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Having the ability to allocate resources more effectively to every project and respond rapidly to changes in workload are key to maximizing employee utilization and increasing your billable hours without increasing headcount. MORE
Failure is an unavoidable part of any project process: it’s the degree of failure that makes the difference. But a systemic collapse will derail the whole project. Project managers can learn as much, if not more, from failed projects as they can from successful ones. MORE
is controlled by the people who run it “ This is certainly an appropriate meaning of the phrase when applied to corporate governance, but is not the most empowering vision for how projects need to be governed. Tagged: governance , project decision making , Project performance. MORE
The projects your company works on will need to need to be properly structured and managed properly in order to avoid disastrous situations. In a recent study, nearly 37 percent of the business owners polled claimed that the lack of clearly defined goals led to project failure. MORE
Although it isn’t possible to provide one single definition of what a good project manager looks like, certain traits, skills and attributes seem to be advantageous for a person who is to lead a project. She knows that she cannot manage a project from behind her desk. MORE
Our latest blog series will cover the topic of benchmarking in project management. This method is used in project management to improve the organization’s project management methods and processes, or to compare internal projects to each other to identify what the most successful projects have in common (keyword “ lessons learned ”). The first step is to identify the differences between the organizations and projects. Project schedule performance. MORE
It’s also something mentioned in the standards for professional project management bodies. Apparently, business acumen is something that project managers should have. I believe that my success at working with senior stakeholders and on difficult projects is to do with business acumen. MORE
Some organizations lack clarity about who approves the project change requests. On one project, the sponsor tells the project manager to make the decisions. On other projects, the sponsor makes the decisions. So, who should approve project change requests? MORE
With project management field reaching new heights each day, it has become imperative that one must possess a distinct set of essential project management skills to achieve project success. One of the most essential project management skills has to be communication. MORE
In an increasingly competitive business environment, more organizations are turning to project portfolio management (PPM) to meet strategic goals and objectives. Project Portfolio Management and Business Strategy. There is a circular link between strategy and project portfolios. MORE
Perhaps your subject matter expert has resigned or project costs have increased, whatever happens you need to be able to. "Nothing travels faster than light, with the possible exception of bad news, which follows its own rules" - Douglas Adams. MORE
we focus on Value and don't need to worry about Cost. Here are the moving parts of any project that intends to make money from the cost invested to produce a product or service. Software Project Cost Estimation . Overlooking key project risks. MORE
Today, the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan ordered an enquiry into the escalating costs of the former Olympic stadium site. However the escalating costs have raised more than a few eye brows. additional costs for the seating problem. How good is project sponsorship in your company? MORE
Deltek is the latest member of the Arras People Software Directory , in this article they give a brief overview of how projects can be controlled and how software can help with this. But what are the right project controls and is there a single method to the implementation madness? MORE
Project profitability can be won or lost at the execution level. Here are five critical control points that project managers should have front-of-mind when looking for ways to improve on project delivery and, ultimately, their companies’ fiscal health. MORE
But following structured project management methods can help companies reduce delays, stay on budget, and deliver quality products. To learn more about the challenges facing manufacturers today, download the free 2017 State of Project Management in Manufacturing report here. MORE
IT portfolio management emphasises a strategic focus on goals such as revenue growth, cost reduction, regulatory mandate and business continuity rather than just typical operational objectives such as project cost, timescales and deliverables. MORE
Sales professionals and project managers are professionally worlds apart. However, who could’ve thought that people in sales have the potential to actually turn into a really successful project manager? Carmichael Jordan, Project Manager. Project Management MORE
In an increasingly competitive business environment, more organizations are turning to project portfolio management (PPM) to meet strategic goals and objectives. Project Portfolio Management and Business Strategy. There is a circular link between strategy and project portfolios. MORE
Though it’s often true, that saying doesn’t apply to your project. When you plan your project, you’re operating on a set of assumptions. But maybe the idea of dealing with assumptions in project management is a bit confusing. What are Project Assumptions? MORE
The job title of “project manager” is pretty common these days. But project manager roles and responsibilities can be pretty vague if you’re not already familiar with them. When I took my first job as a project manager, my mother asked what I do. MORE
How best to monitor and report on the performance of your projects and predict their future performance? PMBoK & PMP PMI Talent Triangle: Technical Project Management Project Cost Management Project Management Tools and Techniques Project Schedule Management cost management Earned Value MORE
Does remote project management work? Will remote project management work for your organization if you have a top-notch virtual project teams? There are advantages to establishing virtual project teams for remote project management. Some may include the following: Lower project costs due to technology advancements that bridge distance. Improved work/life balance for project team members. The answer, in general, is yes, it can. MORE
One of the biggest challenges of every project manager is project constraints. They limit a project, and they can quickly endanger your project’s success. Classic Project Management Constraints. Cost: How much money is available to achieve this outcome? MORE
In fact, just 77% of professional services projects are delivered on time. And as deadlines slip, so invariably costs mount, eating away at your profit. So far, so good. MORE
Lately on the blog I’ve been exploring the ten skills that employers want from project managers. Effective leadership is one of the key skill that employers expect from project managers. While managing the project (costs, risks, issues, scope etc.) MORE
The Project Plan Checklist Have you left anything out of your project plan? Check out this project plan checklist to help you identify the baselines and plans that will be most helpful to each of your projects. I like to keep my project plans as simple as possible. MORE
Before undertaking any development project, the most important decision to make is how to approach the project as a team. Although technically considered software development, “waterfall” and “agile” are often applied in project management. . MORE
If this is true, why is it that some project managers put so little time in developing a project management plan? One of the reasons is that project managers may not know what to include. Every project is different. Project Baselines. MORE
Project planning is one of the foundational pillars that supports the practice of project management. In Review – Project Planning for Beginners. Project planning is very important in any project, Jennifer said. Project Planning Basics. MORE
Project management is riddled with complications. It is imperative to keep track of performance metrics throughout the entirety of a project's lifecycle. Keeping track of key performance indicators allows a more accurate understanding of project status, success, and profitability. MORE
It’s also something mentioned in the standards for professional project management bodies. Apparently, business acumen is something that project managers should have. I believe that my success at working with senior stakeholders and on difficult projects is to do with business acumen. MORE
Not briefing their project managers effectively enough. Project managers regularly tell me this is so and the stories they tell supports this. Take this comment from a recent project management course about a case study briefing. These are words I have heard quite a number of times and he was referring to a case study which we use throughout the project management programme. For a 9 months project costing just over £100,000). MORE
Project Cost Management often puts people off. But there’s little your project sponsor, your client, or their Finance Director care about more than your budget and how closely you can stick to it. Project cost over-runs are common. Project Cost Management. MORE
Project Outline Template A Project Outline document is used to pitch an idea for a project, usually to its sponsors and main stakeholders. Project Cost: Explain what the project will need in order to successfully deliver on time, on budget and in high quality. MORE
Most projects dip into outside resources to achieve their objectives. The practice of vendor management enlists vendors—or businesses and individuals who provide essential goods and services—to help execute their project. Remember, vendors are but one arm of your project. MORE
The right project management tools can help managers become more organized while also reducing the costs involved with carrying out the project. Online tools can help make project cost management more affordable than it has ever been before. Zoho Projects. MORE
I sometimes hear of project management and project managers being challenged in much the same way … ‘what has project management done for us (the organisation)?’ One is to consider what would business life be like without project management in place. MORE
Keep Your Projects Financially Fit. How do projects fall below budget?” Let’s look for ways to monitor and control our cost more intentionally. 4 Ways to Control Cost and Keep Your Projects Financially Fit. Make Your Cost Visible. MORE
Learn about the difference between direct costs and indirect costs in project management with detailed examples and explanation. PMP Study Notes Project Cost Estimates MORE
Lately on the blog I’ve been exploring the ten skills that employers want from project managers. Effective leadership is one of the key skill that employers expect from project managers. While managing the project (costs, risks, issues, scope etc.) MORE
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Online PM Courses
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
Project Cost Management often puts people off. But there’s little your project sponsor, your client, or their Finance Director care about more than your budget and how closely you can stick to it. Project cost over-runs are common. Project Cost Management.
Online PM Courses
FEBRUARY 24, 2019
How best to monitor and report on the performance of your projects and predict their future performance? PMBoK & PMP PMI Talent Triangle: Technical Project Management Project Cost Management Project Management Tools and Techniques Project Schedule Management cost management Earned Value
Project Risk Coach
JANUARY 30, 2017
Keep Your Projects Financially Fit. How do projects fall below budget?” Let’s look for ways to monitor and control our cost more intentionally. 4 Ways to Control Cost and Keep Your Projects Financially Fit. Make Your Cost Visible.
Deep Fried Brain
AUGUST 18, 2017
Learn about the difference between direct costs and indirect costs in project management with detailed examples and explanation. PMP Study Notes Project Cost Estimates
Ron Rosenhead
NOVEMBER 2, 2016
Today, the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan ordered an enquiry into the escalating costs of the former Olympic stadium site. However the escalating costs have raised more than a few eye brows. additional costs for the seating problem. How good is project sponsorship in your company?
Moira Alexander
DECEMBER 10, 2015
Does remote project management work? Will remote project management work for your organization if you have a top-notch virtual project teams? There are advantages to establishing virtual project teams for remote project management. Some may include the following: Lower project costs due to technology advancements that bridge distance. Improved work/life balance for project team members. The answer, in general, is yes, it can.
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ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
Most projects dip into outside resources to achieve their objectives. The practice of vendor management enlists vendors—or businesses and individuals who provide essential goods and services—to help execute their project. Remember, vendors are but one arm of your project.
Susanne Madsen - Developing Project Leaders
JUNE 18, 2018
Although it isn’t possible to provide one single definition of what a good project manager looks like, certain traits, skills and attributes seem to be advantageous for a person who is to lead a project. She knows that she cannot manage a project from behind her desk.
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 5, 2018
Project planning is one of the foundational pillars that supports the practice of project management. In Review – Project Planning for Beginners. Project planning is very important in any project, Jennifer said. Project Planning Basics.
ProjectManager.com
OCTOBER 23, 2018
Failure is an unavoidable part of any project process: it’s the degree of failure that makes the difference. But a systemic collapse will derail the whole project. Project managers can learn as much, if not more, from failed projects as they can from successful ones.
Fix my Project Chaos
JANUARY 12, 2017
Lately on the blog I’ve been exploring the ten skills that employers want from project managers. Effective leadership is one of the key skill that employers expect from project managers. While managing the project (costs, risks, issues, scope etc.)
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Teamweek
DECEMBER 20, 2018
The right project management tools can help managers become more organized while also reducing the costs involved with carrying out the project. Online tools can help make project cost management more affordable than it has ever been before. Zoho Projects.
Keyedin
MARCH 8, 2019
Having the ability to allocate resources more effectively to every project and respond rapidly to changes in workload are key to maximizing employee utilization and increasing your billable hours without increasing headcount.
Taskque
JULY 17, 2018
Sales professionals and project managers are professionally worlds apart. However, who could’ve thought that people in sales have the potential to actually turn into a really successful project manager? Carmichael Jordan, Project Manager. Project Management
Fix my Project Chaos
JANUARY 12, 2017
Lately on the blog I’ve been exploring the ten skills that employers want from project managers. Effective leadership is one of the key skill that employers expect from project managers. While managing the project (costs, risks, issues, scope etc.)
ProjectManager.com
JULY 5, 2018
One of the biggest challenges of every project manager is project constraints. They limit a project, and they can quickly endanger your project’s success. Classic Project Management Constraints. Cost: How much money is available to achieve this outcome?
Keyedin
MARCH 8, 2019
In fact, just 77% of professional services projects are delivered on time. And as deadlines slip, so invariably costs mount, eating away at your profit. So far, so good.
Ron Rosenhead
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Not briefing their project managers effectively enough. Project managers regularly tell me this is so and the stories they tell supports this. Take this comment from a recent project management course about a case study briefing. These are words I have heard quite a number of times and he was referring to a case study which we use throughout the project management programme. For a 9 months project costing just over £100,000).
Project Risk Coach
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Some organizations lack clarity about who approves the project change requests. On one project, the sponsor tells the project manager to make the decisions. On other projects, the sponsor makes the decisions. So, who should approve project change requests?
Project Risk Coach
OCTOBER 17, 2016
The Project Plan Checklist Have you left anything out of your project plan? Check out this project plan checklist to help you identify the baselines and plans that will be most helpful to each of your projects. I like to keep my project plans as simple as possible.
Project Risk Coach
MAY 21, 2018
If this is true, why is it that some project managers put so little time in developing a project management plan? One of the reasons is that project managers may not know what to include. Every project is different. Project Baselines.
Kiron Bondale
FEBRUARY 26, 2017
is controlled by the people who run it “ This is certainly an appropriate meaning of the phrase when applied to corporate governance, but is not the most empowering vision for how projects need to be governed. Tagged: governance , project decision making , Project performance.
nTask Blog
MARCH 14, 2019
With project management field reaching new heights each day, it has become imperative that one must possess a distinct set of essential project management skills to achieve project success. One of the most essential project management skills has to be communication.
Arras People
OCTOBER 3, 2017
Deltek is the latest member of the Arras People Software Directory , in this article they give a brief overview of how projects can be controlled and how software can help with this. But what are the right project controls and is there a single method to the implementation madness?
The Lazy Project Manager
NOVEMBER 20, 2015
I sometimes hear of project management and project managers being challenged in much the same way … ‘what has project management done for us (the organisation)?’ One is to consider what would business life be like without project management in place.
Herding Cats
NOVEMBER 21, 2018
we focus on Value and don't need to worry about Cost. Here are the moving parts of any project that intends to make money from the cost invested to produce a product or service. Software Project Cost Estimation . Overlooking key project risks.
Girl's Guide to PM
OCTOBER 3, 2016
It’s also something mentioned in the standards for professional project management bodies. Apparently, business acumen is something that project managers should have. I believe that my success at working with senior stakeholders and on difficult projects is to do with business acumen.
Inloox
AUGUST 14, 2017
Our latest blog series will cover the topic of benchmarking in project management. This method is used in project management to improve the organization’s project management methods and processes, or to compare internal projects to each other to identify what the most successful projects have in common (keyword “ lessons learned ”). The first step is to identify the differences between the organizations and projects. Project schedule performance.
Keyedin
MARCH 8, 2019
Project profitability can be won or lost at the execution level. Here are five critical control points that project managers should have front-of-mind when looking for ways to improve on project delivery and, ultimately, their companies’ fiscal health.
Keyedin
MARCH 8, 2019
IT portfolio management emphasises a strategic focus on goals such as revenue growth, cost reduction, regulatory mandate and business continuity rather than just typical operational objectives such as project cost, timescales and deliverables.
MavenLink
SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
Project management is riddled with complications. It is imperative to keep track of performance metrics throughout the entirety of a project's lifecycle. Keeping track of key performance indicators allows a more accurate understanding of project status, success, and profitability.
Techno-PM
JULY 3, 2018
Project Outline Template A Project Outline document is used to pitch an idea for a project, usually to its sponsors and main stakeholders. Project Cost: Explain what the project will need in order to successfully deliver on time, on budget and in high quality.
TrustRadius Project Management
FEBRUARY 21, 2019
Before undertaking any development project, the most important decision to make is how to approach the project as a team. Although technically considered software development, “waterfall” and “agile” are often applied in project management. .
Inloox
AUGUST 1, 2018
The projects your company works on will need to need to be properly structured and managed properly in order to avoid disastrous situations. In a recent study, nearly 37 percent of the business owners polled claimed that the lack of clearly defined goals led to project failure.
Girl's Guide to PM
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
It’s also something mentioned in the standards for professional project management bodies. Apparently, business acumen is something that project managers should have. I believe that my success at working with senior stakeholders and on difficult projects is to do with business acumen.
Project Bliss
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
Though it’s often true, that saying doesn’t apply to your project. When you plan your project, you’re operating on a set of assumptions. But maybe the idea of dealing with assumptions in project management is a bit confusing. What are Project Assumptions?
Project Bliss
MARCH 27, 2017
The job title of “project manager” is pretty common these days. But project manager roles and responsibilities can be pretty vague if you’re not already familiar with them. When I took my first job as a project manager, my mother asked what I do.
LiquidPlanner
MAY 11, 2017
But following structured project management methods can help companies reduce delays, stay on budget, and deliver quality products. To learn more about the challenges facing manufacturers today, download the free 2017 State of Project Management in Manufacturing report here.
Arras People
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
In an increasingly competitive business environment, more organizations are turning to project portfolio management (PPM) to meet strategic goals and objectives. Project Portfolio Management and Business Strategy. There is a circular link between strategy and project portfolios.
Arras People
SEPTEMBER 4, 2017
In an increasingly competitive business environment, more organizations are turning to project portfolio management (PPM) to meet strategic goals and objectives. Project Portfolio Management and Business Strategy. There is a circular link between strategy and project portfolios.
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