Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

(Respondents could select several) Communication was closely followed by: Planning/scheduling (84%) Stakeholder engagement (62%) Team management (53%) Resource management (50%) and more on that below Leadership (49%) Risk management (39%) Governance came in last at only 31%. Here are my key takeaways.

2024 389

2024 PMO Government Governance 389

ProjectManager.com

MAY 19, 2022

Is your organization failing to close the gaps between strategy and project execution? Fortunately, there are strategies ( and tools! ) Let’s review strategies and tools you can use, and learn how they can help you close that gap to promote successful project execution. Ineffective corporate governance.

Executing 516

Executing Project Life Cycle Software Review Technical Review 516

Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Why are many project managers confused over risks? Why do some project managers include positive risks in risk management and others do not? Let's clarify what we mean by the term risk. Risk is a Choice Merriam-Webster defines risk as “the possibility of loss or injury: peril.” Peter Bernstein.

Risk 418

Risk Prince2 Risk Management Government 418

ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 17, 2019

IT governance ensures that IT departments are prepared for what’s next, without losing focus on what matters. What is IT Governance? At its base level, IT governance is one or multiple processes that enable the IT staff to better manage risk and operate at its most efficient to the benefit of the organization on the whole.

Government 332

Government Governance Planning 2005 332

ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 14, 2024

It can seem like a tall order to disrupt the status quo at your company, but with the implementation of smart business process improvement strategies, you’ll be able to make these changes as fluidly as possible. Management: This includes such processes as corporate governance , budget and employee oversight.

Process 418

Process Technical Review Software Review Manufacturing 418

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 23, 2023

Are you looking for a way to better manage the risks associated with your projects? Risk audits are an effective tool that can help project managers and program managers identify potential issues before they become problems. Frequent use of risk management best practice is one of the top drivers of project success , according to PMI.

Risk 475

Risk PMO Risk Management Government 475

Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 29, 2021

Risks matter. That’s the point of risk management: thinking about what might go wrong before it does, so you can put a plan together to deal with it if it does. However, at the beginning of your project when your risk log is empty, it can be a bit of a challenge to think of all the stuff that might need to go on there.

Risk 441

Risk Technical Review Risk Management Estimate 441

ProjectManager.com

JUNE 13, 2025

Making effective decisions is at the heart of every successful project or business strategy. Whether you’re choosing between vendors, evaluating project risks or prioritizing tasks, having a clear and structured approach can help eliminate guesswork and lead to better outcomes.

Underperforming Technical Team 370

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Risk Management Initiating 370

Project Risk Coach

JANUARY 11, 2021

Ask 10 different risk management experts to define emerging risks, and you will likely receive different points of view. In this article, let's define emerging risks, discuss ways to identify them, and look at different ways to manage these risks. What are Emerging Risks? Click to Tweet. I get this.

Risk Management 423

Risk Management Risk Government Governance 423

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Larger projects are likely to have higher numbers of people with power involved because they tend to attract greater corporate governance and oversight – so the top management likes to know what is going on. There’s also a risk attached to labeling everyone else as non-stakeholders. Perhaps you simply haven’t identified them yet.

Influencer 416

Influencer Government Governance 2020 416

ProjectManager.com

JULY 11, 2025

Managing uncertainty is one of the biggest challenges in any project and that’s where a solid strategy becomes essential. Experienced project managers know that no matter how well you plan, unexpected costs, delays or risks can still derail progress. What Unknown Risks Are Typically Covered by Management Reserve Funds?

Risk Management 248

Risk Management Budget 2025 Risk 248

ProjectManager.com

MAY 22, 2025

FuturePMO Date: October 30, 2025 Location: Novotel London West, London, UK Estimated Registration Fee: 495 GBP (early bird); 595 GBP (standard) Organizer: Wellingtone Target Audience: PMO leaders, portfolio managers, project governance professionals, change managers FuturePMO delivers a unique single-day format packed with insight and entertainment.

2026 322

2026 2027 2025 Healthcare 322

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 2, 2025

A PMO structure for small businesses is more likely to be a reporting and governance function in my experience, because what small businesses want is software, dashboards (or manually created reports, yikes) that show the impact of projects, value, investment, resource capacity and when new things can be started.

PMO 221

PMO Budget Government Governance 221

ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Then there are external stakeholders, who can be customers, suppliers, vendors, subcontractors, the government, the community, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). This model helps identify the most critical stakeholders to engage and tailor communication strategies based on their specific needs and priorities.

Influencer 370

Influencer Government Governance Consulting 370

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Here’s a very generic one that I drafted for a coaching course assignment that you can use as a starting point: Our vision is to provide project management expertise to enable the organisation to deliver the strategy, driving the right change, at the right time, in the right way, transforming us into an agile organisation.?

PMO 397

PMO Software Review Government Governance 397

ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

This bid proposal template can be used by construction companies, consulting firms, freelancers, suppliers and vendors, nonprofits and government agencies. This business document basically announces a project and is used across a number of different industries from construction to government projects.

Construction 370

Construction Software Review Estimate Budget 370

ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 30, 2024

They also provide project governance for project approval, monitoring and reporting. Marketing Professional Services: This encompasses a range of specialized offerings designed to help businesses develop, implement and optimize their marketing strategies. Diluted focus risks reducing the quality of work and increasing errors.

Software Review 391

Software Review Underperforming Technical Team PMO Consulting 391

ProjectManager.com

JUNE 4, 2025

As technology continues to evolve, having a clear, forward-looking strategy ensures that IT investments support long-term growth, efficiency and competitiveness. ProjectManager is award-winning project and portfolio management software that has robust Gantt charts that can turn an IT strategy plan into an actionable schedule.

Planning 300

Planning Infrastructure Underperforming Technical Team Initiating 300

ProjectManager.com

MAY 20, 2025

ProjectManager is award-winning project and portfolio management software with robust Gantt charts that create clear timelines and deadlines, define key milestones, scope and deliverables with risk and budget management features. They are more rigid and are common in government, construction and infrastructure projects.

Technical Review 335

Technical Review Software Review Construction Infrastructure 335

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 11, 2025

So, if I had an issue and risk log for my projects, then, of course, my PMO would need risks and issue logs. Emphasize the benefits By emphasizing how the PMO will enhance efficiency, reduce risks, and ultimately lead to better project outcomes, you can mitigate resistance and foster agreement from all levels of the organization.

PMO 332

PMO 2003 Governance Government 332

ProjectManager.com

APRIL 10, 2025

It helps stakeholders make informed decisions about whether to proceed with the project, based on factors such as expected benefits, risks, resource availability and alignment with business goals. They facilitate risk identification, coordinate early resource discussions and ensure stakeholder engagement.

Software Review 221

Software Review PMO Technical Review Risk Management 221

WorkOtter

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Implementing a strong governance framework involves setting up clear processes for project approval, oversight, and review. Governance should be designed to ensure that all projects align with strategic goals and that they are executed according to standardized best practices. What is Portfolio Governance?

Government 78

Government Governance Technical Review PMO 78

ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 10, 2024

They enforce project management standards, templates and best practices, ensure consistency in project execution, track performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure projects align with corporate strategy. Understand that this isn’t a full project portfolio management software.

Software Review 369

Software Review Software Technical Review Project Life Cycle 369

ProjectManager.com

APRIL 29, 2025

A project plan is a structured document that outlines the objectives, scope, timeline, resources, risks and responsibilities needed to complete a project. A project plan typically includes details such as deliverables, milestones, communication strategies and budget allocations to keep the project on track and within scope.

Planning 221

Planning Software Review Project Life Cycle Risk Management 221

ProjectManager.com

JUNE 11, 2025

In this roundup, we’ll explore a variety of project formats and project forms that support everything from planning to managing risks and forecasting budgets. It includes details such as project objectives, scope, deliverables, schedule, roles and responsibilities, resources, risk management strategies and budget estimates.

Software Review 248

Software Review Risk Management Budget Executing 248

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 12, 2022

Project governance is an important part of project management processes – even if it’s not the most exciting part of getting work done. Governance is a key part of that, and gate reviews are part of navigating through the project. Governance is a key part of that, and gate reviews are part of navigating through the project.

Prince2 481

Prince2 Government Governance PMO 481

Scrum.org

JANUARY 8, 2025

Project Management Office (PMO) A PMO is a management structure that standardises project-related governance processes and facilitates sharing resources, tools, methodologies, and techniques (Project Management Institute, 2021). people, processes, governance, culture, behaviour, financial model, etc.) Is this the right thing to do?

PMO 186

PMO 2024 2022 2021 186

ProjectManager.com

MAY 27, 2025

An IT strategy roadmap is a planning tool that outlines how an organization will evolve its technology over time, covering everything from infrastructure upgrades and software development to cybersecurity improvements and cloud migration strategies. Common risks include vendor delays, scope creep or cybersecurity threats.

Infrastructure 221

Infrastructure Risk Management Initiating Budget 221

Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Of course, any organization will apply constraints such as consistent funding and governance processes, tools, or templates. Once the business strategy is set, each product's product strategy will be defined. Once those strategies are defined, how they are realized is owned by the product teams, particularly the Product Owner.

Agile 185

Agile SCRUM Government Governance 185

ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Architects and engineers design plans, while permits are pulled from government agencies and the project ensures it complies with regulations. Create a Risk Management Plan A risk management plan identifies potential risks that could negatively impact the project and outlines strategies to mitigate them.

Construction 269

Construction Process Software Review Infrastructure 269

ProjectManager.com

MAY 2, 2025

Despite the differences in content, the template’s consistent formattypically including an executive summary, goals, methodology, budget and risk assessmentensures that decision-makers can quickly evaluate the feasibility and value of a proposed project. In IT, the emphasis might be on system architecture and technical requirements.

Construction 362

Construction Consulting Budget Logistics 362

Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 6, 2022

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. A project board provides oversight and governance for the project. What you need is adequate governance for the project. What is a project board? Call your meetings anything you like.

Government 457

Government Governance Technical Review Risk Management 457

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 17, 2020

These situations include: governance related issues (e.g. Firstly, the structural environment, i.e. the organization, participants, objectives and governance can create challenging situations. Problem-focused strategies. Problem-focused strategies are efforts to do something active to alleviate stressful circumstances.

Technical Review 507

Technical Review Government Governance 2016 507

ProjectManager.com

MAY 28, 2025

Strategic roadmap templates are especially useful during annual planning, business transformation or when launching new corporate strategies, providing a structured yet flexible format to visualize and adjust strategy execution over time.

Underperforming Technical Team 312

Underperforming Technical Team Infrastructure Initiating Executing 312

ProjectManager.com

MARCH 27, 2019

The greater the flexibility of the funding strategy, the greater the chance the team will produce a quality product and the greater the chance that they will delight their stakeholders. But greater flexibility generally requires a more skillful approach to governance and project management. The Secure Funding Process Goal.

Software Developers 358

Software Developers Software Development Software Review Software 358

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 2, 2022

Strategies and tactics. Strategies and tactics must be articulated: they are the practical translation of the company’s goals and strategic objectives. Consideration #2: Managing complex risk is all about balance. Portfolio management has a strong relationship with risk.

Technical Review 467

Technical Review Risk Management Governance Government 467

The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2024

By Rick Lemieux – Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of the DVMS Institute October 16, 2024 Cyber risk and resilience have emerged as critical considerations for individuals and organizations. The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) is a voluntary framework that helps organizations manage cybersecurity risks.

Technical Review 78

Technical Review Risk 2015 Government 78