What project management is good at is making the complex simple, or at least manageable. There are, of course, lots of different ways to achieve that goal, many of which are employed during the life cycle of a project. A project network diagram is one such tool that helps simplify a complex project plan, enabling a project manager to see the […]
An action plan is a proposed strategy or course or action. Specifically, in project management, it’s a document that lists the steps needed to achieve a goal. That is, an action plan clarifies what resources you’ll need to reach that goal, makes a timeline for the tasks to get to that goal and determines what team members you’ll need to do it […]
We continue our series on PRINCE2, as previous posts covered PRINCE2 Fundamentals and roles. This post is concerned with the 7 phase processes of PRINCE2. The 7 phase process of PRINCE2 The PRINCE2 process is broken up into 7 (surprise!) phases: 1. Starting up a project Someone submits a request for a new project, called the project mandate. The project […]
Taking the first step in any career is never an easy task, and this certainly applies to the Project Management discipline. The following are some observations made when making the transition into such a challenging and rewarding profession. 1. Choose the right organisation and the right job scope. If you are taking your first step into Project Management, it’s very […]
Project management can appear very formal to an outsider. That’s because project management maps out a specific, seemingly inflexible, process for initiating, monitoring and closing a project, all according to an established methodology. And if you’re an entrepreneur or working at a start-up, the rigidity of these project management systems can feel constraining. Still, the need to have a framework […]
By Emily Bonnie, 15 August, 2017 Nobody works 100% of the time. We all take breaks, whether it’s time spent browsing the web, socializing, grabbing a snack, or even napping. 70% of employees are disengaged at work, which is currently costing American companies up to $550 billion annually in lost revenue. So how do you fight disengagement and keep your team motivated […]