4 Reasons Data-Driven Project Decisions Can Be So Hard To Make
Every decision in the project lifecycle is important. Some will influence expenditures, many will drive thetimeline, and others will determine the quality and effectiveness of the effort’s outcomes. Solid expertiseand experience are central to making good decisions, but smart decisions also rely heavily on accurateand timely data. Information of all
Tips To Balance Project Speed and Budget
Projects are expensive to plan and execute. They consume labor resources, sometimes at a voracious rate. Supplies may be pricey, with scant wiggle room on specifications and little bargaining power to control costs. Strategic initiatives might create temporary disruptions that slow or complicate day-to-day workflows and hinder productivity. But projects
Filling Project Management Skills Gaps: Outside Experts or Internal Staff?
Projects require many different skill sets, and the types of expertise your organization needs will likely evolve as your project portfolio expands and matures. The skills necessary might even change from one project to the next, such as when a near-term initiative calls for experience with international trade while the
Guide Your New Product Introduction To Success With A Single Source of Project Truth
New product introductions (NPIs) require input, support, and hard work from many functional areas. From engineering to procurement, supply chain to manufacturing, it takes a coordinated effort to move these strategically vital projects to a successful completion. A core element in that coordination is developing a single source of truth
Tips to Maintain Stakeholder Confidence And Avoid Awkward Project Questions
Project teams field a lot of questions from many different stakeholder groups. These inquiries are generally a good thing. They are good opportunities to clear up confusion and maintain stakeholder confidence by ensuring everyone has accurate and timely information. They are also valuable touchpoints for engaging with project participants and
Reduce Project Delays and Engage Stakeholders With Strategic Communication Management
Project teams have numerous communication options available to keep information flowing. It’s now possible for stakeholders to communicate a lot, but the growth of messaging technology has also complicated project communications. The proliferation of messaging channels has reduced the focus on efficiency and communication quality and overemphasized volume and convenience.
