ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Whether you’re managing a project in construction or manufacturing, keeping costs down is paramount. This is why in project management and business in general cost control is so important. To understand cost control, let’s first define it and then we’ll show the steps you can take to implement cost control.

Controlling 369

Controlling Manufacturing Construction Underperforming Technical Team 369

Project Risk Coach

JANUARY 24, 2022

Poor risk management is costly. Program managers are caught off guard by emerging risks. And these risks may turn into issues costing more time and money. We can identify risks early. We can assess and prioritize our risks, allowing us to make better use of our limited time. Program Management.

Underperforming Technical Team 221

Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Risk Technical Review 221

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Scope creep in project management is where additional requirements are added to the project, beyond what was originally agreed and these additions are not formally authorized. The term refers to how the project’s requirements or feature list grows over time without proper control. What’s so bad about scope creep anyway?

Underperforming Technical Team 464

Underperforming Technical Team 2009 Controlling Risk Management 464

Project Risk Coach

JULY 2, 2018

Poor risk management is costly. Project managers are caught off guard by emerging risks. And these risks may turn into issues costing more time and money. We can identify risks early. We can assess and prioritize our risks, allowing us to make better use of our limited time.

Underperforming Technical Team 136

Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Risk Technical Review 136

ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Risks will arise and threaten the successful delivery of your project. Using a risk breakdown structure (RBS) is how you prepare for the unexpected. A risk breakdown structure is great for identifying and prioritizing risks so you know which will be more or less impactful. The Four Categories of Risk in a Project.

Risk 400

Risk Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Technical Review 400

ProjectManager.com

MARCH 21, 2022

But when you break down large chunks of the work into smaller pieces, suddenly it’s manageable. That’s basically what any project management methodology is all about. The software development life cycle (SDLC) is how it’s done in software development. What Is the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)? SDLC Phases.

Software Developers 294

Software Developers Software Development Software Review Underperforming Technical Team 294

ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 25, 2023

Time, cost and scope have to be controlled to successfully complete a project. How COQ does this, especially in project management, is what we’ll define. But we’ll also discuss the cost of good quality vs. the cost of poor quality and show you how to measure COQ. What Is Cost of Quality (COQ)?

Underperforming Technical Team 348

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Manufacturing Controlling 348

Project Risk Coach

MARCH 21, 2022

Or perhaps your team said they had gathered the requirements, but in reality, the team had hastily rushed through the requirement process resulting in rework, missed deadlines, and another blown budget. No requirements management plan. The project manager should define the approach to requirements development and management.

Underperforming Technical Team 416

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Risk Management Controlling 416

ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 22, 2019

Project Managers are among the most positive of people. No matter how well you manage your project, ultimately success is not down to you. This has led me to conclude that of all the project management processes and disciplines, stakeholder engagement is paramount. You’ll Get the Project Team You Deserve.

Underperforming Technical Team 417

Underperforming Technical Team Monitoring Controlling Software Engineering 417

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 11, 2021

Where is artificial intelligence taking project management? AI has turned up in the project management trends articles over the past few years and it’s now most definitely here to stay. The impacts of artificial intelligence in project management. PWC predicts that 80% of project management work will be eliminated by 2030.

Artificial Inteligence 513

Artificial Inteligence 2030 Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team 513

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 12, 2024

Your thoughts turn to what you should be doing for your professional development in the months ahead… and there’s a lot of choice. I don’t have the time (or the requirement) to take a certification course, but I’m always prepared to develop the project management competencies I need to succeed.

Technical Review 401

Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Influencer 401

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 23, 2024

You can also use it to see how effectively the project was managed. How do you lead a post-mortem on your project to learn how to repeat the good stuff and lose the bad stuff? It’s a post-project review or post-implementation review, which is part of your project management responsibilities. What Is a Post-Implementation Review?

Software Review 393

Software Review Underperforming Technical Team Closing Project Life Cycle 393

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 2, 2023

There’s only one thing worse than being told bad news, and that is being told about bad news late. His ‘Managing and Saving Programs in a Changing World’ webinar covers 5 steps for project recovery. Focus on gaining control Don’t focus on the wrong issue. You need to regain control.

Underperforming Technical Team 419

Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Sustainability Estimate 419

Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Some project managers make a big fuss over risk management. Each year, our senior management team would meet with a credit rating agency to share our goals, strategies, and progress. The presentation included what we were doing for enterprise risk management. We have a risk management plan.

Risk Management 195

Risk Management Risk Underperforming Technical Team Monitoring 195

Project Risk Coach

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Unfortunately, many Project Management Offices (PMOs) become nothing more than a watchdog, one that ensures compliance to a strict set of rules. Management sees it as a way to give oversight to all the programs and projects. Third, some PMO managers lack authority and relational influence in the organization. Ask for Feedback!

PMO 457

PMO Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Risk 457

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

I’ve been managing projects for over 20 years and many of my projects and programs have had periods of Red… sometimes for a long time! Or some other criteria as defined in your project management process internally, that specifies what Red means for you. Don’t be that project manager! I know what that feels like! It happens.

Underperforming Technical Team 328

Underperforming Technical Team PMO Governance Government 328

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Nearly 1 in 5 project managers have considered leaving their job: 37% of professionals have thought about quitting project management in the past year. So why are people leaving project management? Let’s start with this story from one project manager. Anonymous project manager. Why do project managers quit?

Underperforming Technical Team 447

Underperforming Technical Team Influencer Risk Management Finance 447

ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 23, 2024

When you’re a PMP, program manager or portfolio manager, you need to deliver all those multiple projects on time and within budget. This requires an organization with a well-developed project management process. This is done by using a project management maturity model. What Is Project Management Maturity?

Underperforming Technical Team 371

Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Software Review Budget 371

ProjectManager.com

MAY 26, 2021

What Is Scope Creep in Project Management? Scope creep is what happens when changes are made to the project scope without any control. Scope creep is one of the most common project management risks. To control your project scope and prevent scope creep, you’ll need a scope management plan and a change management plan.

Underperforming Technical Team 464

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Controlling Defining 464

Project Risk Coach

MAY 21, 2018

Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance. 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. Engage your team members in developing the plans. Think about this.

Underperforming Technical Team 220

Underperforming Technical Team Planning Project Life Cycle PMI 220

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 13, 2020

Trust matters because it helps build a resilient project team. Trusted team members not only do only what is asked, but what the project needs them to do, because they know that the project manager will trust their decisions and actions. . Wise’s book, Trust in Virtual Teams. Trust helps get things done.

Underperforming Technical Team 315

Underperforming Technical Team Defining Risk Management Risk 315

Project Risk Coach

MARCH 28, 2023

As the project management landscape becomes increasingly complex, effectively identifying, assessing, and managing risks has become critical for project managers. The PMI-RMP certification covers various domains, each with its set of tasks and enablers that project managers can leverage to manage risks effectively.

PMI 221

PMI Risk Management Risk Underperforming Technical Team 221

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

And project managers contribute hugely to that because we go out and look for it. We challenge leaders, we talk about risk and what might go wrong and we call people out on poor performance through project monitoring and control. What is team conflict? You could say we go looking for trouble.

Underperforming Technical Team 338

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Risk Management 2012 338

Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 30, 2017

One reason a project manager may have a bad reputation is bloated project plans. While I’m a fan of planning, let’s use some common sense and right-size our risk management plans. A risk management plan for the Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be much larger than a plan for a Southern Living Idea House.

Risk Management 199

Risk Management Risk Planning Underperforming Technical Team 199

ProjectManager.com

APRIL 1, 2019

Sometimes leading a team, project or organization goes well. Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you crisis management techniques to help you successfully lead during a disaster. In Review – Crisis Management: How to Lead During a Crisis. These crises impact teams. Related: The Basics of Project Cost Management.

Underperforming Technical Team 319

Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Risk Management Budget 319

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

What is a method in project management? We have a ton of project management methods – some you probably don’t spend much time thinking about at all. Types of project management methods. Project management uses lots of methods. But there are some specific project management methods. Read my full disclosure.).

Underperforming Technical Team 450

Underperforming Technical Team Estimate Software Review Risk Management 450

ProjectManager.com

JUNE 20, 2017

This way you begin to define the boundaries of your project and figure out what responsibilities you will task your team with, and the process by which that work will be verified and approved. You’ll be using this documentation throughout the project as a means to for you and your team to stay focused on task.

Underperforming Technical Team 529

Underperforming Technical Team Defining Technical Review Infrastructure 529

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 12, 2022

In this article, we’ll dive into the statistics and you’ll learn: The top challenges facing people managing several projects at once The key skills required for managing multiple projects The top tools for prioritizing work day-to-day. This wasn’t a survey about project portfolio management at the PMO level.

Underperforming Technical Team 386

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Risk Management Engineering 386

Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 30, 2017

One reason a project manager may have a bad reputation is bloated project plans. While I’m a fan of planning, let’s use some common sense and right-size our risk management plans. A risk management plan for the Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be much larger than a plan for a Southern Living Idea House.

Risk Management 191

Risk Management Risk Planning Underperforming Technical Team 191

ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Contingency plans are used by smart managers who are aware that there are always risks that can sideline any project or business. If you’re not working on a contingency plan when you’re planning any enterprise, then you’re opening yourself up to unnecessary risk. What Are the Key Risks?

Planning 381

Planning Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team Governance 381

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

This article, 10 Things New Project Managers Should Know , first appeared on Girl's Guide to PM. It would be nice to think that every company has a formal mentoring scheme, and that you can tap into the experience of other project managers through this. Manage Scope. Project management has a lot of jargon.

Risk Management 414

Risk Management Underperforming Technical Team Certification Risk 414

ProjectManager.com

MAY 19, 2022

Project execution’s key purpose is to complete the work defined in the project management plan and to meet key project objectives. During this phase a project leader will focus on these key processes: Managing people. Communicating information to all key stakeholders, sponsors and team members. Manage Team.

Executing 514

Executing Project Life Cycle Software Review Technical Review 514

Project Risk Coach

MAY 28, 2016

Ever have this sinking feeling that a bad moon is arising on your project? You’re not sure what the problem is, but you know things are out of control. Increasingly, your attention is being diverted from managing your project activities to putting out fires. One of the most dangerous threats may be the unknown risks.

Underperforming Technical Team 218

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Construction Controlling 218

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 29, 2023

Everything you need to know about project management terms is here in one list! Check back often, as this list of project management terminology is ever-evolving, just like project management itself! Check back often, as this list of project management terminology is ever-evolving, just like project management itself!

Software Review 418

Software Review Underperforming Technical Team Lean Event Chain 418

Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

In my project management workshops, I ask this question, "What are the top causes of project failure?" Nine times out of ten, I hear the answer—poor communication. What happens when poor communication exists? Consequently, individuals misunderstand and make bad assumptions. The cost of your project spirals out of control.

Underperforming Technical Team 230

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Influencer Risk Management 230

ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Salesforce is primarily a customer relationship management (CRM) tool, not project management software. However, these tend to be lightweight tools that aren’t comprehensive project management software and they’re also expensive. Does Salesforce Have a Built-in Project Management Tool? What Is Salesforce?

Software Review 309

Software Review Underperforming Technical Team Development Team Review Software 309

Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 4, 2021

I have updated my responses in order to better reflect the PRINCE2 and A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge — PMBOK® Guide , as at October 2021 as the PMBOK® Guide has been updated since this interview first took place, and PRINCE2 US was launched in 2020. She first took her PRINCE2 Practitioner exam in 2004.

Prince2 430

Prince2 Underperforming Technical Team Certification PMI 430