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PRINCE2: The Project Management Method Explained

Rebel’s Guide to PM

The History of PRINCE2® PRINCE2® is part of the best practice guidance that came out of the UK Office of Government Commerce. A British government agency, the Central Computer and Telecommunications Agency, licensed it for use in government IT projects back in 1979. It was renamed PRINCE. Directing gets a process of its own.

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PRINCE2 and PMBOK: How They Compare

Rebel’s Guide to PM

First came PRINCE in 1989 as the UK government standard for IT project management. In PRINCE2 you start with pre-project, then the initiation stage, then the subsequent delivery stages (you might want several if the project is long) then the final delivery stage which includes closing a project. There are also seven values.

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Project Boards and Project Steering Groups: An Introduction

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Strong leadership in projects is important for success, so getting your project board and/or project steering group set up as soon as you can is a good start. Here’s an introduction to these important groups as part of the governance framework so you can get yours set up and working on your project. What is a project board?

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Construction Superintendent Job Description, Responsibilities and Salary

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In doing this, construction superintendents will work closely with the engineers and subcontractors on the job to figure out what the project needs and oversee the performance of the construction crew. The construction superintendent will also stay in close communication with external partners.

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What Is a PMO Director? Role, Responsibilities & Salary

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They lead the strategic planning and project governance for the organization and define the project management methodologies that are used to manage those projects. This includes any training that’s required. They’re responsible for making sure that the related projects are completed on time and within budget.

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How to Build and Implement a Project Strategy

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Some examples of operational projects are routine maintenance, training programs and upgrades to the IT infrastructure. The creation process for an organization’s project strategy is in the hands of leadership and management. Who’s Responsible for Creating the Organization’s Project Strategy?

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Discovering the Diverse Sources Behind Innovation

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Executives & Senior Leadership In many organisations executives and senior leadership serve as catalysts for creativity. Under Nadella’s leadership, Microsoft invested heavily in cloud computing and AI, areas that were rapidly evolving but not yet fully capitalized upon.