We’ve talked about the benefits of Project Management Training and even covered some of the secrets of putting together a good training program. But sometimes just figuring out when to pack training into an already crowded schedule is the hardest part. Below are 6 ninja tricks for getting more training in your Project Team. 1 –…
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The Function of a Project Team
July 2, 2013 by
Our last Project Team infographic (ALL ABOUT Project Team’S INFOGRAPHIC) dealt with the Who, What, and Why. Check out our latest infographic: “The Function of a Project Team” It explains what they are, what functions they serve and what you can expect to accomplish with one. Download a copy and share! CLICK HERE Related articles across…
MAKE THE MOST OF MEETINGS
February 14, 2013 by
Meetings are a fact of life in project management, but are you getting everything you can out of them? We’ve broken down some common meeting types with do’s and don’ts to help your team maximize its time. Kick off Get everyone on board with a new project, outline primary achievables, reveal and discuss the timeframe,and…
PROJECT MANAGEMENT CASE STUDY: RECESSION TO RAMP UP
November 22, 2010 by
PROJECT SUMMARY: PMAlliance was asked to provide project management consulting support for a major manufacturing company who was undertaking the largest Supply Chain ramp-up and re-alignment project in its history. This project involved several divisions, five general managers, 15 functional organizations, 50+ external suppliers, and 120+ team members who were from multiple worldwide locations. In addition, the deadline…
Too Much Sisyphus in Your Project Team?
April 21, 2010 by
Many project management consulting veterans have experienced the frustration caused by the sometimes Sisyphean task of maintaining an experienced and motivated team within their Project Team. A legendary king from Greek mythology, Sisyphus was crafty and self-serving.
Project Management in a Down Economy
February 26, 2010 by
Each year, companies execute projects for the purpose of improving their bottom-line and expanding their competitive advantage. The difference between success and failure often depends on how committed organizations are in utilizing project management to monitor and control schedule delays. Schedule delays are the villain in project management and are the biggest cause of budget overruns, missed deadlines, and poor quality. During good economic times, investing in project management is financially feasible and acceptable by most companies. However, during bad economic times, project management is considered an overhead cost and the tendency is to downsize. This paper discusses the importance of investing in project management to mitigate the impact of schedule delays in good and more importantly during bad economic times.
