Project managers and line managers often end up fighting over resources. Project managers will generally lose the fight unless the role of operational resources in projects is properly defined
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Torn between two masters
Posted by Barneyausten under ManagementFrom http://blog.myprojecttracker.com 5218 days ago
The A-Teams Guide to Project Management Success
Posted by Barneyausten under ManagementFrom http://blog.myprojecttracker.com 5218 days ago
The A-Teams Guide to Project Management Success. The leader of the A-Team, Colonel John “Hannibal” Smith, has a very unorthodox but effective style of management
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A Square Peg in a Round Hole
Posted by Barneyausten under ManagementFrom http://blog.myprojecttracker.com 5229 days ago
A project sponsor is a key person to ensuring success in any project. The sponsor needs to be the right fit and not just any appointee from the management team. Where should you look to get the right person and not a square peg in a round hole
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It's all about the plan folks!
Posted by Barneyausten under ManagementFrom http://blog.myprojecttracker.com 5231 days ago
Project planning is critical to get right and short cuts should not be taken at this important part of the project. Strong planning will help ensure project success. Planning is something every business manager should do - this is not just about project managers
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CRYING WOLF!
Posted by Barneyausten under ManagementFrom http://blog.myprojecttracker.com 5235 days ago
Project issues are inevitable in any project. When is the right time to communicate those project issues? Too early and you may be seen to cry wolf. Too late and you'll be in trouble
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Are you a project manager? Probably, you just might not know it though!
Posted by Barneyausten under ManagementFrom http://blog.myprojecttracker.com 5239 days ago
Project management is not just a tool for dedicated project managers. It is something than most business managers perform in the delivery of their products and services to their customers. Some tips for those who are not project managers by trade
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How to be SMART in your scoping
Posted by Barneyausten under ManagementFrom http://blog.myprojecttracker.com 5246 days ago
Project scoping can be made easier using SMART as a foundation. It helps put shape and definition on your project scope and reduces scope creep during implementation. This will help save your business time and cash
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IT'S GOOD ENOUGH!
Posted by Barneyausten under Self-DevelopmentFrom http://myprojecttracker.posterous.com 5249 days ago
A short missive on the impact of the words "good enough". My question to these words are "is it?" - what do you think
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TIDY LITTLE PACKAGES
Posted by Barneyausten under ManagementFrom http://blog.myprojecttracker.com 5253 days ago
Work packages are a great way of helping deliver effective management of projects. Work packages break down a project into more straightforward steps for the project manager and the project team. Now doesn't that sound like a good idea
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Project board, ensure you have all interests represented
Posted by Barneyausten under ManagementFrom http://blog.myprojecttracker.com 5257 days ago
Equal representation for business, user and supplier is needed on a project board to make the project a success. For smaller businesses, the business and user are often one in the same person. However, roles and considerations can be quite different - both being of equal importance
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