PM Basics

OCTOBER 28, 2022

You need to start to control project scope right away. I’ve been managing software development projects for more than 11 years. Controlling the project scope is arguably the most challenging project management activity. What Does it Mean to Control Scope? Many tools can help you control scope creep.

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nTask

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

As you know that coming up with a brilliant and innovative idea is hard but it is still easier than actually executing that idea. And if you don’t execute that idea, then you are of no value to the company or the market. For that, you need a Project Execution Plan (PEP). In short, it puts the whole execution process into action.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Part of the process is explaining the costs for IT services to executives and aligning the investment with business objectives in order to increase value for the business. To accomplish this requires financial governance, creating and controlling an IT budget, tracking expenses and doing cost-benefit analysis of IT investments.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Then we’ll offer a few free IT incident management templates to help you control issues in your IT and how project management software can do what templates can’t. Any violation of security policies and controls is a problem, whether it steals data or disrupts systems. What Is an IT Incident? What Is IT Incident Management?

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Project Pulse Journal

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM You've just been handed the reins of a significant project, and now is the time to begin execution. The 'Executing Process Group' is a critical component of this journey, and understanding it is foundational. What is the Executing a Project? It's not just possible; it's achievable.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 31, 2023

While there are several project management roles within a project team, the project manager is usually in charge of overseeing the process of planning, executing and monitoring projects from start to finish. Execution: The project begins and the project plan is put into action. Why Is Project Management Important?

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Wrike

OCTOBER 8, 2023

By developing a comprehensive quality plan, businesses can ensure excellence in execution, improve customer satisfaction, and drive overall success. In this article, we will explore the importance of a quality plan, key elements to include, steps to develop it, and how to monitor and continually improve it.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

VPM treats project execution as a process, with principles and practices to create repeatable, scalable results. The main emphasis of the project management body of knowledge is “control”, which typically means more or better planning. Very little of the body of knowledge is devoted to execution. How flexible are they?

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 6, 2022

From the triple constraint of time, cost and scope, to every phase of the project from initiating, planning and executing to monitoring, controlling and closing, it shows you’re a qualified project manager. It’s used in software development by small teams of developers who work in short “sprints.”

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 31, 2023

ProjectManager has dozens of free project management templates for Excel and Word that IT managers need when working on web development, software development, mobile app development, network configuration and so much more. Remember, you’re not only creating a budget but a cost control mechanism.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Of course, these roles can also vary greatly depending on the types of products or projects being executed in the organization. For example, manufacturing product managers are responsible for tangible products, while software development product managers will have different teams and agile workflows to assist in the software product launch.

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PM Basics

APRIL 24, 2018

Software Development Life Cycle is on every job description for a Project Manager. Everyone wants you to know how to develop software applications. When I googled “software development life cycle definition” I found different variants. Phases in Software Development. Concept Development.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

They can be broken down further, but most risk breakdown structures divide risk into these four categories: External: Risks outside your control, such as environmental, regulatory, suppliers, competitors, etc. Management: Risks related to your planning, communication, control and so forth. An example of a software development RBS.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Others still prefer forms of agile software development where they have room to adjust their project plan. Though most often applied to agile software development or new product development, it can be used for other projects that might not move as swiftly. Rolling Wave Planning Benefits.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

You probably already know that you need a quality management plan , and that management, assurance and control are the pillars of doing it right. Put the time in the calendar or add the tasks to your plan during the project execution phase. What does it mean to “do” project quality?

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Commonly used in engineering and software development, it’s a more structured approach because progress falls in one direction, like a waterfall, from ideation to launch. It’s particularly formal in execution, where phases are almost never repeated and exist in isolation. Phases of the Waterfall Method. Benefits of Waterfall.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 9, 2023

Executing projects to meet deadlines without overspending the budget requires a project manager to understand resource availability. We’ll talk about the different types of project resources, why they’re so important to project management and how resource management software helps you manage resource availability.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 27, 2021

Get the flexibility you need to better plan your project with online Gantt charts that provide managers with more control over their scheduling by showing all the tasks on a timeline. Each task can have a detailed description to help teams execute it. The plan can be monitored and tracked as it is being executed.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This will include an accurate estimate of decentralized IT spending and shadow IT spending, the former being the distribution of functions, control and information, while the latter is IT-related hardware and software use without the knowledge of the IT department. By creating a baseline, you capture the IT budget as planned.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 2, 2023

While fixed deadlines may seem like a weapon that allows us to stay in control, they frequently underestimate the dynamic nature of complex environments and create obstacles that can damage the project’s performance. Agile encourages teams to be flexible, iterate, and adjust course based on continuous feedback.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 30, 2024

Certainly, Asana is simple to use and pleasing to the eyes, while ClickUp is similar to Asana, but with software development tools. When we’re done, you’ll be able to make an educated choice as to which is the right project management software for you. However, as project management tools, they both fall short. What Is Asana?

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 21, 2022

The software development life cycle (SDLC) is how it’s done in software development. What Is the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)? The software development life cycle (SDLC) is a process by which software is developed and deployed. SDLC Phases. Learn More! SDLC Models.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

This is called a service request and controlling that process is called service request management. Project management software can control the service request process. ProjectManager is award-winning project management software that helps you manage each step in the service request process and tracks it in real time.

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NimbleWork

APRIL 16, 2024

Project management is a multifaceted discipline that combines techniques, processes, and strategies to plan, execute, monitor, and control projects effectively. Executing: During the execution process, project managers and their teams carry out the work defined in the project plan.

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NimbleWork

MARCH 27, 2024

The Agile project management methodology encourages organizations to empower teams with clear responsibility and authority, so they can work together to autonomously develop ingenious and innovative solutions. Much of the Agile mindset requires change from traditional ways of project management.

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Inloox

APRIL 16, 2024

How to perform a SWOT analysis Once the SWOT analysis is completed: 5 key approaches for strategy development Concrete example: SWOT analysis in a software development project Conclusion 1. Control risks Develop prevention and reaction strategies for known and potential risks. What is a SWOT analysis?

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

The project manager is the bridge between upper management, stakeholders and the teams tasked with the actual execution of the project. They make sure the project plan is sound, report regularly on its progress and monitor it to ensure that its execution stays within the approved budget and schedule. > General Project Manager.

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MPUG

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

RUP was developed by Rational Corporation which was later acquired by IBM. It is an iterative software development approach which divides the project lifecycle into four phases: Inception, Elaboration, Construction, and Transition. I had to learn about RUP because our company had adopted it to implement and manage projects.

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NimbleWork

MARCH 7, 2024

Execute actionable guidelines based on a proven framework to realize these goals. Naturally, the time spent executing may be longer than expected and planned. Team empowerment, autonomy and flexibility in leadership replaces the traditional command and control leadership style, as managers no longer drive team practices.

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Leading Agile

DECEMBER 19, 2022

When the Agile Manifesto was created 21 years ago, software development, technology, and the world, in general, were different. Because of this small scope of software development, it was easy for small teams to operate with autonomy. This leads to the following: Teams can’t encapsulate software development.

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Project managers are increasingly tasked with incorporating ESG principles into project planning and execution, aligning project outcomes with broader societal goals. Agile Transformation Beyond ICT: Agile methodologies, traditionally prominent in ICT projects, will expand their footprint into diverse industries beyond software development.

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Inloox

MAY 27, 2021

A good project manager knows that some developments are out of their control. The only way to relieve that stress is to remain calm about the situation and take action to keep the situation under control. " This assumption can be especially applied to relying on project management software for support.

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Project Risk Coach

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

The order is executed ensuring the 10% discount. Consider a project sponsor who asked a project manager to deliver a project four weeks earlier than originally planned for a software development project. Identify risk/opportunity owners who will develop and execute response plans for the most significant opportunities.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 11, 2018

The Difference Between Quality Assurance and Quality Control. The difference between quality assurance and quality control is subtle but significant, although both terms are often used interchangeably to describe the quality management of the project’s product or service. The Software Industry. Principles of Quality Assurance.

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The IIL Blog

MAY 17, 2023

Salesmen wanted to maintain control of communications so that they could share in any bonuses that were forthcoming from successful projects. As such, executives did not trust the PMs to make certain decisions. The names and resumes of executives were included in responses to requests for proposals.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Get the flexibility you need to better plan your project with online Gantt charts that provide managers with more control over their scheduling by showing all the tasks on a timeline. Each task can have a detailed description to help teams execute it. The plan can be monitored and tracked as it is being executed.

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MPUG

APRIL 2, 2024

These include : Definition Planning Execution Control Closure Defining the Project In this stage, the role of a project manager is to define what the project is and what the users hope to achieve by undertaking the project. Executing the Project Build the project team. Now the work of the project begins.

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