What is a Project Health Check? Project teams deal with the possibility of failure every day. There are numerous reasons why projects fail, many of which can be avoided with…
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December 4, 2024 |
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In business, project success mirrors the organizational culture in which it operates. Projects are more than just tasks – they drive strategic growth and innovation when supported by effective project…
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November 29, 2024 |
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Getting your project started can be a difficult task at the best of times and it can often be hard to even know where to start! This article will cover…
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November 27, 2024 |
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How to Use Video Meetings in Microsoft Teams In my previous article on Microsoft Teams for project management, I shared tips to help you get organized and connect with your…
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November 26, 2024 |
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Why is Project Prioritization Important? Projects address business problems such as creating something new, improving processes, reducing risks, or increasing revenue. With limited resources to deliver strategic goals, organizations use…
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November 25, 2024 |
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Effective project management relies on understanding project dependencies, as these relationships directly impact project timelines, resource allocation, and task sequencing. Project Managers must be able to plan for and manage…
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November 23, 2024 |
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Microsoft SharePoint, a web-based collaborative toolset, is available as an On-Premises installation, in the cloud, or as a hybrid solution. This means organizations can deploy SharePoint on premise versions, a…
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November 16, 2024 |
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How Projects Rely on Decisions Recent research shows that we make around 35,000 decisions every day. These range from simple choices, like what to have for breakfast, to potentially life-altering…
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Customer needs are changing at a rapid pace, particularly in software development. The agile development lifecycle embraces constant change through an iterative technology design and development approach. Adaptability is critical,…
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November 14, 2024 |
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How to Overcome the Challenges of Virtual Presentations Delivering PowerPoint presentations is challenging – even more so as more teams are connecting virtually with tools like Microsoft Teams and Zoom.…
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How Does Poor Communication Lead to Project Failure? Poor communication is a common cause of project failure. The way team members communicate can determine whether a project succeeds or fails.…
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November 9, 2024 |
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What Drives Project Success? Reflect on your most recent successful project, and think about what contributed to its success. Was it a clear plan? Access to the right resources at…
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November 8, 2024 |
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What Drives Organizational Change? First of all, I want to examine the different types of strategic change an organization can face before identifying frameworks for implementing change. Balogun and Hope-Hailey’s…
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November 7, 2024 |
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The essence of this approach is presented as an infographic with more information on each step below. 5 Ways to Improve Decision-Making This structured process of decision making helps improve…
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November 5, 2024 |
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To be an effective leader, you need first to know yourself and be self-aware. Applying models such as the Enneagram to project leadership can radically improve management, collaboration, and communication,…
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November 1, 2024 |
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Overview Communication in professional environments is hard. It’s even harder when you’re part of a distributed, remote team. While the concept of remote working isn’t new, many organizations were forced…
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October 31, 2024 |
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Overview One of my first major projects exceeded its timeline and budget for a simple reason. The team jumped straight into the work without planning the tasks needed to deliver…
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The objective of Project Portfolio Management (PPM) is to determine the optimal mix and sequencing of proposed projects. This aims to achieve the organization’s overall business goals, typically expressed in…
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October 30, 2024 |
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Delivering successful projects enables organizations to reach their strategic goals quickly with enhanced long-term commercial results. Connecting projects to organizational strategy can improve projects in several areas, including: Preparation of…
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October 29, 2024 |
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BrightWork 365 enables tracking and reporting of key tasks and statuses, providing visibility and securing buy-in from relevant stakeholders. Establishing a project management office (PMO) is considered a best practice,…
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October 25, 2024 |
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Effective communication is the essence of team collaboration and project management, particularly when working remotely or as part of a hybrid team. No matter when or where your project team…
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October 23, 2024 |
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Why projects fail and how project management standards drive long-term success Many projects fail due to common issues such as poor alignment, lack of executive support, and unclear project requirements…
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October 21, 2024 |
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Project portfolio management (PPM) helps organizations deliver projects to support strategic goals and business objectives. It’s about the right projects at the right time. Of course, even when the best…
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October 19, 2024 |
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A project is only as successful as the people behind it. While leaders often choose people for project teams simply based on their bandwidth or specialized knowledge, this is not…
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October 17, 2024 |
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