What is project crashing and how to get the best out of it? This is what we will cover in this article. CONTENT What is project crashing? Reasons to choose a project crashing Project crashing best practices Project crashing management steps Actually, there is never enough time to manage a project and that’s why schedules … Continue reading “What is project crashing and how to get the most out of it”

Accountability is important for a project manager, as following a project without accountability is like working without a safety net. CONTENT But what does accountability mean? Setting expectations Accountability philosophy Highlight tasks interconnectedness Follow-up on action items Yes, it is possible to get things done, but these can become disastrous if something or someone is … Continue reading “Accountability: what it is and why it’s important for a Project Manager”

We have been waiting for this day for a long time and it has finally come! What a thrill to show you the new Twproject! These past few years have taught us many things. One of these is how important are project management software for managing projects deadlines and shared ToDo. Smart working made it … Continue reading “New Twproject is out!”

Project management uses specific knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to deliver something of value to people and/or organizations. CONTENT What is project management, and where does it come from? Structure of project management Roles and responsibilities in project management Developing software to improve business processes, constructing a building, relief efforts after a natural disaster, expanding … Continue reading “Project Management (Structure, Roles, Responsibilities, and Objectives)”

The project status report is that particular document that the project manager is required to draft. These are regular reports that include information about the project aimed to update stakeholders on the progress of the work. CONTENT What is a project status report? How to create a project status report 1. Name the report 2. … Continue reading “The project status report”

Effective project manager communication is an essential part of project management. CONTENT Why project manager communication is important Establish a communication structure Practicing active listening Using the right tools For non-urgent communication For project updates For official and important communications Their job is to align everyone on one goal and ensure that all the correct … Continue reading “Project manager communication”

Organizing and supporting the project team’s work goes beyond the sole purpose of completing a project while meeting the established project plan, budget, and timeline. CONTENT How to Organize and Support Team Work How to Organize and Support Team Work: Bringing the Team Together Communicate and share information regularly Planning activities Regularly review resource availability … Continue reading “Organize and support the work of the project team”

Setting a standard of project reviews and when to do them can improve efficiency and help keep a project running on time and within budget. CONTENT Types of Design Reviews Description of the review process Introduction of design review Design review initiation stage Research phase of project review Final project review report stage The most … Continue reading “Design Reviews – how and when to do them”

Streamlining processes in projects prevents unnecessary complications. Obviously, excessive complexity is one of the biggest obstacles to completing a project on time and within budget. CONTENT Keeping an eye on the big picture Take ideas from or follow already approved processes Assign names, dates, and consequences Use project management software Stay organized Manage priorities and … Continue reading “Streamline project processes”

Project management implies a diverse mix of skills, know-how, time management and communication abilities. CONTENT Project management: Project scope management Project management: Priority management Project management: Communication management Project management: Managing stakeholder expectations Project management: Change management Project management: Improving efficiency through software To efficiently approach all these activities, it is very important for any … Continue reading “Project management: how to best coordinate a project”

Eliminating waste in projects can help you achieve success more easily and increase productivity. CONTENT Types of waste in projects Introduction to lean management Lean project management benefits Eliminating waste in projects: Lean management key principles In project management, when projects become complex, cycle times become longer, resulting in several possible wastes. If left uncontrolled, … Continue reading “Eliminating waste in projects”

Successfully completing a project is no piece of cake, even for the most experienced project managers. CONTENT Successfully complete a project: Clearly define the project scope Successfully complete a project: Choose team members wisely Successfully complete a project: Outline goals and keep them SMART Successfully complete a project: Manage data Successfully complete a project: Track … Continue reading “Successfully completing a project”