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The 5 Phases of the Construction Process (Templates Included)

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Then we’ll explain the difference between the construction phases and the project life cycle. To help you manage your construction projects better, we’ll even add a few free templates. Construction projects are carefully planned. In some cases, however, the life cycle of construction phases can overlap.

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10 Strategies for Successful Project Execution

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We’ll hear from experts and review key takeaways that project leaders can immediately put into practice in their programs and projects. What is Project Execution? During the five process groups of the project life cycle, there are multiple objectives and outcomes for each phase. Poor change management.

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Kanban vs. Scrum: What’s the Difference?

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Scrum allows you to create flexible project plans that can be adjusted at any point without impacting your project or budget. On the other hand, tasks can be added to a kanban board at any point of the project life cycle.

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How to Write a Business Case (Template Included)

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Think of the business case as a document that is created during the project initiation phase but will be used as a reference throughout the project life cycle. For a more impactful project schedule, use a tool to make a Gantt chart , and print it out. Project Governance. Communication Plan.

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Top 10 Project Management Methodologies – An Overview

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The PMBOK provides definitions and guidelines for project planning, scheduling, executing and controlling. For example, the project management process groups describe the project life cycle while the 10 project management knowledge areas explain how to manage a project. Try ProjectManager for free!

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The Growth in Importance of Project Value

The IIL Blog

On the other hand, the term “project value” has had multiple interpretations based upon the type of project, when in the project life cycle the term is used, and who is using the term. VE and VA terms are most frequently used on government projects rather than in traditional project management applications.

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125 Project Management Buzzwords

The IIL Blog

Projects are generally a mechanism for change and may leverage innovation. Project Management A discipline that supports the effective management of projects through the project life cycle. Project Closure Report A document summarizing the project’s overall performance, outcomes, and lessons learned.