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Henry Gantt’s Biography & Role in Gantt Chart History

ProjectManager.com

It was an early attempt to merge the science of engineering processes with management. During this time he was writing articles, such as “A Bonus System of Rewarding Labor” and “A Graphical Daily Balance in Manufacture” for various trade magazines. It was pioneered by Frederick Winslow Taylor, an American mechanical engineer.

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125 Project Management Buzzwords

The IIL Blog

Bottom-up Estimating A project estimation technique that leverages tactical-level team members/subject matter experts (SMEs) to break down tasks into smaller components to create a more accurate estimate. Burndown Chart A tool in Agile project management that tracks the work completed and the work remaining to help teams manage progress.

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14 Common Project Risks (+ more)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

However, at the beginning of your project when your risk log is empty, it can be a bit of a challenge to think of all the stuff that might need to go on there. In this article we’ll look at common project risks so you can start filling up your risk log and making the right plans. Here is a list of common project cost risks.

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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Stakeholder Relations Management Practices

The IIL Blog

Every year, numerous articles are written that describe new approaches to management and leadership practices. The focus of this paper is to discuss some of the challenges facing the linkage between artificial intelligence (AI), project management, and stakeholder relations management. By Harold Kerzner, Ph.D. and Elissa Farrow, Ph.D.

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Top-Down Estimating: A Comprehensive Guide

Teamweek

Top-down estimating is a form of estimation where existing knowledge of similar projects is used in the estimation process to produce a ballpark figure for the total cost. Like other methods to estimate a new project’s cost , top-down estimation has advantages and disadvantages. Who uses top-down estimating?

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The Project Charter Lays the Foundation

Velociteach

Regardless of the format, articulating the project’s intent is invaluable and harder than expected. Developing the charter often requires negotiating with stakeholders to align their support for the project. Including the project manager early in the process is advantageous. Risk management is an ongoing process.

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What is A System for Value Delivery in Project Management

Project Pulse Journal

Project value delivery drives to fulfill its intended purpose and deliver tangible value that is aligned with the business strategy, with support from both stakeholders and business leaders. This includes organizational culture, industry dynamics, regulatory requirements, technological advancements, and market trends.