A work breakdown structure (WBS) is the hierarchy of project tasks represented by a combination of numbers or letters. A WBS code identifies a task’s unique place in the project plan. The number of levels in the WBS can vary depending on the project’s complexity. MS Project plans lack a...
I always enjoy reading emails from project managers who implement Microsoft Project techniques. I received an email from an employee at the United States Central Command asking about using Microsoft Project to track personnel on a military base and monitor resource levels as units deactivate during a base closing. The goal was...
In this Atlassian Confluence tutorial, you’ll learn how to build a project status dashboard in 3 easy steps Atlassian’s Confluence product is a potent and flexible collaboration tool that enables distributed teams to build better software products. Confluence is a single collaboration tool where teams can organize, create documents, and discuss...
The project management office (PMO) often emerges as a construct to manage the project portfolio as a company’s project management maturity increases. The PMO may sit at different levels in the organization and provide a variety of functions to a program, organization, or enterprise. Before organizations implement a PMO, they should understand the different...
Dive into our comprehensive guide featuring the Top 50 Project Management Interview Questions and Answers. Whether you’re a candidate preparing for an interview or a hiring manager seeking the ideal project manager, this article is tailored to provide you with a deep understanding of the key competencies and insights needed...
Do you manage a PMO and need to hire a project manager? If you run a project management office that staffs project managers, you know the challenges and headaches of finding great project managers. When a new PM position needs to be filled, the PMO manager will spend significant time...
Are you looking to start your own consulting business? If so, there are a few things you should consider. First and foremost, what services do you want to offer? Second, what is your target market? Once you have answered these questions, it is time to start putting together your business...
A typical team status meeting includes the project manager reviewing the work plan and asking team members to report on relevant task progress in the work plan. A typical response from team members is “The task is 90 percent complete,” or some variable percent. Project managers can make the mistake of...
A PMO handbook is helpful for organizations seeking a standard set of steps to support project management processes. It can also quickly orient new project managers to the organization’s project management expectations and help align activities to standardized processes and tools. Here’s an example to get you started. How do...
Apple is increasingly implementing layers of security to prevent devices from being hacked. This can reduce the incidence of hacking, but the methods hackers use keep evolving. An iPhone may be safer than an Android phone, but it is still possible for it to be hacked. You need to know...
In this Microsoft Project Tutorial, you’ll learn how to use a custom filter to find late tasks in Microsoft Project. When managing a project schedule of even a moderate size, it’s valuable to quickly identify late tasks without scrolling through a large hierarchy of tasks. In Microsoft Project, you can...
Many businesses struggle with managing their operations, from customer relations to internal task tracking. This challenge is amplified by the need for efficient remote collaboration, especially in today’s dynamic business environment. Companies often rely on multiple tools without a unified platform, leading to disjointed processes and increased chances of miscommunication....
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