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In this paper, the authors advocate that a configuration perspective is needed to capture different kinds of project/programme governance approaches. The basic assumption being that different situations involve different environments and different characteristics and that project management governance cannot be taken out of context. Understanding these situations and contexts, and adapting decision-making and learning systems accordingly, is crucial. The underlying assumptions that have guided the … [ Read more ]

Content: Article | Author: Christophe N. Bredillet | Source: BetterManagement.com | Subjects: Project Management, Strategy

This series of articles – or ‘units’ – will not deal with all the complexities of big time project management. Instead, it will cover the sort of projects which all managers have to deal with on a regular basis within the framework of a business whose primary aims are not project based.

But in doing so, it will cover the management principles which govern all … [ Read more ]

Content: Article | Author: Robert Cochrane | Source: TheWorkingManager.com | Subject: Project Management

This book provides a fresh and clear approach to project management. Written in the form of a novel, it covers the basics of project management in a friendly, interesting, and memorable way.

Will Campbell, a reasonably competent middle manager, is suddenly thrust into managing a high-profile project that could make or break his career. With no project management experience, and armed only with the guidance of … [ Read more ]

Content: Book | Author: Mackenzie Kyle | Subject: Project Management

This paper describes a three-phased approach to the development of a comprehensive project based performance framework. It presents and discusses in some detail a project based strategy map, a set of KPI and project initiatives. It identifies the points of interface between BSC and C/SCS and discusses the project governance issues that must be addressed by the project team. A comprehensive approach to project management … [ Read more ]

Content: Article | Authors: Czes Szarycz, Voytek Kawecki | Source: BetterManagement.com | Subjects: Management, Project Management

This site has something of interest and value for every IT project manager. It has developed into a worldwide open and free community of project managers and supports the latest in project management news, up-to-date product updates and reviews, thought-provoking white papers, extensive vendor directories, toolkits and templates, a career page as well as expert-led discussion forums. Content at the site is free and updated … [ Read more ]

Content: Online Resource | Source: International Institute for Learning Inc. | Subjects: IT / Technology / E-Business, Project Management

This article discusses why it is essential to manage project investments in a proactive, disciplined manner, explores the notion of a “project,” and provides an overview of what project portfolio management entails.

Content: Article | Author: Ian Hayes | Source: BetterManagement.com | Subjects: IT / Technology / E-Business, Project Management

This article argues that critical path thinking (CPM, PERT, Gantt chart) is not appropriate where project goals are poorly defined. Contingency thinking is better.

Content: Article | Authors: Arnoud De Meyer, Christoph Loch, Michael Pich | Source: European Business Forum (EBF) | Subject: Project Management

You are about to embark on an important project. It is a good idea to hold a project kickoff meeting. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to get across important communications and establish the tone for the project. This article discusses the 10 objectives of a project kickoff meeting, how to achieve them, and templates for presenting them. In Part I, the first three reasons are … [ Read more ]

Content: Article | Author: Joseph J. Strub | Source: TechnologyEvaluation.com | Subject: Project Management

The discipline of project management is dedicated to improving the odds that every undertaking is completed within a set time frame and budget and that it achieves an acceptable level of quality. Project managers must know how to apply the right balance of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to the myriad activities required to reach the specified goals. However, many companies do not give project … [ Read more ]

Content: Article | Author: Joanne Sammer | Source: Business Finance Magazine | Subjects: Finance, Project Management

Today, the paradox of systems development and management is that as the business and technology environments become more complex, delivery methods must become simpler. This fundamental approach to methodology is essential for success.

Content: Article | Authors: James P. Behling, Scott R. Sargent | Source: Outlook Journal (Accenture) | Subjects: IT / Technology / E-Business, Project Management

So, you’ve spent six months on a project. You’ve developed it perfectly. It’s neat, clearly labelled, signed off. It looks great on paper. So why isn’t anything happening? Get together half a dozen or so colleagues and run this simple exercise.

Content: Article | Author: Byron Kalies | Source: CEO Refresher | Subjects: Management, Project Management

This online resource is a library of information, products and services to assist practising project managers, technical managers and team leaders. In an increasingly competitive business environment, using short windows of time effectively is becoming a critical success factor. Re-using proven project methodologies and tools is one path to efficient time management. This site consists of three main sections. In Community, visitors are introduced to … [ Read more ]

Content: Online Resource | Source: Emprend Inc. | Subject: Project Management

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To achieve real value from your business-technology projects, try out a benefits-realization process.

Content: Article | Author: Donald Christian | Source: Optimize Magazine | Subjects: IT / Technology / E-Business, Project Management

The right project management software and business processes enable companies to prioritize resources and gain competitive advantage.

Content: Article | Author: Samuel Greengard | Source: Business Finance Magazine | Subjects: Finance, Project Management

In the new economy, all work is project work. And you are your projects! Here’s how to make them all go Wow!

Editor’s Note: despite the reference to the New economy and the fact that this was written in 1999, there is some good tidbits in this article of lasting value.

Content: Article | Author: Tom Peters | Source: Fast Company | Subjects: Management, Project Management

By using Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) templates, you can dramatically reduce the time it takes to create project plans and improve the quality of the projects.

Content: Article | Author: Dave Paradi | Source: Business Improvement Architects (BIA) | Subject: Project Management

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