Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

I’ve been managing projects for over 20 years and many of my projects and programs have had periods of Red… sometimes for a long time! Or some other criteria as defined in your project management process internally, that specifies what Red means for you. Don’t be that project manager! I know what that feels like! It happens.

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JULY 17, 2024

Being able to identify them and their relationship to the project informs how to manage their expectations. There’s also a free stakeholder register template to download and use when managing stakeholders. Project management software can take a stakeholder register to the next level. What is a stakeholder register?

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AUGUST 13, 2021

There is heavy equipment, crews working in precarious situations and complicated logistics to manage. How do you meet your deadline while managing all that risk? The answer is construction risk management. It can be mind-bogglingly complex, which is you should make a detailed construction risk management plan.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Did you know that 56% of your project budget might be at risk due to poor communications? Perhaps that number (from research by PMI ) surprises you, but I’m sure you aren’t surprised by the fact that good communication management on projects leads to higher success rates. What is project communication management?

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Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

As a project manager, you constantly juggle a million tasks at once. This article will provide clear guidance on how to define and assign risk management roles and responsibilities for projects and programs. Ensuring that all of the risks are addressed can be a daunting task, particularly for larger, complex projects.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Managing real estate projects is better served with real estate project management software than struggling with Excel spreadsheets or, worse, trying to stay organized on loose sheets of paper. What Is Real Estate Project Management Software? The following is a short list of these essential tools.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 23, 2025

Internal and external factors can impact the projects scope, budget, schedule and more. Then, well show how to execute that plan to avoid scope creep, budget overruns and schedule delays. It acts as a buffer to manage risks, deal with unforeseen challenges and ensure the project remains on track despite disruptions.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Salesforce is primarily a customer relationship management (CRM) tool, not project management software. However, these tend to be lightweight tools that aren’t comprehensive project management software and they’re also expensive. Does Salesforce Have a Built-in Project Management Tool? What Is Salesforce?

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JUNE 4, 2025

The plan typically covers a multi-year timeframe and addresses areas such as digital transformation, cybersecurity, data management and systems integration. A well-structured IT strategic plan also promotes transparency and accountability, providing teams with a unified direction and reducing the risk of misaligned or redundant initiatives.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Finally, we demonstrate how upgrading to project management software adds efficiency to the process. That’s why professional services firms use project management software. ProjectManager is award-winning project and portfolio management software with multiple project planning and scheduling tools.

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APRIL 22, 2025

In project management, once a project has been approved, it starts with a project outline. A project outline serves as a roadmap, providing an understanding of what needs to be accomplished and how the work will be structured, helping to ensure alignment and effective project management. There must be preparation.

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JANUARY 15, 2025

Job tracking software is a tool or system designed to help businesses, teams or individuals monitor, manage and track the progress of tasks, projects or jobs throughout their life cycle. It helps ensure that work is completed on time, on budget and according to specified requirements. Heres a breakdown of those key features.

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Binfire

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Just like project managers prepare for unforeseen risks in their professional endeavors, wedding planners and couples must anticipate and manage potential issues that could arise before or during the big day. Here’s how you can identify, assess, and manage risks in wedding planning.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Risks will arise and threaten the successful delivery of your project. Using a risk breakdown structure (RBS) is how you prepare for the unexpected. A risk breakdown structure is great for identifying and prioritizing risks so you know which will be more or less impactful. The Four Categories of Risk in a Project.

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Project Risk Coach

JANUARY 24, 2022

Poor risk management is costly. Program managers are caught off guard by emerging risks. And these risks may turn into issues costing more time and money. We can identify risks early. We can assess and prioritize our risks, allowing us to make better use of our limited time. Program Management.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 21, 2025

Scheduling tasks to meet deadlines, assign resources and estimate costs are fundamental to the planning phase in project management. One of the most important tools for project managers to accomplish this is project timeline software. It also improves team communication. What Is Project Timeline Software?

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Plan for project risks with this risk register template for Excel. Define risk priority and the potential impact for each. Risk is going to happen, but with this free risk tracking template handy, you can prepare for it and have a response already thought out and in place. Every project has risk.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 13, 2025

Whether you’re choosing between vendors, evaluating project risks or prioritizing tasks, having a clear and structured approach can help eliminate guesswork and lead to better outcomes. It is a structured decision-making template that helps individuals or teams evaluate multiple options against a consistent set of criteria.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 28, 2025

Creating and maintaining roadmaps is essential for aligning teams, setting strategic direction and communicating priorities across departments. Whether you’re planning IT initiatives, product development or broader business objectives, having the right roadmap template can save time and ensure clarity. Why Use a Roadmap Template?

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 24, 2025

Its like risk management or risk analysis to ensure that the approved project delivers benefits worth the investment. A project proposal is a formal document that outlines a projects objectives, scope, timeline, budget and overall plan. Are you being realistic about whats possible within the set timeframe and budget?

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MARCH 21, 2022

But when you break down large chunks of the work into smaller pieces, suddenly it’s manageable. That’s basically what any project management methodology is all about. The software development life cycle (SDLC) is how it’s done in software development. What Is the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)? SDLC Phases.

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Project Risk Coach

JULY 2, 2018

Poor risk management is costly. Project managers are caught off guard by emerging risks. And these risks may turn into issues costing more time and money. We can identify risks early. We can assess and prioritize our risks, allowing us to make better use of our limited time.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Scope creep in project management is where additional requirements are added to the project, beyond what was originally agreed and these additions are not formally authorized. Scope creep is the more common term but you might hear both, especially if you are working in software development. What’s so bad about scope creep anyway?

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Project Risk Coach

MARCH 5, 2023

I've looked at many risk registers through the years, and I've had difficulty understanding the risks many times. The risk statements were vague and lacked consistency. In this article, let's explore the benefits of clear risk statements. An accurate picture of one’s risk is important for making sound decisions.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 2, 2020

If something bad is going to happen on a project, it’s likely related to time, cost or scope. Project managers are well aware of this and spend much of their time planning in order to avoid negative risk and its potential impact. In project management, project controls address the following: Project strategy.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 14, 2020

It’s a cliché to say that nothing is constant except for change, but the adage certainly applies to anyone who has ever managed a project. Teams get sick. Whatever the change, it must be managed and analyzed, then accepted or rejected. Change control is the process used to manage all these variables. Supply chains break.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 1, 2019

Sometimes leading a team, project or organization goes well. Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you crisis management techniques to help you successfully lead during a disaster. In Review – Crisis Management: How to Lead During a Crisis. These crises impact teams. Related: The Basics of Project Cost Management.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 23, 2024

When you’re a PMP, program manager or portfolio manager, you need to deliver all those multiple projects on time and within budget. This requires an organization with a well-developed project management process. This is done by using a project management maturity model. What Is Project Management Maturity?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

And project managers contribute hugely to that because we go out and look for it. We challenge leaders, we talk about risk and what might go wrong and we call people out on poor performance through project monitoring and control. What is team conflict? You could say we go looking for trouble.

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NimbleWork

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Risk management is a cornerstone of successful project management, yet it’s often treated as an afterthought rather than a strategic imperative. Effective risk mitigation goes beyond simply reacting to problems as they arise; it involves anticipating potential issues and developing strategies to address them proactively.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Enterprise environmental factors can be defined as conditions that aren’t under the immediate control of the project team. These can influence the outcome of the project, program or portfolio so they must be managed. Project management software can facilitate this process. Get started with ProjectManager today for free.

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 20, 2022

The Project Management Institute (PMI) released the PMBOK® Guide, Seventh Edition in July 2021. In this article, let's look at each principle and why each one matters with respect to managing risks. Create a Collaborative Project Team Environment 3. Optimize Risk Responses 11. Table Of Contents. Focus on Value 5.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 25, 2023

How COQ does this, especially in project management, is what we’ll define. But we’ll also discuss the cost of good quality vs. the cost of poor quality and show you how to measure COQ. Whether you’re manufacturing products or delivering a service, project management software can help you with the cost of quality.

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Project Risk Coach

MARCH 21, 2022

Or perhaps your team said they had gathered the requirements, but in reality, the team had hastily rushed through the requirement process resulting in rework, missed deadlines, and another blown budget. No requirements management plan. Poor requirements change process. How will you manage requirement changes?

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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. Learn how cost control can help you better manage construction or manufacturing projects. Cost control as a process begins with budgeting.

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JANUARY 11, 2023

” They did it with construction management. In order to control all those moving parts, construction professionals use construction management for all project delivery methods. Let’s look at what construction management is and then go into some of the key elements. What Is Construction Management?

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NimbleWork

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Effective project management is vital for executing successful campaigns and achieving business objectives. A well-managed marketing project not only enhances efficiency but also ensures that resources are utilized optimally. In this article, we’ll explore the 10 best project management tips specifically tailored for marketing teams.

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