EDITOR'S PICK Project Management The Adaptation of Project Management in a Changing World The concept of project management is dynamic and has evolved throughout history. Projects have existed for thousands of years although the term “project” was not coined until ca. 1400. Fast forward to more recent times, it was... By Eduard Hernàndez 16 Jul 2020 min read
Innovation Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals for... A list of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals for project management software. By PMtips27 Nov 2019 min read
Innovation IT Project Turns State of California Green How the state of California was going to save $44 million through green practices, I noticed that there were some interesting numbers and ideas being presented. Analysis on the IT project that turned state of California green. By Anonym13 Mar 2019 min read
Innovation How Data Visualization Tools Can Enhance Your... Data visualization tool relies on big data analytics, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to achieve the desired results for the project management team. If you are curious about the impact of data visualization tool on your... By Aniruddh Parmar01 Mar 2019 min read
Innovation How Issue Tracking Tools Help You Manage Projects... How an centralized issue system can help project managers and in which situations? Read the latest article on PMTips blog by Ruchi Goel. By Ruchi Goel14 Aug 2018 min read
Innovation 5 Effects of IoT on Project Management What does IoT mean for the modern project manager? How it affects the project management landscape? To find out more, read the latest article by Nathan Sykes. By Nathan Sykes06 Aug 2018 min read
Innovation Kill Your Spreadsheets: Why You Need A Project... Why do a majority of project managers find themselves drowning in an ocean of spreadsheets? By Maja Majewski31 Oct 2017 min read
Innovation What your PMI Chapter Can Offer You Are you a member of your local PMI Chapter? I have been on and off for a few years now and there are a number of benefits that make it worthwhile. If you are thinking about expanding your skills during 2015 then getting involved in your local... By Elizabeth Harrin14 Jan 2015 min read
Innovation Gadgets for Project Managers As the festive season gets closer, thoughts turn to gifts. As project managers, you probably already have a list, and may even have started buying presents. By Elizabeth Harrin07 Dec 2012 min read
Innovation 3 Types of Project Management Software A Portfolio, Programme or Project Office (P3O) is normally the group responsible for introducing and operating project management software in an organisation. The point of having tools is to ensure things are standardised, and to support the... By Elizabeth Harrin25 Mar 2012 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Quigley & Lauck's Expert Column Two Sides (at Least to Every Story): Managing and Resolving Conflict It is incumbent of the project manager to help the team retain a sense of balance and perspective. A loss of perspective or balance can make all other dependent interactions difficult. Unresolved conflict, or inadequately resolved conflict will... By Jon M. Quigley & Steve Lauck20 Apr 2020 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Quigley & Lauck's Expert Column The Importance of Documenting Lessons Learned The foundation of capturing Lessons Learned is – capturing lessons starting on day one of the project. It started with a template. Identify what should be recorded. One place to start to develop one is look at past projects within your... By Jon M. Quigley & Steve Lauck06 Apr 2020 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Quigley & Lauck's Expert Column Lean and Projects Lean is an approach to the work that focuses on the value added – or the value the customer receives from the product. A lean approach coupled with a Kaizen (continuous improvement) approach, results in reduced costs of the... By Jon M. Quigley & Steve Lauck23 Mar 2020 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Quigley & Lauck's Expert Column Risk…What can go wrong? Perhaps you have heard the parable of the blind men and the elephant. It is similar for many project management endeavors (probably any collaborative or team effort), from scope discussions to schedule generation. Risk management should start... By Jon M. Quigley & Steve Lauck09 Mar 2020 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Quigley & Lauck's Expert Column Law of Diminishing Returns The law of diminishing returns happens very frequently in project management, product development and likely most business endeavors. We are late, so we add more and more people to the work. This is often referred to as crashing the project, or... By Jon M. Quigley & Steve Lauck24 Feb 2020 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Management When Meetings Get Postponed When meetings get postponed, change how you collaborate by using different techniques to achieve the same goals and manage expectations. I’m constantly frustrated when meetings get postponed, especially if they have been in the diary for... By Elizabeth Harrin05 Apr 2021 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Management Can PEOs Solve Your HR Project Management Woes? A professional employer organization could streamline your HR, payroll, and recruitment processes for you. Here’s how else hiring a PEO can benefit your business. By Jill Goodwin22 Mar 2021 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Management Cybersecurity Tips for Project Managers Project managers have a big job already, the last thing they need is a cybersecurity nightmare. Here we go over some top cybersecurity tips for project managers. By MatthewStern 22 Feb 2021 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Management Hybrid Project Management: What Is It and How Can You Implement It In recent years, hybrid project management has gained significant popularity among project managers owing to competitive markets, high customer expectations, and increasingly complex projects. By RamiahAdeen 08 Feb 2021 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Management How Better Workforce Management Can Help Business Owners Cut Costs Your business costs are directly related to the way you manage your workforce. Yet, managing a workforce for optimal business efficiency is no easy task. The brutal truth is that workforce management issues are routinely cited as one of the top... By DerekJones25 Jan 2021 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Planning How To Update Your Project Plan You know it’s going to happen. However good your requirements gathering, however good your estimating… something is going to happen on the project that means you have to change the project plan. But how can you do it in the least... By Elizabeth Harrin14 Sep 2020 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Planning The Beginner's Guide to Planning A Project Every single project, without any regards to its field, needs a workflow. A plan which will help it execute properly. The biggest problem is, your lack of planning might create a situation, which is difficult to escape. How can you avoid that?... By Amanda Athuraliya20 Aug 2020 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Planning How to Execute the Perfect Sprint Planning Meeting with a... The sprint planning meeting is among the most integral scrum ceremonies. It symbolizes the beginning of a sprint and is critical for the sprint’s success. The main goal of the project sprint is to deliver an acceptable product to the... By Dinesh Varadharajan17 Aug 2020 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Planning Clarifying The Phases of Project Management During this article, I'll explain each phase of the project lifecycle and give practical examples of what is included in each cycle, what are some tips to remember and some general tips regarding the lifecycle. By Emily Luijbregts22 Jun 2020 min read
EDITOR'S PICK ARTICLES Project Planning How to Adapt to Last Minute Project Changes or Hiccups This article discusses productive ways to quickly adapt to last-minute changes or issues during a project phase. Key points include effectively communicating as a leader and utilizing your team when situations become difficult. By Jori Hamilton02 Mar 2020 min read