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Limitations of PM Software

June 28, 2006

No one can doubt that project management software is a great tool to help PMs save a significant amount of time. However, “the tremendous power of project management software can lull young project manager into a false sense of security” (Heerkens,... Read more...

06/26/06 Tip of the Week. Project Rescue: Tip 9 - Submit the project to governance.

June 26, 2006

From a business perspective, determine if at this point in time the project still makes sense to pursue and if the project is an appropriate use of the resources of the company. Look at the value of the project and compare it to other competing project... Read more...

Episode 006 - Project Team Development … Part 2

June 25, 2006

Today, we conclude the discussion Lee and I had on Project Team Development and I provide a link to a great website chockfull of helpful project management templates. I also talk about an interview I did recently with Cornelius Fichtner of The Project... Read more...

Episode #1 - Failure

June 25, 2006

Episode #1 – Failure Notes - Oh, crap! Now what? Shaw Project Management, LLC eShawPM Podcast Series! By Ernest Shaw, PMP Failure occurs for any great number of reasons. Improper planning, being ill prepared, or just plain being in the wrong... Read more...

new ITIL glossary

June 23, 2006

The new ITIL v3 glossary is available. This is a keystone to the success of this effort.  Read More →

Human Resource Management Tale1

June 21, 2006

One day while walking down the street a highly successful Human Resources Manager was tragically hit by a bus and she died. Her soul arrived up in heaven where she was met at the Pearly Gates by St. Peter himself."Welcome to Heaven," said St. Peter. "Before... Read more...

The organized disorganizers

June 21, 2006

Have you ever met a manager that left you walking away with more uncertainty than you started out with?  Or have you walked away clear and certain on your objectives and expectations, dove in headfirst, and proudly delivered your product only to... Read more...

Episode 005 - Project Team Development … Part 1

June 19, 2006

Lee and Dina discuss how to develop a high-performing project team. It is not easy but it can be done! This podcast covers the first part of our discussion - covering Tuckman’s team development model and the forming and storming phases of team... Read more...

Business Advisor Online

June 19, 2006

Here is an info-packed site for those of you starting, operating and/or closing a small business: Business Advisor Online. You can find industry-specific information in Retail, Manufacturing/ Construction, Services, Wholesale/Distribution and Professional... Read more...

06/19/06 Tip of the Week. Project Rescue: Tip 8 - Validate the business case for the project

June 19, 2006

Ask yourself, is it worth continuing the project? It is possible that the project is no longer important or a priority for the organization. Additionally, external factors such as new technologies and alternative solutions may render the initial approach... Read more...

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