Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 14, 2024

Project managers work on things that have a beginning, a middle and an end, with a defined end result. These days, many people do the role of a project manager without having the job title. So many jobs have an aspect of being able to manage projects as part of what the person is supposed to do.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 19, 2022

Successful CEOs Ram Charan and Larry Bossidy define execution in their book Executive: The Discipline of Getting Things Done : “Execution is a specific set of behaviors and techniques that companies need to master in order to have a competitive advantage. During this phase a project leader will focus on these key processes: Managing people.

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Project Risk Coach

APRIL 5, 2021

Have you left anything out of your project management plan? As I define a project management plan, I strive for clarity, brevity, and simplicity. Project Integration Management Plan Define how you will identify, define, combine, unify, and coordinate the project processes and activities.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 21, 2022

In this video, our host Jennifer Bridges PMP explains how to define the project scope and why it is important to create a scope baseline for your projects. A scope baseline is an approved version of your project scope, which is documented in a scope statement , work breakdown structure (WBS) and WBS dictionary.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 15, 2023

This information will help you manage their expectations over the life cycle of the project. Create a Project Scope Document and Have it Approved by Stakeholders A scope document explains the boundaries of the project. This involves identifying stakeholders and defining the level of power and influence they have on the project.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

First, let’s look at the different responsibilities for the roles of business analyst vs project manager on a project. Make sure both roles are defined in a roles and responsibilities document so any miscommunication and overlap in work are avoided. Similarities between business analysts and project managers.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

One critical area that often hinders productivity is the document approval workflow. Ensuring efficient document approval is not only crucial for maintaining a smooth operation but also for achieving overall business success. Creation of the document: The author drafts the content and checks its accuracy and completeness.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

The ‘formally authorized’ part is important because you can, of course, make changes to what’s in the scope statement at any point. It’s normal to make scope changes as you go. However, those changes should be fully analyzed, documented and incorporated into the project. What is change control and why is it important?

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Epicflow Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

No matter what change initiatives are, they must bring tangible results. It may seem the outcomes of effective change management are obvious – if positive transformations have happened, the process was effective. . Defining Change Management Effectiveness: Different Dimensions. Assessing performance .

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Epicflow Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Project management involves creating lots of documentation. If you look into project management standards, you will find at least a dozen of various plans, multiple types of reports, and numerous other documents. A business case is a document that helps decision-makers determine whether a project is worth the investment.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

PRINCE2 core principles The 7 core principles in PRINCE2® project management are the ‘guiding obligations’ to ensure that critical areas for success are constantly front of mind. Document lessons learned for future projects. It’s a way to ensure expectations are managed and all stakeholders are on the same page.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 1, 2022

The manager leads the group, coordinates the activities and oversees all aspects of change. That is, they prioritize the change requests and lead the impact assessment of how the change affects the project. They also lead change control board meetings. Developing a Process for the Change Control Board.

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Techno-PM

JUNE 18, 2023

Understanding the need for change management: Change management is the process of planning, implementing, and guiding individuals, teams, and organizations through a period of transition to achieve a desired future state. Stakeholders include individuals or groups who are directly or indirectly impacted by the change.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Step 2: Involve Users In Defining Requirements. If you were managing this as a project for a client, you’d expect user involvement, wouldn’t you? Define the users based on what data you want in your tool,” says Maxime. Think about the business problem you defined in Step 1 and the data you need to manage it. “Not

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Moira Alexander

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Change management, similar to project management, involves people, processes, and tools to effectively help organizations manage all the changes that occur, whether as a result of project initiatives, or other factors that might impact the business. Characteristics of Project Management.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 6, 2022

A project execution plan is a document for executing projects that helps you strategize, come up with project management processes and put the whole thing into action. Needless to add, it’s an essential project management document. A project execution plan is a document used to define how you will execute a project.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

We regularly feature project management resources to help train PMs to land jobs in the industry or develop better skills in their current role. What Does a Project Manager Do? This involves creating a project schedule, securing the resources, defining the project goals, among many other things. Resource Management.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 17, 2021

This system prevents confusion and disorganization which can sink and operation, and it all begins with a change request. What is a Change Request? Change requests act as these formal documents and are a core component of the change management process. What is the Purpose of a Change Request?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The team is still working to reduce ambiguity on the project and define the requirements, but it’s being done in a different way to an approved scope document. Scope management is a laborious task, but it is essential to the success of your project that you get it right. How to create the perfect business requirements.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 22, 2023

Create a Solid Project Plan & Project Documentation The structure of a project plan might vary from one project to another, but there are certain project documents that should be part of your project plan to help you and your team avoid project failure. They’re static documents that take a lot of time and effort to update.

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Project Management Resource Network

MARCH 29, 2019

The Change Management Plan is a roadmap to guide and manage changes needed to accomplish the project’s objectives. Additionally, it includes changes to project deliverables and key project documents being used to manage the project and its stakeholders throughout the life of the project. Login HERE.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 12, 2022

Let’s say you work in a predictive environment and you have a defined project lifecycle with key decision points. If your project is facing a gate review, then it’s highly likely you will also have a set of documents or expectations to complete in order to kick off the process and move the work on to the next stage.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

A PMO, or project management office, can be an internal department or an external group or agency that defines and maintains the standards for a company’s project management. You also get to define how to communicate with them. The first thing you do with our free template defines a timeframe for the timesheet.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 25, 2023

To better understand what a project officer is, let’s define the profession and explain what it is they do in relation to the overall project. We’ll also compare and contrast the roles of a project officer with a project manager and help you put together a job description if you’re in the market for one.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

Your project management plan is more than just a schedule of work. A project management plan is a document that sets out how you are going to do what you’re going to do. It’s a guide to how the project will be managed. Reference the business case and any prior documentation. Project definition.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Agile A flexible and dynamic approach to project management that allows for iterative updates during defined time blocks, which allows for incremental value. Agile Manifesto The fundamental document that outlines the values and principles of Agile project management. identify items such as benefits and costs).

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Project Risk Coach

MAY 21, 2018

What is a project management plan? The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) says the project management plan is “the document that describes how the project will be executed, monitored and controlled, and closed. Change Management Plan - describe the process for managing changes in the project.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

To best plan and respond to change, first, a clear definition of change management must be understood. What Is Change Management? The term change management refers to the actions, tools and models implemented to manage different types of change either at the project or organizational level.

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MPUG

JULY 18, 2022

Document key milestones and deliverables for achieving the project objectives. Develop a stakeholder management plan by analyzing their needs, interests, and potential influence on the project, so as to effectively manage expectations and engage stakeholders in project decisions. Define and develop the project scope.

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Wrike

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

This is why a poor change management process can lead to failure. Over the last 40 years, studies have shown there is a 60 to 70% failure rate for organizational change projects. In this guide, we’ll help you understand why a solid change management process is important to your unique team. Monitoring engagement .

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Planio

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Select the scope, create the deliverables, and define “good” Step 3. Define team roles and assign team members to tasks Step 5. An implementation plan is a project document that clearly outlines the steps teams need to take to create and implement their project’s deliverables. What is an implementation plan? What is its purpose?

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 12, 2018

This is normal operational procedure for any project manager. To achieve this means identifying, defining, combining, unifying and coordinating the many processes and activities within the project management process groups. It is used as a reference document as the project moves forward. Project Management Plan.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 28, 2021

The 7 core principles in PRINCE2 project management are: Continued business justification Learn from experience Defined roles and responsibilities Manage by stages Manage by exception Focus on products Tailor to suit the project environment. Document lessons learned for future projects. PRINCE2 Core Principles.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 22, 2021

THE COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT PROCESS. Communications management occurs in a well-defined and repeatable cycle. At or before kickoff, the project manager proposes a communication plan and seeks input from team members and stakeholders. Once planning is done and the project starts, the communication really begins!

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

That would be project integration management , which includes such fundamental plans as developing a project charter that is created during the initiation phase. This is the document that sets up the project and assigns the project manager. So, that includes plan scope management, which is part of the project management plan.

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MPUG

MARCH 20, 2023

To improve project execution, it is critical to have certain documents in place and steps taken in the early stages of the project. The Project Manager (PM) must understand and articulate the goals and objectives. Defining clear project goals and objectives is crucial for the success of a project. Requirement management plan.

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Techno-PM

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Projects need effective change management. Let us therefore not neglect their role in making or breaking change resulting from projects. Start by assembling a specialist team who will put together the project’s Change Management Plan. Make no mistake: projects are done by people, with people, and for people.

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