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What Is Stakeholder Analysis?
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: What Is Stakeholder Analysis?Recent research by KPMG International states that 55% of CEOs understand that their long-term success depends on more than financial growth. As a result, many of today’s business leaders look to their key stakeholders to identify their individual needs, gauge project performance, and fill-in the gaps as needed. But, how do you begin the process…
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Habits of the Best Project Managers
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: Habits of the Best Project ManagersSome of the best at their craft have a set of “rules” they follow to make sure they achieve the highest mark to be considered best in class. It takes a lot of focus, dedication, and love of what you do to rise to the top. If you are looking for ways to be a…
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Operational Readiness in Project Management
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: Operational Readiness in Project ManagementOperational readiness, also known as OR or ops readiness, describes an organization’s preparedness when handling finished projects and making the transition to the final stage in the project life cycle. In other words, it describes how easy or difficult it is to assume ownership of the finished project and integrate it appropriately. Considering that 59%…
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Demo vs Proof of Concept (POC) 2023
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: Demo vs Proof of Concept (POC) 2023Project managers and development teams often deliver presentations to their potential clients. Two types of presentations, demos and proofs of concepts (POCs), are used to unveil new products, convince prospective customers of their worth, and highlight key features. But which method is right for your next project? What Is a Demo? A product demo, or…
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What are the Components of Risk?
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: What are the Components of Risk?Every enterprise has to deal with some amount of risk. According to a recent study by PwC, 40% of executives cite cyber risks as their topmost concerns for today, but there are others, too. Talent retention, skyrocketing production costs, supply chain disruptions, and the current rate of inflation all present serious business risks. From a…
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What is a RACI Matrix?
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: What is a RACI Matrix?A RACI matrix assigns clear roles for each team member for the duration of a project. Every member of the project team is assigned a clear role and expectations:
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5 Phases of Project Management Life Cycle You Need to Know
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: 5 Phases of Project Management Life Cycle You Need to KnowManagement by project life cycle phase gives the project team a common vocabulary to communicate project progress, resulting in better organizational control over the projects they handle. Here’s a detailed look at each phase.
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Project Proposal Template & Examples
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: Project Proposal Template & ExamplesDone right, a proposal helps a project manager establish credibility, close clients, acquire funding, and secure the necessary support and approval for projects to be implemented.
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TechRepublic Academy’s Top PM Study Courses
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: TechRepublic Academy’s Top PM Study CoursesProject management is a skill and, like any skill, you can hone it with practice. It doesn’t matter if you’re just starting to learn or an experienced professional, there’s always more to learn, and you can do so with courses from TechRepublic Academy. Whether you’re looking to develop foundational skills or are interested in picking…
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The Importance of Project Security
Categories: Project Management ArticlesLearn more: The Importance of Project SecurityProject security determines the success or failure of your project. It involves securing the artifacts, integrating the data, and ensuring that there are no loopholes in your project privacy. Several factors and steps yu can take as a project manager can help you make keep your project — and your client’s business interests — secure.…