a project management methodology like the Waterfall or Agile approach and always be ready to incorporate feedback after each sprint or iteration. During implementation, use software to track project progress against your schedule to ensure deadlines are met. Note that, teamwork makes the dream work.

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Function Point

MARCH 27, 2023

Apply a project management methodology like the Waterfall or Agile approach and always be ready to incorporate feedback after each sprint or iteration. During implementation, use software to track project progress against your schedule to ensure deadlines are met. Note that, teamwork makes the dream work.

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Planio

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Real-life case study: Brad gets into the details of his project by creating a project plan. He builds the plan around a 4-phase (Concept, Design, Execute, and Launch) Agile framework, while also requesting his budget and resources.

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Teamweek

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Ensures smooth communication between the project team and clients. Creates a roadmap for executing projects and meet business goals. Improves planning by providing realistic work estimates. Ensures that a project stays on schedule. Extracts learning from past projects. Reduces risks in delivering the project.

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Resource Guru

JUNE 2, 2023

High levels of collaboration, communication, and teamwork For agency projects, you’ll likely need to collaborate across multiple project teams throughout the project life cycle. So rather than a handful of specialists shaping deliverables, you’ll need multiple hands on deck to get projects across the finish line.

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Teamweek

JULY 22, 2022

As a result, it’s hard to estimate how long a task should take. Both these reasons make it hard to plan a timeline for a creative project. This means that the success of the project is grounded in its tech stack, clearly defined processes, and solid communication channels. What is Agile project management?

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Epicflow Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Activity Duration Estimates Review . is a process of detecting risks related to the time allowances for activities in particular or a project in general, with the width of estimates range indicating a respective level of risk. is the description of all activities planned for completing a project. Analogous Estimating .

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Epicflow Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Activity Duration Estimates Review . is a process of detecting risks related to the time allowances for activities in particular or a project in general, with the width of estimates range indicating a respective level of risk. is the description of all activities planned for completing a project. Analogous Estimating .

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ProProfs Project Management

MAY 6, 2021

Create Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) : The work breakdown structure breaks down the project processes into doable tasks and lets the teams estimate cost and create schedules. That is why adapting to the changing project requirements and priorities with the available resources is important.

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Wrike

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

The project charter should include the business case for the project (why it should be completed), as well as a high-level overview of the project’s scope, deliverables, and objectives. Typically, a project charter will also include: Resources required. A high-level cost estimate. Key stakeholders .

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Resource Guru

JULY 19, 2023

Not only do advertising agency workflows differ from workflows for other agency types—say recruitment or software development. Meaning you can respond to bottlenecks and project changes without over-allocating your team. An example of how individual utilization rates appear in Resource Guru’s software. But there’s a catch.

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