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Terms of Reference [Free Template]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

This month’s free project management template is a Terms of Reference document. This is a really versatile document. It’s almost a cut-down version of the Project Initiation Document or Project Charter , as it relates to a particular set of individuals and tasks. What’s included in a Terms of Reference.

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Project Documentation: 10 Essential Project Documents

ProjectManager.com

Project managers know the importance of having project documentation. Project documents must be accurate and constantly updated to keep current with the project. Creating and managing project documentation throughout the project life cycle is critical for project success, but where to start? What Is Project Documentation?

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How to write a terms of reference with template & examples

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Why use a Terms of Reference document? A Terms of Reference document is a really versatile document. What is a Terms of Reference document? A Terms of Reference is a short document that sets out the scope, boundaries, resources, objectives and constraints for a particular activity.

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What Is Project Risk? 7 Project Risks to Track

ProjectManager.com

Controlling risk is one of the most important areas of project management. Project managers need to know how to identify, track and mitigate project risk. Let’s learn what is project risk, some common examples and how can you manage it. What Is Project Risk? Get started for free today.

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Incremental Delivery controls risk

Scrum.org

According to the 2020 Scrum Guide , “Scrum employs an iterative, incremental approach to optimize predictability and to control risk.” The Scrum guide calls out predictability and controlling risk as the two main benefits. In this article, I want to focus on incremental delivery’s impact on risk.

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How to Create a Project Initiation Document (Template Included)

ProjectManager.com

That’s why a project initiation document (PID) is so important. To understand why, let’s define the term and compare it to other project documentation. We’ll explore its importance and how to create a project initiation document, including all its many components. What Is a Project Initiation Document (PID)?

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How to Write a Product Requirements Document (PRD)

ProjectManager.com

That’s why a project requirements document (PRD) is so important. But what exactly is a product requirements document and what needs to be included in one for it to be effective? What Is a Product Requirements Document (PRD)? A product requirements document (PRD) is a detailed outline of all product requirements.