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PRINCE2 and PMBOK: How They Compare

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I was interviewed by Diego Nei for the Brazilian blog, Papo GP (Talking PM – I think I’ve got that right). — Today, on our Project Management Methodologies Series, we’re going to interview Elizabeth Harrin, from the award-winning blog A Girl’s Guide to Project Management. And what are the weak points?

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Why are people leaving project management?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I gathered some project management statistics from original research (thank you, blog reader community) and learned some scary facts: it’s hard out there for project professionals. There is no career development. So why are people leaving project management? And what’s life like if you decide to quit? See the trend?

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Measuring the Project Management Maturity of Your Organization

ProjectManager.com

This requires an organization with a well-developed project management process. That’s because the project teams involved with these successful projects follow a defined and repeatable process, which mitigates risk and achieves objectives. It’s essential to keep projects successful for any organization to thrive.

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The Evolution of Project Management

The IIL Blog

When the Department of Defense (DoD) decided to expand the need for more technical projects following World War II, pressure was placed upon the aerospace and defense community to develop expertise in project management. Unfortunately, the same PMs often were quite poor at writing reports. degree in a technical discipline.

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How to Write a Business Case (Template Included)

ProjectManager.com

The following is a detailed outline to follow when developing your business case. Project Governance. Project governance refers to all the project management rules and procedures that apply to your project. For example, it defines the roles and responsibilities of the project team members and the framework for decision-making.

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What Is a Capital Improvement Plan & How to Create One

ProjectManager.com

Are there benefits to developing a capital improvement plan? This is a tool used more often by public entities such as local governments for major public expenditures. Historical data and projected local government revenues, expenditures and debt service will all be reviewed. Benefits of Developing a Capital Improvement Plan.

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Why do projects fail? (Includes examples!)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Here are some high-profile failed projects: Following an internal review, Multiplex, the Australian development company responsible for the reconstruction of the Wembley Stadium, became aware that costs for the project were escalating to the point that the company would make a loss of £750 million on the project. billion to £10.9