How to Use a Critical to Quality CTQ Tree to Satisfy Customer Needs
The CTQ Tree is a simple tool to tell you exactly what your customer wants. Here’s how to use it. Have you ever asked a client or customer what …
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How to Create a SIPOC Model for Process Creation or Improvement [SIPOC Template Download]
If you have a project that involves any type of process improvement, a SIPOC Model is a great tool to get your team started. And you don’t need to …
Read MoreProject Management Basics: the Accidental Project Manager
If you suddenly become an accidental project manager, this easy guide gives you the project management basics to get you started fast.
Read MoreSoftware Project Requirements 101: What You Need to Know To Get You Started
Photo credit Marius Klapatauskas If you’re new to IT project management, you’ll likely hear your development team using terms you’re not familiar with. And there will be activities and processes …
Read MoreThis 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 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 MoreProject Planning Cheat Sheet
Years ago, when I was a newer project manager, I realized I needed to develop a project planning cheat sheet: a list of all the things to consider when …
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 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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