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How to Manage Project Scope Without Scope Creep (with examples)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

One of the reasons for that is scope creep – and that’s what this article is all about. Scope creep in project management is where additional requirements are added to the project, beyond what was originally agreed and these additions are not formally authorized. Scope creep is caused by lack of requirements management.

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Make an impact as a T-Shaped project manager

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Have you ever heard of a T-shaped developer? It’s a common phrase used in software development where the developer has broad experience in their role but is also profoundly skilled in one specific area. In my experience, project managers help in many differing roles in smaller companies.

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Organizational Competencies: What They Are and How to Develop Them

Rebel’s Guide to PM

We did a fair amount of off-the-shelf software deployments, and we frequently made the point that we were a healthcare company, not a software development firm. We did have a team of developers who built some in-house apps, and web front ends to databases, but we were not, at heart, a company that built software.

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Why is it a project manager’s job to fix companies?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Paul Major from Program Framework suggested that we adopt the premise that the business world is changing around us with the consumerization of IT, the rise of co-creation, and collaboration with customers and competitors. Find me in our Facebook group, Project Management Cafe , and let me know your thoughts!

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How to Create an Effective Agile Software Development Plan?

nTask

If you're new to agile software development, or simply want to improve your team's agility skills, this guide is for you. In this article, we'll outline the basics of agile planning, discuss how agile teams interact with other departments, and agile […].

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What can I do with a degree in project management?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Are you wondering whether it’s worth getting a degree in project management? This article is for you! That’s due to: an increase in the number of jobs requiring project management-oriented skills (i.e. For example, let’s say you have a job as an IT team leader or marketing manager. That’s about 2.3 Future career options.

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The Rise of DevOps: Enhancing Collaboration and Efficiency in Software Development

Productivity Land

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, businesses are under increasing pressure to deliver software solutions quickly and efficiently. Traditional software development approaches often face challenges in terms of collaboration, communication, and efficiency.