The PERT diagram is a project management tool used to plan, organize and coordinate activities within a project. PERT stands for “Program Evaluation Review Technique“, a methodology developed by the Navy in 1957 to manage the Polaris submarine missile program. The PERT method focuses on the important dates and deadlines of a project, known as … Continue reading “The PERT diagram in a project: When do we have to use it”

How can you transform a vision into reality while preventing challenges and problems? By having a sound action plan. CONTENT What is an action plan Why you need an action plan How to develop an action plan How to optimise the use of an action plan Yeah, a sound plan is a nice catch phrase, … Continue reading “Action Plan: what is and when to implement it (in Project Management and beyond)”

Change management is a critical process for any project manager. Even the most thoroughly planned projects are subject to internal or external change. In such cases, managing change effectively is paramount to ensuring project success. A project manager’s understanding and mastery of the art of change management is a highly desirable skill and an absolute … Continue reading “Change Management: how to manage change in a project”

Work packages, what are they and what relation do they have with wbs? That’s what we will discuss in this article. CONTENT What are project Work Packages Why are work packages important? Work package performance measurement Work package preparation guidelines A work package is a set of inter-related activities within a project. These activities are … Continue reading “Work packages: what are they and what relation do they have with wbs?”

The analysis of the costs (and benefits) of a project, is crucial in project management and is often the most critical element for a project manager. Let us take a closer look at this essential process. When managing a project, it is necessary to make many important decisions, such as implementing project monitoring and control … Continue reading “Analysis of the costs of a project”

The choice of an iterative project management method is mandatory for keeping pace with the ever-changing market demand. CONTENT What does “iterative method” mean within projects? Iterative method process: how does it work? Iterative model advantages Intrinsic version check Quick trend inversion Great for agile organizations Early risk identification and response Experimentation Iterative Model Drawbacks … Continue reading “The iterative method within projects: an opportunity to seize”

Measuring costs and benefits of a project isn’t something that can be left to the feelings of the Project Manager. We are talking about the essence of the company’s business and therefore we need certain elements on which to make assessments. When managing a project, in fact, you need to make many key decisions, taking … Continue reading “Cost-benefit analysis in a project”

Time management is one of the most important aspects in managing a project. In order to estimate the time accurately, it is necessary to have a correct understanding of the two concepts of effort and duration. CONTENT INDEX What is effort The concept of Schedule Padding Techniques to avoid Schedule Padding Advice for a correct … Continue reading “Effort and duration: key differences in the estimate of project”

In the project management world, keeping business costs under control is critical to any project’s success. As projects become more complex and the pressure to keep costs to a minimum grows, project management tools such as Twproject become indispensable. Here in this article, we will explore how to monitor business costs effectively. INDICE DEI CONTENUTI … Continue reading “How to monitor and cut business costs with Twproject”

Building a cross-functional team in your company is key to business success. In a modern, competitive work environment, businesses must be able to adapt quickly and respond to challenges that arise. But how can you build a cross-functional team? What value does it bring to the company? Let’s find out. CONTENTS Why it is crucial … Continue reading “How to build a cross-functional team in your business”

Flowchart is very important in project management – perhaps fundamental – because it improves work flow efficiency and makes the project transparent. CONTENT What is a flowchart? Why use a project management process flowchart? How to draw a flowchart How to benefit by using software Lack of transparency is one of the main causes of … Continue reading “Flowchart: what is it and why it is important in a project”

When comparing Scrum vs. Agile, many professionals are left debating which framework is better suited to optimize their processes and maximize project efficiency. In the project management world, these terms often go hand in hand. But what do they mean, and how can they impact your projects’ success? This article will explore the nuances of … Continue reading “Scrum vs Agile: which framework is best for your needs?”