ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Then we can go through the capital budgeting techniques and the steps to a capital budgeting process. Capital budgeting is a process by which investments in large-scale projects are analyzed, evaluated and prioritized. Whatever capital budgeting decisions one makes, project management software can help track those costs.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 11, 2024

Managing resources effectively is one way to deliver your projects on time and within budget. Project managers use a technique called resource smoothing. There are many benefits to resource smoothing, which we’ll explain, and then provide the steps so you can use in your project. What is resource smoothing?

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Whether you’re managing a project in construction or manufacturing, keeping costs down is paramount. This is why in project management and business in general cost control is so important. There are also a number of cost control techniques that can help, which we’ll also outline. It’s as simple as that.

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Wrike

APRIL 11, 2022

It’s no secret that project management requires decision-making, planning , and shared understanding amongst stakeholders, but sometimes that’s easier said than done. . When it comes to reaching a consensus during a project, it can feel impossible. But what if there was a technique you could use to help solve the impossible?

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Online PM Courses

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

When we did our roundup of the 50 best Project Management Blogs in 2017 it quickly became one of our most popular posts. You folks do like reading about project management! So, here then is our list of the 52 best Project Management Blogs for 2019. Categories of Project Management Blog.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 12, 2024

When a project is planned, a set of steps are outlined to deliver a product or service. Think of resource requirements as the fuel that drives all project activities. Once one understands what resource requirements are in project management, next there is estimating what those resources will be and managing them.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 17, 2021

Parametric estimating is a top-down form of project estimation that works for time, resource and cost estimates. It uses parameters (characteristics) to create estimates based on what you already know, so in that respect it’s useful for a project manager because it’s reliable. What is parametric estimation? Definition.

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The Strategic Project Manager

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Pattern recognition today is a popular topic largely because pattern recognition techniques have leveraged advanced technology, such as Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. However, there also is very much a human side to pattern recognition, and it is applicable to developing strategies and managing projects.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 30, 2023

In this blog post, we will discuss more about what paraverbal communication is, how it works in practice and common mistakes (don’t do these!). Examples of paraverbal communication Think of the different ways you could say this sentence: The project is going to be 2 weeks late.

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LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

What are the project management skills that you really need to focus on today? I hear from project managers every week who aren’t sure what skills they should be building on. The way we do project management has evolved. That’s not to say that project management training is pointless.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 2, 2023

Resource optimization is key to delivering a successful project. Resources, of course, are anything used to execute the project, including human resources and non-human resources. Resource management techniques keep a project on schedule. Learn more Why Is Resource Optimization Important In Project Management?

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 4, 2023

In the world of project management, troubled projects can be a source of frustration, stress, and disappointment for both teams and stakeholders. These projects often fail to meet their objectives, experience delays, exceed budgets, or even result in complete failure.

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Project Risk Coach

MARCH 28, 2023

As the project management landscape becomes increasingly complex, effectively identifying, assessing, and managing risks has become critical for project managers. The PMI-RMP certification covers various domains, each with its set of tasks and enablers that project managers can leverage to manage risks effectively.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 31, 2023

Welcome to project management 101. Project management can seem like a daunting discipline, but once you get a grasp of the fundamentals and combine that with some intuition, you’ll be on your way to leading successful projects, no matter your situation. What Is a Project? What Is Project Management?

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 2, 2024

This concept is an important part of project portfolio management (PPM) and project management offices (PMOs). This can apply to a business or a project team. To organize and manage this process, businesses employ project management techniques and tools, such as project management software.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 25, 2024

The kanban tool has become commonplace in project management and its uses continue to expand. For those unsure what kanban is, we’ll first explain the kanban system and then go into kanban history from its development to its uses in manufacturing, project management and software development.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Some people seem naturally good at communication in a project setting , but even if you don’t feel confident in your ability, communication skills are definitely something you can develop and improve over time. Are you reading this blog post while you are supposed to be in a meeting? Don’t let that be you. Yes, it’s a lot to do.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 8, 2022

Resource management is one of the most important aspects of project management. That’s because projects need resources and those resources must be managed. Project resources are all the raw materials, equipment and human resources necessary to execute project tasks. What Is Resource Management?

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2022

Software development estimation is an essential part of many projects. Even before the planning stage , it’s critical to create an accurate forecast of the project’s duration, costs and more. Let’s explore how software development estimation works and its techniques and tools. Check Your Project Requirements.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 4, 2024

The Project Management principle of "Tailoring" emphasizes adapting methods and processes to suit the unique context of a project. For professional Project Managers transitioning to Professional Scrum Masters, this concept requires a nuanced understanding. Let's embark on this journey together.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Project Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) and Critical Path Method (CPM) are both useful tools when planning and controlling a project. PERT and CPM are complementary and both are important analytical techniques in project management when managing tasks. This helps when executing the project.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 14, 2022

You’ve heard it countless times; teams are projects’ most valuable resource. But a project manager has to connect each team member to that work. Resource loading is a process to keep team members fully engaged throughout the project. You can view resource loading on a daily, weekly, monthly or project basis.

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GanttPRO Project Management

APRIL 24, 2024

Effective resource management goes beyond simple task and asset distribution. It involves a deep understanding of team capabilities, project details, dependencies, and a broader impact on the entire business.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 15, 2023

Adaptation of Kaner’s diamond model of participation (source Carrie Kappel 2019) Techniques and Training for Top Scrum Facilitation Skills Scrum is a framework that thrives on communication and collaboration. Key Scrum Facilitation Techniques What are two good scrum master facilitation practices?

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LiquidPlanner

JULY 18, 2022

Today, it doesn’t matter where you are located to perform project work. In my previous blog post, Creating Personal Time Management Techniques , 2 we contemplated ancient wisdom rooted in knowing yourself and others. In the twentieth century, the means of production were fixed and immobile.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Sometimes the whole picture isn’t clear when you’re planning a project. But with a traditional project management methodology, such as waterfall, you set everything up first and then you’re stuck with it. But the waterfall methodology is only one way to manage a project. What Is Rolling Wave Planning?

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Project Bliss

AUGUST 16, 2021

Among the many productivity hacks out there, the Pomodoro Technique is one of the simplest and most effective. It’s a great time management tool for increased focus and productivity. The Pomodoro technique is one of the simplest and most effective productivity hacks. How to apply the Pomodoro Technique.

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Kiron Bondale

JANUARY 3, 2023

2022 was the first year since I started blogging when I took a hiatus of more than a couple of weeks. Here are the top five articles based on views from my personal blog site. Watching their games inspired me to write Project management lessons from the old ball game. So no wonder that Are your PMs drowning in paperwork?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 7, 2023

Project managers are often faced with the challenge of managing complex projects and ensuring that they stay on track. I’ll confess: when I started out as a project manager, this was a piece of jargon that honestly didn’t mean much at all? But what is an organizational process asset (OPA)?

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LiquidPlanner

DECEMBER 14, 2022

His technique, however, had real genius behind it. In an earlier blog , I mentioned a technique known as the 5 Whys that has a lot in common with Socrates’ approach and is worth exploring further. Using the 5 Whys in project management can be very powerful when you need to get to the bottom of an issue or a problem.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 3, 2023

Task prioritization is a powerful tool when executing a project. But project managers understand that applying task management and time management methods will both boost team morale and productivity. Let’s go into how to prioritize a team’s task list to ensure nothing crucial to the project is neglected.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

In this blog post I'll try to answer this question from different perspectives. helping the Product Owner finding techniques for effective Product Backlog management. The Scrum Master themselves learns a lot as well and is getting better at deciding when to intervene and what techniques to use when doing so. on the spot.

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Project Risk Coach

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

You’ve pulled together the key subject matter experts who can help get the project over this hurdle. And the project can carry on. I’ve been involved on many projects where seemingly simple problems turned out to be vast caverns of knotty issues, and unpicking one led to something else unravelling.

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The IIL Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

By Robert Annis As a business psychologist who started my career in project management on two continents, I find myself at the intersection of two seemingly disparate worlds. On one hand, there’s the structured and methodical realm of project management, where timelines, budgets, and deliverables reign supreme.

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Prince2

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Understandably, we believe that being certified in project management is a sure-fire way to boost your career chances, knowledge of best practice and overall skillset. Disorganised project managers either struggle or fail. Project Management could be defined by this word alone. Communication.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

November 15, 2023 All management disciplines, project management included, contain words and expressions that have meanings susceptible to change over time. VE and VA terms are most frequently used on government projects rather than in traditional project management applications. By Harold Kerzner, Ph.D.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 14, 2023

in particular by individuals transitioning from traditional project management roles or those who are contemplating a shift in their career. But building on our previous blogs, What is a Scrum Master and Giving Back: considerations for a new Scrum Master , let's delve into some questions that may aid your decision-making process.

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