Don’t Let Project Scope Creep Sabotage Your Project Success
Many experienced project managers know that project scope creep is a common problem and can wreak havoc on your project. Don’t wait until it’s a problem to address it. You …
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This Simple Project Scope Statement Template Will Improve Your Project Success (Free Template)
You’ve planned and executed your project, conducted end-user testing, and you’re feeling pretty good about things. As a matter of fact, you’re anticipating the team celebration and your next …
Read MoreProject Communication Plan Template and Guidelines
. I know many project managers don’t regularly create project communication plans. As a matter of fact, I’ve even skipped doing it myself on small projects. But when I complete …
Read MoreHow to Create a Project Management Risk Matrix
All projects have potential risks. Be ready for them by creating a project management risk matrix. You’ll be like a project ninja – nimble and ready for all …
Read MoreHow to Run a Great Project Kickoff Meeting
The project kickoff meeting is your opportunity to bring the team together and set a tone of excitement, cohesion, and purpose. I’ve put together tips on how to hold …
Read MoreA Project Prioritization Matrix Can Reduce Project Selection Struggles
When there are so many projects that can compete for attention, it’s hard to know what the primary focus should be. Using a project prioritization matrix helps give clarity. …
Read More6 Project Metrics Made Simple (and Fun)
Project metrics provide visibility to project health. Using them will give valuable information on status, progress, and whether corrective action is needed to keep your project on the road to …
Read MoreHow To: Your IT Project Budget Template
Of the many components to consider during project planning, the project budget is usually near the top of the list. Putting time into creating an accurate project budget is …
Read MoreIncrease Project Success with a Stakeholder Analysis Template
Using a Stakeholder Analysis Template early in your project can improve communication and reduce surprises. I’ll show you how to be a communication superstar with this tool. Picture …
Read MoreRASCI Chart Template and Instructions for Clear Project Accountability
Use this simple RASCI template with instructions to build accountability for your project. Creating a RASCI Chart (or RACI chart) will help build accountability. It’s not a simple exercise, …
Read MorePMI Process Groups and the Phases of Project Management
I’ve been doing project management for a long time, and have worked in many different types of organizations. The level of project process rigor has varied among them. …
Read MoreThe Project Charter Purpose and How to Create One (with Templates)
If you want to get a better understanding of the project charter purpose, read on to understand what it’s for and how to create one…. Last night my daughter …
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