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Organizational Process Assets: What does that even mean?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

One key tool to success is understanding how to use organizational process assets effectively. But what is an organizational process asset (OPA)? Outside of the world of PMI, I’m not sure that the term is widely used at all, but let’s put that aside for a moment and consider what they are and how to use them. What is not an OPA?

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The 5 Phases of the Construction Process (Templates Included)

ProjectManager.com

Construction phases have different names and require different documentation to begin with. Initiation Phase The initiation phase might be the most important of all five phases as it maps out the approval process for the project and sets everything in place to build. The last step is the construction documentation.

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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. There are other differences: the PMBOK® Guide usefully covers procurement, whereas PRINCE2 assumes you are operating in an environment constrained by a contract, because of its roots in government IT projects. In brief, how does PRINCE2 work?

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How to take over an existing project [Free checklist]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

And you’re staring at a system full of project documents and some emails that have been forwarded on. If this is all new to you, check out PMI Kickoff , a free overview of all things project management that will help get you started. 5: Review the governance structure Is there a governance structure ? First, don’t panic.

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Measuring the Project Management Maturity of Your Organization

ProjectManager.com

This requires an organization with a well-developed project management process. That’s because the project teams involved with these successful projects follow a defined and repeatable process, which mitigates risk and achieves objectives. It’s essential to keep projects successful for any organization to thrive.

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Project Risk Audits: What you need to know

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Frequent use of risk management best practice is one of the top drivers of project success , according to PMI. A risk audit is a process used to determine whether the actions to manage the risk are actually happening and if they are happening effectively. And it’s not just me saying that. What is a risk audit in project management?

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What Is Stakeholder Management: Templates, Processes, Tools

PM Basics

Stakeholder management is a set of processes and tools where you identify, understand, and engage with your stakeholders, to manage their expectations, needs and feelings. Stakeholder management refers to a series of ongoing processes where you organize, engage and improve the relationships with your project’s stakeholders.

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