Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 10, 2022

In this article, I’ll explain what Estimate at Completion is for project managers, how to use it (because there are 4 different ways) and give you examples. Estimate at completion (EAC) in project management tells you how much the project will cost when the work is finished. What is the formula for estimate at completion?

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 27, 2023

Controlling risk is one of the most important areas of project management. Project managers need to know how to identify, track and mitigate project risk. Let’s learn what is project risk, some common examples and how can you manage it. What Is Project Risk? Get started for free today.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Rough order of magnitude (ROM) can help you better estimate project costs. But what is ROM and how can you calculate ROM estimates? We’ll explain the process, define the term and detail the steps for making a rough order of magnitude estimate. As noted, the rough order of magnitude is a technique to estimate project costs.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Risk is something every leader knows well. We all need to become comfortable with some risks. We are never going to eliminate all risks. What Is Risk Mitigation? It involves a process that we’ll explore in a moment but basically addresses the top risks in order to fully protect the project. Learn more.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The main objective of PPM is to optimize the selection, prioritization, and execution of projects to maximize organizational benefits, minimize risk and improve resource utilization. This reduces the risk of inefficiencies or wasted resources. There’s a timeline, a cost-benefit analysis and a risk management overview.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2022

Software development estimation is an essential part of many projects. Despite its importance, software development estimation is often overlooked. Maybe that’s because it’s difficult to estimate properly. Let’s explore how software development estimation works and its techniques and tools. Learn more.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Then, estimate the gap percentage and list the action items to close that gap (including priority, start and end dates as well as required resources). Just list all the tasks assigned to a team member and estimate the duration of each task, which includes the start date and due date. Constraints and restrictions are outlined.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 3, 2024

Being prepared for change helps to mitigate the risks associated with those changes. Estimate the Potential Benefits and Risks of Your Change Another thing to consider is the benefits of implementing that change and also identifying any risks it might pose to the organization. Here are just a few reasons.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Those estimates must be accurate or it can lead to a failed project or cut into the contractor’s profit margin. ProjectManager is award-winning project and portfolio management software that has robust Gantt charts that can help estimate schedules, costs and more. Contractors bid for jobs. It’s broken down into sections.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 6, 2025

These projects are conducted on a small scale to minimize risks and costs, and this test phase is used to evaluate the effectiveness of an idea before full deployment. Its a learning opportunity, which helps identify issues, gather data and make improvements, as well as mitigate risks by detecting failures early.

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JANUARY 14, 2025

The goal is to help decision-makers prioritize projects that will bring the most value to the organization, considering resources, time, risks and other factors. These submissions typically include a brief project description, objectives, expected outcomes, resource requirements and timeline estimates. Eisenhower.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 21, 2022

Construction management at risk, also known as CM at Risk or CMAR, is a construction management approach that’s been gaining popularity. But that doesn’t mean CM at risk is right for you as there are pros and cons to this innovative approach. What Is Construction Management at Risk? CM at Risk Pros & Cons.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 24, 2024

It can also improve estimating, deliver projects closer to the planned deadlines and achieve better performance and results. This is done by a variety of skills and techniques, led by a project manager and includes defining project scope, identifying deliverables, managing risks and effective communication across teams.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

It does this by identifying issues, such as challenges, risks or obstacles that might hinder the project’s success. Project Performance Review This is a systematic evaluation of a project’s progress and performance against established goals and metrics, such as the budget, risk assessment and progress.

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Project Risk Coach

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Risk identification is an integral part of project risk management. It is essential for any project manager to know what risks might affect a project and navigate them. This article will examine the five techniques for risk identification. Techniques for Risk Identification 1. Out of sight, out of mind.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 23, 2024

Risk: Risks can be positive, as in opportunities, or negative, as in threats, which can occur anytime throughout the project’s life cycle. Compare Estimated vs. Actual Costs When making a project budget, all project costs are estimated. Quality: Maintains the quality standards as expected by the client.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 22, 2024

They need to know this, and what they are risking by being so vague. For example, they ask you to cut the time for testing, when your estimating over the last 6 projects like this one show that you really do need the full month. Help them understand where your estimates have come from. And why wouldn’t they?

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 11, 2025

Well end by sharing some free templates to help estimate costs, budget and more. Most projects utilize a combination of financing methods, including bank loans, government grants, private investments and crowdfunding, to mitigate risks and maintain financial stability. What Is Project Financing? toll roads, hospitals).

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

What is a Risk Register? A risk register is a tool in risk management and project management. It is used to identify potential risks in a project or an organization, sometimes to fulfill regulatory compliance but mostly to stay on top of potential issues that can derail intended outcomes.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 25, 2025

General contractors have to accurately estimate the amount of those items to keep their profit margin. This detailed assessment estimates the cost, time and materials needed to complete the work. Estimators are usually the primary individuals responsible for performing the quantity takeoff. Heres a list of those key players.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Resource analysis in project management covers resource planning, which is about estimating resource requirements for the project’s life cycle, and scenario planning to prepare for changes in resource availability. Just as resource analysis improves budgeting, it also supports risk management.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Project managers use resource tracking to ensure that the project is delivered on time and within budget by using data to optimize resource allocation, mitigate risks, improve project performance and communicate with stakeholders. Resource tracking can also identify risks and better understand how the project fits into the budget.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Teams that use a transition plan will be able to proactively identify and address potential risks and uncertainties. The transition plan provides a framework that creates knowledge sharing, mitigates risks and sets and achieves expectations. Estimating the duration of each task will help deliver the transition on time.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 30, 2024

They help program managers identify the stages of the project that require the most attention, as well as provide an estimate of the complexity and effort involved. All projects have risks and a program roadmap is a tool that helps with the risk management process. Another benefit is resource allocation.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 24, 2023

Although it’s impossible to predict the future, with these free risk management templates, you can better prepare for the unexpected and be more apt to keep your project on track. There are many project management templates that are designed to help you identify, respond to and track those risks. Learn more 3.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 1, 2025

A decision tree analysis is a tool used in project management, strategic planning and other disciplines to help those in a position of authority to evaluate different courses of action based on possible outcomes and their associated risks. Estimate the payoff or consequences (e.g., These are shown as chance nodes.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 4, 2025

For example, when monitoring ongoing delays, the time impact analysis can assess future risks and take corrective actions before further delays happen. Also, when specific risks or events are foreseen, conducting a TIA helps understand how these risks could affect the schedule. Who Oversees the Time Impact Analysis Process?

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

There are even risk management advantages to using it as it allows for the early identification of potential issues through reporting and analytics. Robust Cost Estimating Tools Project budgets are set at the beginning and provide a baseline to manage cost variance when executing the project. This means more proactive decision-making.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

They also can help identify financial risks earlier to allow project managers and teams to take proactive steps to mitigate them. Planning is also informed by financial forecasting which leads to more accurate budgets and can identify risks so contingency plans can reduce any negative project impact. 5 Capterra review: 4.1/5

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Make a Project Cost Estimate Estimating costs in a construction bid proposal provides the client with a detailed breakdown of the costs involved in completing the project. Any certifications should also be included as theyll give the client the confidence that the bidder will know what theyre doing, which minimizes risk.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 15, 2025

Cost Management: Helps monitor and control costs associated with projects or tasks, estimating costs when setting budgets (such as labor, material, etc.) Examples include Gantt charts , calendar views, workload management, custom and automated workflows, risk management, etc. Heres a breakdown of those key features.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Maybe your estimates were poor or you forgot to add something into scope that you really should have worked out in advance. If your estimates were wrong or scope was missed, you might need more funding to pay for the additional work or materials. Assess the level of risk. It happens. Request more funding Do you need more cash?

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Risk management features identify risks and track issues until they’re mitigated to reduce the negative impact on the project. But that doesn’t necessarily make it different from other Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations alternatives with robust feature sets.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 21, 2025

Scheduling tasks to meet deadlines, assign resources and estimate costs are fundamental to the planning phase in project management. It can also help with risk management by identifying risks early. One of the most important tools for project managers to accomplish this is project timeline software.

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APRIL 2, 2025

Project managers can quickly identify which dependent tasks may be delayed and estimate how the overall completion date will be impacted, including additional resources that may be required. Quantity Surveyor or Cost Consultant Reviews the financial impact of the variation order, ensuring accurate cost estimates are provided before approval.

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

You can uncover areas ripe for improvement by conducting a process audit to discover where issues and risks lurk. Apply impact and risk analysis. Work to uncover risks and potential failure points to further help you understand the full consequences of the proposal you’re building. List everything required.

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AUGUST 13, 2024

It can be used as a project timeline to estimate the duration of a project and visualize the order tasks will be completed. There are resource management features to balance workload, risk and issue tracking, dashboards and reports to monitor progress in real time, more than any mere template can do. They organize and coordinate tasks.

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