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APRIL 16, 2024

In this blog, we’ll go through each step needed to create a timeline in Excel and explain the advantages and disadvantages of doing so. Repeat this process to add all the projects or tasks to the timeline. It was created using the same process we’ve just gone through. Why Should You Create a Project Timeline in Excel?

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MAY 1, 2024

Kanban is a very versatile methodology that can be used by any team that needs to manage workflows , business processes or projects. The process matches the amount of work-in-progress (WIP) to a team’s capacity, allowing more flexible planning options, faster output, clearer focus and transparency throughout the project’s lifecycle.

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MAY 7, 2023

One key tool to success is understanding how to use organizational process assets effectively. But what is an organizational process asset (OPA)? In this blog post, we’ll take a look at what organizational process assets are, why you would use them in project management and some best practices for utilizing these important tools.

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APRIL 25, 2024

The kanban board is broken down into columns that represent the different stages of a process, and the kanban cards are individual tasks that move from one column to the next as they move through the process. This created less waste and increased the efficiency of processes. When one bin is empty, the next bin refills it.

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DECEMBER 26, 2023

The program governance will account for both tangible and intangible assets of the organization by creating a set of processes, guidelines and tools used to manage a program. Describes the Process an Organization Follows for Planning, Executing and Tracking Programs Program governance is supported by structure, people and information.

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OCTOBER 3, 2023

We’ll answer that first and then explain what activities occur during post-construction and the various types of documentation that are used. But suffice to say, it’s a period when everything is handed off to the client or project owner, from the actual construction to documentation. What is post-construction?

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JULY 1, 2019

A document approval process is crucial for streamlining your operations and bring order to your creative workflow. Getting documents approved in a structured, timely fashion is one of the more understated challenges in project management. This is why developing a document approval process is crucial for every agency.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Some of these are called organizational process assets. These organizational process assets are critical to a project’s success and its operations. To make sure you understand what organizational process assets are, first, we’ll define the terms and explain their importance. What Is an Organizational Process Asset?

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JUNE 20, 2023

These construction submittals primarily involve architects and engineers who oversee that process. We’ll outline the various types of construction submittals and the process to help for your next project. The communication must be clear and the documents shared easily. We’ll define the term and explain its importance.

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AUGUST 15, 2023

Here are some steps you can take to get a handle on that process. Create a Project Scope Document and Have it Approved by Stakeholders A scope document explains the boundaries of the project. Let your stakeholders review this document and approve it before implementing it so they understand how the project will move forward.

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DECEMBER 27, 2023

But what is a schedule of values and why is it such an essential construction project management document? The schedule of values (SOV) is a construction document that’s part of the payment process when working on a project. Then we’ll link to a free schedule of values template to help you get started.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

You can make a simple Gantt chart in Excel by following the steps outlined in this blog. However, you have to manually update it and Microsoft Excel documents aren’t great for collaborating. The simple Gantt chart lives online and there is only one document that is updated that everyone can view.

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JANUARY 18, 2023

We’ll answer those questions as well as outline the process when managing construction change orders. It’s a document that defines a change in the scope of work. This is fully documented and often will add to the agreed-upon contract price, project timeline or both. Construction Change Order Management Process.

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MARCH 31, 2023

Deliverables can be both the result of the project itself, but also the results of the process of the project, such as the project plan , reports or other documents. Project Management Methodologies There are many ways to structure a project’s process, and project managers are experts in one or more of them.

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MARCH 12, 2024

To help with this process, we’ll define resource requirements and link to a free resource plan template. Write a Scope of Work The scope of work is a project document that defines all the work that’s done over the project’s life cycle. We publish weekly blogs, tutorial videos and, of course, free templates.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The strategic goals will be communicated several ways, such as documentation and meetings, but often the most effective tool is the visual strategic map. ProjectManager is award-winning project and portfolio management software that helps you create timelines and budgets for your organization’s projects and processes.

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APRIL 4, 2024

Follow this process for all your project tasks and move them along the kanban board columns as they’re completed to track the progress of your project. Task approval settings can be set, as well, to ensure the quality of the process. Here are some other key features and benefits. We’ll explore these features in the next section.

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AUGUST 16, 2023

Contractor management is a process to manage the contractors and make sure they’re doing what they need to do, when they need to do it and meeting quality standards. Contractor management is a process used in projects where some or many of the workers are employed by contract as opposed to those who are salaried employees of a company.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

I bet you have plenty of project management processes, don’t you? The bottom line is this: having processes doesn’t guarantee that your project will be any better than if you didn’t have them. But I’m a big believer in making sure everything is fit for purpose and processes are included in that. Processes are too informal. “Oh,

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MARCH 27, 2024

It’s a flexible scheduling system that can be applied to manufacturing, agile, DevOps and virtually any repeatable process. Done properly, kanban can reduce expenses, improve customer satisfaction, create more efficient processes and limit risk. Many project management software products have kanban features.

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OCTOBER 20, 2023

The construction phase plan is a critical construction project management document that helps to ensure a safe project. At the end of the blog, we’ll provide links to some related construction project management templates that can help you with your construction phase plan. What Is a Construction Phase Plan?

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OCTOBER 26, 2023

But there’s not just one test case in software development so we’ll also define the different types to give you a full understanding of this value software development process. It’s a document that outlines the steps, data, prerequisites and post-conditions needed to verify the software feature or functionality.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2023

When someone makes a request in the information technology (IT) world, whatever that might be, there’s a process involved to fulfill that request. This is called a service request and controlling that process is called service request management. It also includes the tools that are used to run this process.

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DECEMBER 18, 2022

By understanding and documenting the project requirements, you can ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, and meets the expectations of the stakeholders. The project process has flexibility baked in, which is great. Use the same terminology throughout the requirements document to avoid confusion.

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DECEMBER 21, 2022

Mapping this out with a production flow chart ensures a more seamless process. A production flow chart is used to illustrate the manufacturing process of a product. Through this mapping process, manufacturers are able to build a more efficient ordering process for their production line. What is a production flow chart?

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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

They provide you with a consistent project documentation process, which can then be archived and retrieved to inform future planning. Our free project plan template for Word helps you organize all the various project management documentation needed to prepare your project for success. This project planning template is extensive.

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APRIL 29, 2022

Project managers know the importance of having project documentation. Project documents must be accurate and constantly updated to keep current with the project. Creating and managing project documentation throughout the project life cycle is critical for project success, but where to start? What Is Project Documentation?

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023

It helps you manage every step of the process that sees your product go from concept to market. Product Requirements Document Template In order for your product to achieve its objectives and meet the quality expectations of your end-users, there are many requirements that must be met. One of those is a statement of work (SOW).

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In this blog, we’ll go through a step-by-step guide on how to create a project timeline in Excel using various methods and then, we’ll explore other project scheduling tools that can help you create a project timeline such as Gantt charts, kanban boards or project calendars.

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JANUARY 9, 2024

There are many different types of construction resources beyond labor and we’ll define them as well as the process for construction resource management. Construction resource management is the process of planning and managing resources on a construction site. What Is Construction Resource Management?

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FEBRUARY 10, 2023

These resources must be purchased by your organization, and the procurement process must be carefully planned and executed. Use our Gantt charts to map out the tasks in your production process, automate workflows with kanban boards and keep track of costs with workload charts and timesheets. What Is Procurement Management?

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OCTOBER 4, 2021

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. In brief, how does PRINCE2 work?

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JULY 26, 2023

That’s why a project initiation document (PID) is so important. To understand why, let’s define the term and compare it to other project documentation. We’ll explore its importance and how to create a project initiation document, including all its many components. What Is a Project Initiation Document (PID)?

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JANUARY 19, 2022

A workflow diagram is a type of flowchart that displays every task in a project or business process, including dependent tasks. Workflow diagrams were introduced in the manufacturing industry in the late 1880s to help with production process improvement. For example, an oval indicates the starting or ending point of a process.

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Project Risk Coach

MARCH 28, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore the PMI-RMP domains, tasks, and enablers in detail, providing you with the knowledge and tools you need to manage risks in your projects effectively. Risk reviews include activities such as reassessing previously identified risks, identifying new risks, and evaluating risk management processes.

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OCTOBER 5, 2022

That’s not a strategy, it’s a document. OK, you need the document first, as a communication tool to explain the strategy to everyone, but you know what I mean. A pretty document doesn’t change the way you run your business or help you achieve your goals. An older version of this article first appeared on the 2080 blog in 2017.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

That’s why a business requirements document is so important. To prove this point, let’s define what a business requirements document (BRD) is and what its components are. Plus, we’ll give you tips on how to write a better one before showing how project management software can make the process even more efficient.

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