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100+ Project Management Terms: PM Terminology Explained

ProjectManager.com

Cost overrun This is the actual cost that exceeds the estimated cost in the budget, also known as a cost increase or budget overrun. Estimation In a project context, estimation is the way to make accurate budgets or timelines for a project. Learn more about how to use milestones in project scheduling.

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The Complete Glossary of 614 Project Management Terms

Workamajig

Accept: A response to a project risk where the project manager accepts the risk and takes no action to evade it, i.e. 'accepting' the risk. This is usually in case of risks that are unlikely to occur or minor enough so as to not affect the project's outcome. Budget : The sum total of all the money allocated for a project.

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Project Management Methodologies Review (Part 1)

Wrike

CON: Due to its flexibility, the Adaptive Framework may lead to project delays or increased budgets. CON: Timelines and budgets are difficult to define, and stakeholders must have the time and desire to be actively involved in the day-to-day work. You deliver a CRM with those features on time and within budget. Success, right?