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12 Ways to Manage Project Quality Without Drama

Rebel’s Guide to PM

The ISO 9001 definition is very similar to APM’s, as is the definition in the PMI PMBOK ®. Also, if you have internal auditors or a Quality Assurance function, or someone in the PMO who can do an informal (or formal) project review, book that in as well. Tip: Avoid scope creep!

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10 Knowledge Areas of project management (PPT & PDF included!)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

PMBOK 7 talks about the 8 project performance domains. Material on the Knowledge Areas can still be found in the PMI web guidance which members have access to, called Standards Plus. This article reviews and explains the 10 project management Knowledge Areas from the PMBOK® Guide -- Sixth Edition.

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What is ROM and how to calculate it (with example)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

A rough order of magnitude estimate is used to give you a very high level view of potential project costs. Ideally, you’d be able to provide a definitive estimate, carefully created from loads of input from subject matter experts and plenty of research on past projects and their budgets. Tip: Don’t forget to include your time!

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Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) Estimate and How to Calculate It (with example)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

A rough order of magnitude estimate is used to give you a very high level view of potential project costs. Ideally, you’d be able to provide a definitive estimate, carefully created from loads of input from subject matter experts and plenty of research on past projects and their budgets. Tip: Don’t forget to include your time!

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What Is Cost Overrun? How to Prevent It

Wrike

Project planning is all about accuracy. With about 28% of projects failing due to imprecise cost estimates, it’s clear that your project plan deserves time and attention. What is the definition of cost overrun? No contingency plan in effect, leading to unexpected costs spiraling out of control.

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What is Project Management

MPUG

What is a Project The Project Management Institutes (PMI) PMBOK defines a project is “a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service or result.” Project Management as a Profession As a Profession , it has its roots in the 1950s and 1960s when the U.S.

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Risk Management Process Explained (+resources, templates)

PM Basics

I’ve been managing software development projects for more than 11 years. Risk management is arguably the most crucial piece in my project management approach. That’s why in simple terms, Risk Management is your effort in identifying and tackling project risks. It gave me inspiration, so credit where it’s due to the PMI.