Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The release manager at my last job worked closely with the development team to review what code changes would be coming. Once everything looks good from a technical standpoint, the release manager could start working on preparing communications about the upcoming software change. And then the cycle begins again!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 22, 2023

A reader got in touch recently and asked for more info on document version control and how to do it. It’s not that hard to do for Word documents, or you can rely on software like SharePoint to make it a whole lot easier. Version control is used for lots of project management documents as well as other assets.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 7, 2022

The agile principles and core values are documented in the agile manifesto , a brief document that defines agile. Working software over comprehensive documentation. If you did the due diligence beforehand, then you can trust them to do the work. The four agile values are as follows. It only slows things down.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

This is a guest post by Nadine Rochester, technical marketing director at Strategy Execution. At this point, we all know that it’s only a matter of time for every industry to experience some level of disruption in our advancing, technological world. Think Dropbox when you are working on a document with other team members.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

With the due diligence of a business impact analysis in hand, a business has a well-thought-out plan of action to recover from adversity. Review the Information. All this collected data must be documented and reviewed. After this, you’ll want to document the findings. Supporting documents and.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 26, 2024

A building inspection is a review of the work done on a construction project by a building inspector, who is employed by the city, township or county in which the project is located. The building inspector will review the job site to ensure it complies with safety regulations and building codes. We explain everything you need to know.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 7, 2023

OPAs and the PMP exam Let’s face it: I first came across the term OPA while reviewing PMP exam training material. That should lead to fewer mistakes being made due to miscommunication between team members who may not have had enough context about one another’s roles. Process Groups: A Practice Guide does talk about OPAs.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 31, 2018

It deals not in technical issues, but the business concerns of the project, and it needs to be comprehensive. Once the business case has been approved, the next step is taking a feasibility study, which documents potential solutions to the opportunity or business problem that the project is proposed to address. Assemble a Team.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 17, 2022

Here is what we learned from an invaluable brainstorming session with our Tech Lead. These can relate to technical debt, bugs, new requirements, etc. Secret #6: Manage reports and documentation. Keeping documentation and producing reports is an essential part of any project management role.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

You’ll never be able to anticipate every risk event that could occur in a project, but by doing the due diligence, you’re able to have a risk management plan in place to respond quickly before project risks become real problems and sidetrack the whole project. Document the Project Risks. It’s a great risk register example.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In Review: 7 Ways Project Manager Roles Are Changing As Jennifer said, project manager roles are changing. Integrating More Technology Certainly, the biggest paradigm shift presently is the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered decision-making. Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you how your role is evolving.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 12, 2024

Does your project team have a roles and responsibilities document that sets out what everyone does? It's a really simple document that helps clarify how everyone is contributing to the project. What is a Roles and Responsibilities document? Why do you need a roles and responsibilities document? Because it's awesome!

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

We review the best accounting project management software and highlight the key features, pros and cons, and, of course, the various plans and costs for a subscription. By identifying task dependencies when planning and scheduling the project, managers can reduce cost overruns that would otherwise occur due to delays.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 18, 2019

Here is what we learned from an invaluable brainstorming session with our Tech Lead. These can relate to technical debt, bugs, new requirements, etc. Secret #6: Managing Reports and Documentation. Keeping documentation and producing reports is an essential part of any project management role.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Any changed that is approved is then documented. On the project level, outside of cost and risk, there can arise problems with the tools and technologies you use, processes getting disrupted, misleading reporting and so on. While going through this process, keep in mind these two key documents (which we provide templates for!)

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 25, 2018

I was approached by the people at Reason8 to try their meeting transcription software, and together we decided the best test would be to do a market comparison and review similar tools. tech has moved on so much that now there are tools that transcribe your meetings for you. And settled on reviewing these three: Reason8.ai.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 19, 2022

Let’s review strategies and tools you can use, and learn how they can help you close that gap to promote successful project execution. We’ll hear from experts and review key takeaways that project leaders can immediately put into practice in their programs and projects. Document Changes. Begin with the End in Mind.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

A transition plan is an important document, but what is transition planning and how can you create a transition plan? A transition plan is a document that outlines the transition’s steps, goals and timeline. We’ll answer these questions and provide a transition plan example to illustrate a real-life scenario.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

In the bustling world of Scrum, the Sprint Review stands as a pivotal event. Importance Of Feedback in Sprint Reviews Illuminating the Path Forward Feedback in Sprint Reviews acts as a lighthouse, guiding the product development ship through the murky waters of uncertainty and change. But the true linchpin of this process?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 2, 2023

Technical failure: this creates a program integration risk as what you are building might not sit in the organization’s architecture any longer. Bring in technical specialists as required. Stakeholder evolution: people change and new leaders at the top change the direction of the program.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 20, 2017

But before you jump into that project plan and begin to tackle the scope of your project, let’s review the basics. It’s that part of the project planning process that determines and documents what are the project goals, deliverables, tasks, costs and deadlines. Also, you scope documents are going to specify stakeholders.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 13, 2021

This month’s free project management template is a Terms of Reference document. This is a really versatile document. This is helpful when there’s a technical stream of work being led by someone, and then other strands being picked up by other people. What goes into a Terms of Reference document? General info.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

And that’s why we talk about and document assumptions. Understanding the key project assumptions is also helpful for documenting the project scope in a proposal or for a contract. You will also need to have certain team members and key stakeholders present at milestone meetings and project review meetings to make effective decisions.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Technology, labor, distribution and consumer demographics have all massively changed just in the last few years. Supporting: This includes those processes that support other processes such as accounting, recruitment, technical support, etc. Plan, allocate time and resources , consider risk and assemble a team to get the work done.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 12, 2019

That’s largely due to agile’s ability to adapt to change and incorporate customer feedback, both of which are essential in today’s world where technology is constantly evolving, and swathes of information are just a few clicks away—including public customer reviews. Process follows change instead of a plan.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 1, 2018

As a new project manager it helped me to become familiar with the elements of a project and formalise my processes and documentation. I was not very tech savvy, but thanks to my mentors and coach in the company I learnt not only IT but also leadership skills that I continue to use and develop today. Frances Place.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

It is not practical to document the infinite number of things that could go ‘wrong’ on a project. For example, a high complexity project using a new technology may require additional time to complete and funding to address any unexpected challenges. Your organization might have or require separate documentation for contingency release.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Before you can bid, you must do the due diligence. A bid will usually be handled by a bid manager, who interacts with experts from technical to legal issues. Bid is also the term used when documenting an offer submitted in response to a request or invitation to tender. Research and Planning.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 22, 2024

You can also set up review dates to monitor the progress of that fix or just check in occasionally to see if the risk has increased or decreased in its likelihood. They are also useful for organizing agile projects, especially when documenting action items and when there are larger project teams.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 18, 2024

By using a service blueprint, the service process steps can be mapped out to make it easier to design a new process or to document and improve an existing one. Finally, there should be some metrics to provide context and help businesses identify where time or money is wasted due to miscommunication or inefficiencies.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 20, 2021

The chair found it hard to give different people the floor as several people were due to give short presentations but he couldn’t make the laptop show their slides. Or, because they feel like they don’t have time to document properly. 3: Check Your Tech. There was lots of downtime. Lots of disengagement from us in the room.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 29, 2021

This could be due to staffing levels or other projects being staffed instead due to higher business priority. External risks can occur due to a variety of factors, often caused by influences more outside of our immediate control. This can cause some tasks to take more time than normal due to starting and stopping multiple times.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 6, 2024

The only reason not to use time management templates is that they’re static documents that don’t foster collaboration and pull users away from their work to manually update them. Project Timeline Template A project timeline is used in planning to add project tasks, due dates and milestones.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

There’s a lot of work involved even once a project is technically complete. You’ll have to release resources, archive documents and don’t forget to acknowledge the project success with a party or some type of celebration. By documenting the mistakes and the successes of the project, you’re building a catalog that offers historic data.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 18, 2022

By understanding and documenting the project requirements, you can ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, and meets the expectations of the stakeholders. Adapt and flex as you go, reviewing priorities and working on what you can while the other stuff unfolds. When the project’s technology changes.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 22, 2020

This might be due to having young children and wanting to stay home with them or finding a balance between work and home life. New Technology and a New Generation. This goes hand-in-glove with technology advances that have made it easier to manage remote workers. Team members can collaborate on documents in real-time.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 21, 2023

Hopefully, the time I’ve taken to work through and review the courses will save you time making the right decision for your career. Immersive case studies and peer-reviewed assignments to put your learning into practice. Many exemplars and completed templates to use as what a good document should look like.

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