MPUG

MAY 21, 2021

Please find below a transcription of the audio portion of Fletcher Hearn’s session, Project Performance Measurement – Part 3: Using MS Project to Track and Report on Performance, being provided by MPUG for the convenience of our members. This one’s titled using MS Project to track and report on performance.

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Performance Measurement Technical Review Software Review Budget 52

Project Risk Coach

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Variance and trend analysis As with many control processes, we now look for variances between the schedule and cost baselines and the actual results. Technical performance measurement Imagine that you are working on a software development project and that the functional requirements have been developed.

Controlling 199

Controlling Risk Technical Review Performance Measurement 199

Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

In-depth Analysis of Selected Risk Management Frameworks When it comes to risk management, organizations have several frameworks to choose from. It offers a holistic approach, covering various aspects such as strategic alignment, value delivery, resource management, risk management, and performance measurement.

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Risk Management Risk Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review 36

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 31, 2022

Use performance metrics analysis and audits to further your understanding of operations and where there is waste and room to improve. You can audit cost centers, list all expenses associated with producing your product, and do a root cause analysis. You can’t improve what you don’t know. Share Information with Employees.

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Manufacturing Technical Review Software Review Monitoring 325

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 20, 2023

Here are some examples: Budget baseline Milestone schedule Scope baseline Performance measurement baseline. Baselines We create baselines throughout the project. They represent approved versions of whatever plan they relate to. The point of having visual data sources is that they make it easier to understand the information.

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Logistics Artificial Inteligence PMI Performance Measurement 262

MPUG

APRIL 25, 2022

Actual Cost (AC) is the cost incurred while performing the activity or cost of work performed on an activity during a specific time period. Microsoft Project as a tool can help project managers to perform Earned Value Analysis and Earned Value Management for their projects. EVM Importance. EVM in Microsoft Project.

Project Life Cycle 108

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Integration and Ease of Use: Some PMIS will access data from different projects for multi-project analysis, integrating with other systems, such as payroll, inventory, etc. When planning, PMIS helps with detailing the scheduling, including task and critical path analysis. PMIS Throughout the Project Life Cycle.

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Project Life Cycle Software Review Closing Budget 235

Herding Cats

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Decision Analysis is a principle, technique, and application to address complex decisions in a structured manner. One approach to decision making utilizes a form of multi-criteria decision analysis to evaluate multiple conflicting criteria in decision making. 3] “Measurement Scales and Statistics: The Misconception Misconceived,” J.

Technical Review 47

Technical Review 2010 2014 Software Development 47

Herding Cats

OCTOBER 11, 2016

I work in the Software Intensive System of Systems domains in Aerospace, Defense, Enterprise IT (both commercial and government) applying Agile, Earned Value Management, Productive Statistical Estimating (both parametric and Monte Carlo), Risk Management, and Root Cause Analysis with a variety of capabilities. A Few References and Resources

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Performance Measurement Aerospace 2006 Estimate 28

MPUG

APRIL 4, 2022

Conduct a Variance Analysis. The results of the variance analysis are included in the Final Report of the project. Variance and Variance Analysis are two separate, but intertwined terms. As noted in the definition of variance analysis, a comparison is always with respect to the latest baseline.

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Closing Performance Measurement Project Life Cycle Executing 109

The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Business Analysis A process in which an individual identifies business needs, defines solutions and facilitates change to meet organizational goals. Cost-Benefit Analysis A method is used to assess a project’s potential benefits compared to its costs to determine if the project is worth doing. It is also known as the 80-20 rule.

Development Team Review 148

Development Team Review Project Life Cycle Underperforming Technical Team Estimate 148

Herding Cats

MARCH 17, 2019

Project Performance Management. Connecting the 5 Principles and 5 Practices of Performance-Based Project Management ® To Increase the Probability of Project Success. Building a Credible Performance Measurement Baseline. Measures of Product Value is Exchange for Its Cost. Technical Performance Measures.

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2003 2011 2008 Performance Measurement 54

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Keep reading for my analysis and reviews of the best PMI-ACP prep books that will help you understand agile methodologies and earn your agile certification. I read and review a lot of books, so I feel confident recommending these to you! I also speak to a lot of authors and have met many project management trainers over the years.

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PMI Certification Estimate Software Review 195

nTask

APRIL 28, 2021

Process Improvement Tool #1: Gap analysis. Gap analysis examines and assesses performance to identify the difference between your current business state and where you’d like to be. To complete a gap analysis, you’ll need to define: The current situation, or performance. The ideal situation, or potential.

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Sustainability Process Underperforming Technical Team Lean 120

Herding Cats

OCTOBER 28, 2016

At times I work for the Institute for Defense Analyses , who produces Root Cause Analyses for software-intensive system of systems, here's an example Expeditionary Combat Support System: Root Cause Analysis. Start with Root Cause Analysis and only then suggest the reason for the problem. Related articles. IT Risk Management.

Estimate 28

Estimate Performance Measurement Information Technology Risk Management 28

Herding Cats

APRIL 16, 2019

Project Performance Management (#PPM). Technical Performance Measures (#TPM). Cost, Schedule, and Technical Performance Management (#CSTPM). Project Performance Management. Building a Credible Performance Measurement Baseline - without a good foundation, nothing can be built. Risk Management (#RM).

Technical Review 42

Technical Review Performance Measurement 2003 Governance 42

The Strategic Project Manager

MARCH 11, 2024

Here are some situations when it’s beneficial to use the Strategy Canvas: Strategic Analysis: Use the Strategy Canvas to analyze your company’s competitive positioning relative to competitors. It helps identify areas where your company excels and areas where there is room for improvement.

Technical Review 105

Technical Review Innovation Sustainability Retail 105

ProProfs Project Management

JANUARY 21, 2020

Performance Measurement Baseline. This creates a point of comparison of all the other baselines to evaluate project performance. Techniques/Analysis/Tools. This network analysis technique uses the Monte Carlo simulation to formulate project duration estimates and give a probabilistic approach to visualize network logic.

Underperforming Technical Team 111

Underperforming Technical Team Estimate Risk Management Defining 111

NimbleWork

APRIL 16, 2024

Earned Value Management (EVM): EVM is a project performance measurement technique that integrates cost, schedule, and scope data to assess project performance and forecast future performance. Techniques include change request forms, change impact analysis, and change control boards to review and approve changes.

Process 52

Process 2030 Software Review Estimate 52

Wrike

JULY 24, 2023

Simplify metrics for better understanding: Overcomplicating the metrics used in the Balanced Scorecard can lead to confusion and hinder effective performance measurement. To avoid this, organizations should focus on identifying the most critical indicators that drive performance.

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Artificial Inteligence Performance Measurement Technical Review Innovation 36

The Strategic Project Manager

MARCH 14, 2024

Here are some ideas: Market Analysis – Before formulating a strategy, a strategist analyzes the market to identify existing competition, market trends, and customer needs. Impact of Value Innovation on Strategy Value innovation, as part of the Blue Ocean approach, is part of an overall strategic framework.

Innovation 52

Innovation Sustainability Performance Measurement Risk Management 52

Wrike

JULY 24, 2023

By incorporating qualitative metrics such as the number of new product ideas proposed by employees, organizations can gain a more comprehensive understanding of their performance. Lack of Employee Engagement and Understanding Engaging employees in the performance measurement process is vital to its success.

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Performance Measurement Technical Review Software Review Innovation 36

Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Misaligned Incentives : Tying management incentives to traditional performance measures incompatible with Scrum or agile principles​​. I should consider this analysis of the origins of the gold-plating anti-pattern for the next revision of the book.)

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SCRUM ChatGPT Technical Review Development Team Review 186

UPQODE

APRIL 7, 2023

Source: Unsplash Marketing operations professionals are responsible for managing the processes, systems, and technologies that support marketing initiatives, such as project management, budgeting, data analysis, campaign execution, and performance measurement.

Technical Review 52

Technical Review Finance Performance Measurement Closing 52

Henny Portman

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

KPIs provide a high-level overview, but a drill-down feature should be available for deeper analysis if necessary. The software also incorporates essential assessment criteria and thresholds for criteria analysis. When displaying KPIs, it is helpful to compare them against targets.

Technical Review 52

Technical Review Software Review Governance Government 52

Techno-PM

AUGUST 23, 2021

What is performance reporting? Performance reporting is the process of collecting and analyzing data about a company's performance. Performance reports provide an in-depth analysis of how well the company has done over time, its strengths, and weaknesses, and how it compares to other companies in its industry.

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Performance Measurement Budget Risk Management Risk 36

Techno-PM

AUGUST 23, 2021

What is performance reporting? Performance reporting is the process of collecting and analyzing data about a company's performance. Performance reports provide an in-depth analysis of how well the company has done over time, its strengths, and weaknesses, and how it compares to other companies in its industry.

Performance Measurement 36

Performance Measurement Budget Risk Management Risk 36

Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

Emphasize the benefits of using the Performance Matrix. By highlighting how it can improve performance measurement and goal alignment, businesses can encourage buy-in and support from employees and managers. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation are essential to ensure the continued effectiveness of the Performance Matrix.

Underperforming Technical Team 36

Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Performance Measurement Software Review 36

Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 7, 2024

Analysis tools such as PESTLE and SWOT are also available in a PM’s toolkit to assess both internal and external project environments. This involves defining product requirements, conducting market analysis, managing product life cycles, and prioritizing features to maximize customer satisfaction and competitive advantage.

Governance 52

Governance Government Technical Review Sustainability 52

Herding Cats

APRIL 30, 2019

Of course, No Root Cause analysis has been performed by these advocates, but it makes good click bait for their followers. This approach is guided by the processes for Root Cause Analysis on Software Intensive System of Systems project I've worked. Root Cause Analysis. Getting it Right. Court Document. Assessment.

Software Review 41

Software Review Technical Review 2018 Engineering 41

Wrike

JULY 29, 2023

Situational analysis: This involves assessing the internal and external factors that may impact the business. Performance measurement: This requires tracking progress towards the goals and making necessary adjustments. They provide a sense of direction and inspire employees to work towards a common goal.

Technical Review 36

Technical Review Planning Underperforming Technical Team Development Team Review 36

Herding Cats

JUNE 19, 2017

The Cone of Uncertainty as a Technical Performance Measure. In our domain, Root Cause Analysis is mandated before ANY suggested change for improvement, prevention, or corrective actions are taken. The Cone of Uncertainty as a Technical Performance Measure. Measure of Effectiveness. Measure of Performance.

Technical Review 35

Technical Review Performance Measurement Underperforming Technical Team Estimate 35

Herding Cats

DECEMBER 8, 2017

It can be the needed performance of a measure - Effectiveness, Performance, Key Performance Parameter, or a Technical Performance Measures. The specifics of the Technical Performance Measures applied to inform Physical Percent Complete and the Cone of Uncertainty around the TPM are shown here.

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Performance Measurement 2017 Technical Review 2008 35

ProProfs Project Management

MARCH 18, 2020

Procurement planning involves the make or buys analysis to decide whether to procure or to make in-house. Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis . Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis . The performance measurement data that is sent out to stakeholders comes from this phase. . Plan Cost Management .

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Process Project Life Cycle Development Team Review Risk Management 99

Herding Cats

DECEMBER 29, 2017

Like nearly every observed problem, there is some underlying cause and Root Cause Analysis is the first step in assessing this undesirable condition to determine if it is correctable or preventable. Any successful technical communication needs to have: Measures of Effectiveness. Measures of Performance.

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Process Estimate Engineering Performance Measurement 56

MPUG

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

At the start of each iteration, he may be unsure about the applicability of earned value analysis, measurement, and management within Agile. With frequent scope changes, how does one determine what to measure against? In EVM terminology, baseline is further defined as the performance measurement baseline (PMB).

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Underperforming Technical Team Agile Performance Measurement PMI 59

Herding Cats

MARCH 5, 2017

Do they characterize the major drivers of performance? Are the Technical Performance Measures stated in units that can determine how well the systems or system element is satisfying or expected to satisfy a technical requirement or goal? Estimating Processes in Support of Economic Analysis. Related articles.

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Software Review Technical Review Performance Measurement Estimate 28