Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Get an enthusiastic stakeholder from Finance to talk you through it. There won’t be any surprises as they’ve seen the process the whole way through. This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management Want to do a presentation to Marketing but don’t have the time? Need some help with the project budget?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 24, 2023

From examples of project activities in a business versus operational activities to strategies for balancing projects and operations simultaneously — this article will help you understand the differences and consider the similarities. Ops managers want (and seek) stability so they can manage process performance.

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Wrike

JULY 29, 2023

Budgeting is an essential skill when it comes to managing your finances effectively. One tool that can assist you in this process is a Google Sheets budget template. Benefits of Using a Budget Template Using a budget template can simplify the budgeting process and make it more efficient.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 7, 2023

For all that I support organizations migrating to enterprise project management tools, I know that many businesses, my own included, rely on Excel for a lot of data processing, stakeholder list-making and even reporting. Yes See the course This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management

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The IIL Blog

APRIL 10, 2024

Project Manager Project management is the process of managing the end-to-end delivery of a project. A project management career involves being involved in every process of a project’s life cycle till it’s executed successfully. Finance Manager The financial health of a company is one of the biggest indicators of its performance.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 14, 2022

This is a guest article by Joel “Thor” Neeb from Afterburner. Globalization, technology and improved internal processes have raised the stakes for all of us. We need to teach teams to adjust to every predicament and continuously improve their processes. A version of this article first appeared in 2017.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In this article we’ll look at how to segment costs, how to find out the cost of things, and then how to structure your budget. If you are planning a budget for a project proposal i.e. pitching to someone else for them to secure your services to deliver a piece of work, then read this article about preparing a budget for a proposal.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 18, 2024

The application process requires you to show that you have 5 GCSEs at C or above and A Levels or equivalent. Whether you want to work in hospitality or construction, healthcare or finance, most large employers have project management teams. This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management

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Project-Management.pm

OCTOBER 4, 2017

A stable and sturdy project management is one of the crucial factors to make a project process work. This article will cover the following corporate drivers and project evaluation that can be taken into account for project selection. Some project selection processes don’t apply to some organizations and also not the same as the others.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 2, 2023

But I understand that not everyone has the finances to buy templates or invest in training. BrainBOK ITTO Explorer Did you know that Enterprise Environmental Factors is an input to 27 PMBOK® processes? Check out my past archive of articles and reviews of different training courses. And training to choose from.

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The Lazy Project Manager

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The following article is the first of four in a series on ‘Project Business’ and is authored by Daniel Bévort. As such I am delighted to share these articles with you. This allows these companies to take advantage of standardized processes and KPIs, automation, and economies of scale more easily than Project Businesses.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 25, 2022

What you really mean, he would argue, is that the Marketing team, or the Finance team, is asking for something. Businesses know that they have to make changes to processes and products to stay competitive. Tools that make processes slicker and save thirty seconds off call handling times can generate big returns over a year.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations rely heavily on effective asset approval processes to ensure streamlined operations. Understanding Asset Approval Processes Asset approval processes play a vital role in ensuring that companies make informed decisions about the use, acquisition, and disposal of assets.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

Understanding and mastering the new product development process is essential for businesses to stay ahead of the curve and meet the ever-evolving needs of consumers. This article will provide a comprehensive overview of the key stages, challenges, and strategies involved in mastering the new product development process.

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MPUG

APRIL 22, 2024

Looking for a way to enhance your control over crucial aspects of your projects, empowering you to streamline processes, optimize performance, and ensure consistent success? Other industries that use SPICE include Aerospace and Defense, Finance, Telecommunication, Manufacturing, Government & Public Sector, and IT Services.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 20, 2024

I’ve witnessed in these relationships the subtle, yet profound impact language and process has on our understanding of ‘evolving’ an organisation from one form to another. To some, the formal term, ‘change management’, often carries a weight that suggests a more top-down and directive process.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 18, 2023

Here are some examples of lessons learned on my projects: We should engage Finance earlier so leasing arrangements can be made in a timely fashion. The 3-step lessons learned process The lessons learned process is easier than you might think. Process change is hard, especially when you are busy doing the actual project.

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Wrike

MAY 14, 2023

If you’re looking to improve your business processes, one of the best tools to use is a workflow diagram. Not only do these diagrams provide a clear visual representation of how a process works, but they also help to identify areas for improvement and streamline operations. These diagrams are often used to show the logic of a process.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

In this article, you’ll learn about 20 things to include in a project plan. Talk briefly about your approach to delivery, what project life cycle you are going to follow, and the project planning process. If your company has a standard risk management process, refer to that here. So what does go in the project management plan ?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Action if there is no budget plan or information: Back to the PMO or your Finance team. Further sources of help If your work so far has uncovered things that concern you, then consider investing some time in a formal healthcheck process. Pin for later reading: This article first appeared at Rebel's Guide to Project Management

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Kiron Bondale

JANUARY 9, 2023

If the processes for integrating with or updating those legacy assets can’t be improved or if the skills required to do are unavailable, that will be the constraint which defines your delivery speed. Onerous external requirements for documentation or process adherence. It will also make it difficult to do forecasting.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 10, 2023

By Lavaneesh Gautam , Professional Scrum Trainer In the previous article (Stakeholder Exploration: Part 1 of 4 Steps of the Stakeholder Engagement) , we discussed: “Stakeholder”- who are they? Stakeholder Analysis The definition we discussed in the previous article. Stakeholder Engagement” What does it mean?

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

There are workflow features that serve finance, project management, marketing, creative and design processes, IT, operations, sales, construction and HR. While both have limited free plans, Monday has twice the number of pricing tiers. Monday also has more capabilities beyond simple task tracking.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

By automating and streamlining your business processes, workflow software can help you save time, reduce errors, and improve overall productivity. By optimizing business processes, companies can save costs, increase customer satisfaction, and gain a competitive edge. Business Process Management is not a new concept.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 24, 2022

Part of the project completion process is to get in touch and tell them. The easiest way to do this is to talk to the person you’ve been dealing with in Finance and make sure they’ve got everything they need to shut down the project budget. Tip: Check the contract closure process with Procurement. Release the team.

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The Lazy Project Manager

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The following article is the part two in a series of four on ‘Project Business’ and is authored by Daniel Bévort – part one certainly seemed to draw some interest and some comment so please, like, share and comment on this one as well. The key to operational excellence is scalable and predictable business processes.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 2, 2023

This article is part 1 of the Effective Stakeholder Engagement series. For example: PMO or Finance department in a company can affect how the budget has been used, this can impact how much we can build. Stakeholder Engagement is the process of effectively communicating and engaging with stakeholders.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 6, 2022

In this article we’ll look at what is a project board, and other names they are known by, who should be there, when to schedule meetings, what to talk about, how to report to this group and lots more so you can make sure it’s working effectively and efficiently. 4 Reasons why your project board isn’t working. Your next steps.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

In this article I’ll share estimating techniques for schedules and budgets: the kind of things we need to know to get projects done. Companies have different determinations of what range ROM should cover, so your finance team or PMO might have a particular range in mind. I can walk there in 15 minutes. Why estimate? Your next steps.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

By leveraging SOP templates, project teams can streamline their processes, reduce errors, and enhance overall project outcomes. This consistency is crucial for achieving quality, accuracy, and productivity in project processes. Consistency in project documentation and processes also fosters effective collaboration between team members.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

With the right tools at your disposal, you could create a seamless process to finish all your projects before their deadlines, streamline workflow, increase employee productivity, and open new avenues for further collaboration and growth. It automates so many processes for your team that you can focus on handling the important tasks instead.

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Productivity Land

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Businesses of all sizes are turning to electronic signatures (eSignatures) to streamline document signing processes, improve efficiency, and boost customer satisfaction. Finance and accounting: Automate invoice approvals, collect payment authorizations, and sign financial documents securely.

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Herding Cats

MARCH 17, 2017

but one where Process is King since the money for or work comes from a sovereign. The notion that process and overhead are a waste is true in some sense. Too much process, too much overhead is a waste. But it's not your money so process and overhead are part of spending that money. Related articles.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 22, 2020

Get an enthusiastic stakeholder from Finance to talk you through it. There won’t be any surprises as they’ve seen the process the whole way through. Want to do a presentation to Marketing but don’t have the time? Ask your most engaged Marketing stakeholder to do it for you. Need some help with the project budget?

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

In this article, I am talking about a tool that use a lot to understand my stakeholders. For example: PMO or Finance department in a company can affect how the budget has been used, this can impact how much we can build. Understanding stakeholders is really important for product owners or managers to engage them in the right manner.

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Teamweek

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Finances are the heart of every business (and staff, of course). In this article, we’ll reveal the key steps for successfully hiring a financial controller , talk about how the role differs from a CFO, and more. Hold on — before you close this article at the thought of coughing up revenue for a new hire — this is important.

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Scrum.org

JULY 28, 2022

Research shows that Scrum teams with high autonomy are also more likely to improve their process continuously and to work more closely with stakeholders. Teams with more autonomy also feel more ownership over their process and their product. Just check some of the articles the company wrote about it (in Dutch). In a good way!

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