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How to write a terms of reference with template & examples

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Why use a Terms of Reference document? A Terms of Reference document is a really versatile document. I find a ToR is helpful when there’s a technical stream of work being led by someone, and then other strands being picked up by other people. What is a Terms of Reference document? I’m glad you asked.

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Terms of Reference [Free Template]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

This month’s free project management template is a Terms of Reference document. This is helpful when there’s a technical stream of work being led by someone, and then other strands being picked up by other people. What’s included in a Terms of Reference. What goes into a Terms of Reference document?

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What Is a Technical Project Manager? (Job Description Included)

ProjectManager.com

There are many different project managers, but today we’re interested in focusing on just one, the technical project manager. Are you interested in becoming a technical project manager or are you in the market to hire one? What Is a Technical Project Manager? What Is a Technical Project Manager? Learn more.

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How to Budget For Your Company’s Technical Debt

Zen Project Management

Guest post by Dr. Mik Kersten While “technical debt” is a term that’s frequently used by technologists, the implication and understanding of it tends to be opaque to the business until it’s too late - just look at how Nokia lost the mobile market that it helped create. What’s technical debt?

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BrainBOK Review: PMP and CAPM Training [2023]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Category: Training for students preparing for Project Management Professional ( PMP )® and Certified Associates in Project Management ( CAPM )®: BrainBOK review. I’ve reviewed the product in depth so I can confidently recommend it. He kindly gave me access to the product for a short while so that I could review it for you.

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The Importance of Operational Project Management for Businesses

ProjectManager.com

However, because they’re concerned with streamlining department workflows, implementing new technology or processes or even updating the company’s offerings, customers will eventually see the benefits of these improvements. Therefore, these are internal projects that aren’t designed to directly impact an audience or customer base.

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Technical Debt: What Is It & How Do I Avoid It?

ProjectManager.com

This is often due to the various forces at play that impact decision-making, like those related to the project budget, schedule or resources. There’s a term to explain this idea: technical debt. What Is Technical Debt? Just like a monetary debt, if a technical debt is not paid back, then it can accumulate interest.