Several months ago I participated in a lecture panel discussion at the Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Design. My role on the panel was to bring a project manager’s perspective on design projects, specifically for development of software applications in the healthcare sector. One of the key messages I shared with the graduate students was to treat their project manager […]
Ever found yourself in a state where you are managing multiple projects? If you compare your situation today from about three to five years ago, the chances are that you will see more projects on your plate that need to get done. A project can be anything, from designing a coffee machine for your client to remodeling their workspaces or […]
I have never had a project that I was personally in charge of fail from 1969 to present. The average failure rate for new projects is 14% according to CIO magazine . The article covered most things that can be done to avoid failure. However, they missed one major cause of failure. I witnessed three projects, each 15 years apart […]
Projects, by nature, are to be closed. I am sure you know this. The two authorities made this obvious in their definitions of what project is. Take a moment to review the definitions from PMI and AXELOS. A project is a TEMPORARY endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service or result. (PMBoK Guide 6th Edition) The above is the […]