You’ve heard the term before, but what is a flow chart? In project management, a flow chart is a visual aid to understand the methodology you’re using to manage the project. The diagram shows the interdependent and parallel processes over the course of the project’s life cycle. Project managers use a flow chart to offer a clear picture of process […]
Six Sigma, Lean, PMBOK — there’s a lot of project management jargon thrown around that you may find confusing and unclear. However, there are a few methodologies that come to mind when you’re looking to create a project plan. But first, it helps to know that any good project plan provides 3 things: Transparency – Everyone involved knows the status […]
We’ve all been there. You’re trying to kick off a new project work plan but the team’s less than enthusiastic. Kinda brings to mind all those challenging high-school group projects, doesn’t it? Teamwork means somehow getting a cast of characters who all have different ideas, communication styles, and investment in the project to work together and that can be a […]
It’s Friday afternoon. You’ve checked in with your team, your projects are on target, and you’re prepared for next week. Your weekend’s looking bright. Suddenly, your boss comes to your desk with exciting news. You’ll be heading the next major multi-team project with a key client, and the kickoff is next week. This is great news, but now this specter […]
You’ve just been put in charge of a large, cross-functional project. You’re overseeing different teams, complex tasks and resources, and numerous deadlines — it feels like you’re building a house of cards. Things are only getting started, and people are already coming to you with questions, concerns, and ideas. What do they need to do? When do they need to […]
Written by Vincent Mirabelli Does this sound like you? “I want to engage my staff to get involved in improving the way our business operates, but everything I try just doesn’t seem to have an impact” If so, you are definitely in the majority. Businesses in almost every industry and sector struggle with getting staff involved in their continuous improvement […]