ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 2, 2024

GanttProject is an open-source project management software that offers a free version of the popular Gantt chart tool for scheduling and managing projects. But GanttProject isn’t a scam, though it might not be the best choice for project management software. This makes it ideal for project managers working on complex projects.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Whether managing a project or working to understand, analyze and improve the steps involved in a business process to achieve a specific goal, decisions need to be made. Once that course of action is clear, then project management software needs to be applied to schedule the tasks that will get one from where they are to where they want to be.

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Project Risk Coach

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

It's a simple question, "Who owns the risks in agile projects?" In this article, let's uncover the role of risk owners and how to perform risk management in agile projects. What is a Risk Owner? When it comes to taking ownership of risks, it allows team members to have greater control over their work.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 15, 2024

They could have come up with a more efficient name, but, more importantly, does it actually help businesses manage their projects better? Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations is software designed to manage and streamline project-based businesses. These provide a unified approach to project management.

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Project Risk Coach

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Risk identification is an integral part of project risk management. It is essential for any project manager to know what risks might affect a project and navigate them. This article will examine the five techniques for risk identification. Techniques for Risk Identification 1.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Mike Clayton defines risk as “uncertain events that can affect outcomes,” in his book, Risk Happens!: Managing Risk and Avoiding Failure in Business Projects. Risk management is the most important of your project controls. So what exactly is project risk management? It won’t.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 23, 2023

Are you looking for a way to better manage the risks associated with your projects? Risk audits are an effective tool that can help project managers and program managers identify potential issues before they become problems. What is a risk audit in project management? Who carries out the risk audit?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 23, 2024

In this article, we'll talk about what you should include in that kind of meeting: the project kick-off meeting. Project managers would call the planning phase a different part of the project lifecycle, but sponsors don't see it that way in my experience. Read next: The project documents (and templates) you need to manage your project.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Did you know that 56% of your project budget might be at risk due to poor communications? Perhaps that number (from research by PMI ) surprises you, but I’m sure you aren’t surprised by the fact that good communication management on projects leads to higher success rates. This article is a guide to project communication management.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 1, 2024

The Uncertainty Performance Domain in traditional project management focuses on mitigating risks associated with a project's various environments—technical, social, political, market, and economic.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 30, 2025

To understand the importance of a master schedule, well define the term in project management, compare it to a project schedule and explain what it needs to include to thoroughly review the project. The master schedule is a crucial tool for project managers because it helps ensure that tasks are executed in the right sequence and on time.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The essence of a standout Scrum Master lies in their ability to blend leadership with collaboration, ensuring that the team learns to self-manage and is focused on delivering exceptional value. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

I asked 570 project managers these questions (and more) to find out what life is like in 2024 for project managers leading multiple projects, to follow on from my research on the same topic in 2022. View the raw data Scroll down to interrogate the data set which is embedded at the end of this article. So no change there.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 26, 2024

In this article, I’ll share what to look for in an online training provider and how to choose the right PRINCE2® certification course for you. TL;DR: The training provider I think is the best online PRINCE2® training is Management Plaza, led by expert trainer Frank Turley. You’re looking for the best PRINCE2® course online.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 5, 2024

Given that 33% of project managers say they don’t have time to do stakeholder engagement, it’s important to find some time back – and your register is the first step. By the end of this mini-lesson, you’ll be able to create a fab stakeholder register and use it to help you manage the project successfully.

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Project Risk Coach

MARCH 5, 2023

I've looked at many risk registers through the years, and I've had difficulty understanding the risks many times. The risk statements were vague and lacked consistency. In this article, let's explore the benefits of clear risk statements. An accurate picture of one’s risk is important for making sound decisions.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 10, 2024

That is certainly the case with Microsoft PPM (project portfolio management) products. But let’s give Microsoft project portfolio management products their due. Then well review the best products Microsoft has for managing multiple projects to help users make an informed decision. They tend to be expensive and complicated.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 13, 2025

To understand why, let’s first define an S-curve graph in project management. Get your free S Curve Template Use this free S Curve Template for Excel to manage your projects better. S-curves are commonly used for performance analysis, forecasting and resource management. Learn more Why Use an S-Curve in Project Management?

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The construction process is how projects in that field are broken into more manageable parts. Lets define those construction process stages and explain how to manage them. General contractors know that to manage those phases they require project management software. What Is the Construction Process? Lets see why.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 22, 2024

Managing project stakeholders can feel like herding cats—each one has their quirks, demands, and personalities. If you’ve been in the project management game for any length of time, you know how important it is to understand who you’re dealing with and how to keep things running smoothly. And why wouldn’t they?

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Two heavyweights in the project management software division. Known as project scheduling software, project portfolio management, project planner and more, but which is the champion or is there a dark horse in the wings to steal the title? These are both widely used project management tools, but that doesnt mean theyre without issues.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

They define salience as: the degree to which managers give priority to competing stakeholder claims. Project stakeholder management and saliency Project management relies on people: you need the project team to get things done, and that team might include members of different stakeholder groups. Things that can’t wait?

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Project Risk Coach

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Unfortunately, many Project Management Offices (PMOs) become nothing more than a watchdog, one that ensures compliance to a strict set of rules. In this article, we will explore why this happens and what it takes for PMOs to become strategic enablers. Management sees it as a way to give oversight to all the programs and projects.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Project managers who want to move more into a strategic delivery role dont always have that many choices. Career paths tend to lean towards larger, more complex and more strategically important projects, or program management. Have you thought about moving into portfolio management? What does a portfolio manager do?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

I’ve been managing projects for over 20 years and many of my projects and programs have had periods of Red… sometimes for a long time! Or some other criteria as defined in your project management process internally, that specifies what Red means for you. Don’t be that project manager! Assess the level of risk. It happens.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 18, 2021

In this article we’ll look at the types of artifacts in project management, typical documents for each type. In project management, artifacts relate to documents: the project documentation you produce that defines and supports the work you are doing. For example: a project management artifact is the project closure document.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 2, 2024

It turns your work from average to outstanding, fixes problems, anticipates risks , and delivers better products and services, supporting the creation of superior solutions for customers and businesses. As a manager, you're in a good place to support their goals, even if they don't directly report to you. And it makes work more fun.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Organizations have to explore the proposal and determine if its a good fit for them in terms of risk, reward, resources and so on. A feasibility report in project management is a detailed analysis that evaluates the practicality, risks and potential success of a proposed project before committing significant resources.

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The Lazy Project Manager

AUGUST 12, 2024

It’s time to upgrade your use of artificial intelligence (AI) to manage projects if you want to keep pace with your peers. A new Capterra study of project managers worldwide* found nearly half (46%) are already using AI-enabled project management tools and expect to increase those AI investments by an average of 36% by the end of the year.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 15, 2020

When managing a project, one is required to make a lot of key decisions. Because of the high stakes, good managers don’t just make decisions based on gut instinct. They prefer to minimize risk to the best of their ability and act only when there is more certainty than uncertainty. What Is Cost Benefit Analysis?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 9, 2025

Here are some non-limiting examples: Value: The Product Owner focuses on maximizing the value of the product and reducing business risks. Risk: High-risk items are often selected earlier to clarify uncertainties and manage potential challenges. Are you maximizing value, managing risk, and working toward a shared goal?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 12, 2024

I've seen project managers and other colleagues crash and burn. Lots of senior managers. There is a reason that project management has a code of ethics. If you need to handover work to your manager , then make sure you're doing that quickly and with all the relevant details. He seemed keen and we set up a meeting.

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Scrum.org

JULY 25, 2024

The Measurement Performance Domain in traditional project management focuses on using data to assess performance and make informed decisions. Exploring this project management aspect within Scrum reveals a complex relationship between project management skills and agile practices which we only just touched upon.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 15, 2024

A succeeding Scrum Master helps the team move towards reliable delivery of quality, valuable increments while improving the overall environment’s health and fostering collaboration and self-management. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 8, 2024

This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. Risk Management: By regularly examining past actions and outcomes, teams can proactively identify potential risks and devise mitigation strategies. © 2024 wowefy.com

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 11, 2021

Where is artificial intelligence taking project management? AI has turned up in the project management trends articles over the past few years and it’s now most definitely here to stay. The impacts of artificial intelligence in project management. The applications of artificial intelligence in project management.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Table of Contents Why is stakeholder management important to project success? What is stakeholder management? Reduce and Uncover Risk 3. Easier Project Closure Why is stakeholder management important to project success? What is stakeholder management? Your stakeholders can also help you identify new risks.

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