In my previous article, I discussed the importance of learning the procurement process. This article will cover the importance of understanding your project’s requirements for procurement and the timing of …
Top Project Management Articles
The art of project management and business intelligence
Project management and business intelligence are both a science and an art form. The processes identified and laid out in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK) are comprehensive, yet …
Using risk-based thinking to reduce deviation from planned results
Looking for ways to reduce deviations? The answer can be found in risk-based thinking. Risk management is a key knowledge area that supports project managers in achieving project success. The …
Tips for retired project managers to stay connected to their industry
Retirement is an exciting time for anyone who has dedicated their career to a specific industry, but it can also be uncertain. The feeling of disconnection from the industry can …
Money alone cannot promise project portfolio success
The key to the success of Project Portfolio Management is not determined by money alone. The budget for your new project portfolio designed to deliver your organization’s top strategy has …
5 Reasons to consider using an agile approach
When considering using an agile approach, there may be skepticism in your organization. After all, change can be hard, and teams need to understand the benefits of changing the way …
Situational awareness is key to managing risk?
Situational awareness for managing risk is essential. Risk management is a state of mind with forethought, like safety and quality. It cannot be boiled down into tools and techniques. Tools …
Project Performance Domains 1-4
In this two-part webinar, Cornelius Fichtner explores the eight Project Performance Domains that were introduced by the PMBOK® Guide Seventh Edition: Stakeholders – Managing those affected Team – Leading towards …
Benefits of PMOs adopting an Agile approach
What are the benefits of PMOs adopting an Agile approach? The PMO can be considered the new fuel for organizational change. An effective PMO delivers business results. Everything starts with …
Key Steps to Mastering a Managerial Role
Successfully climbing the ladder to a managerial role takes dedication, persistence, and hard work. From there, the work only escalates, as a successful manager knows how to communicate efficiently with …