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Microsoft Planner vs Twproject: which is the better alternative to Project?
It’s official: Microsoft Project Online has announced that it is being discontinued; it will cease to exist by September 2026. The news is reported on the company’s website and leaves project managers who have relied on this PMO software until now with many questions. The question arises as to whether to switch to other solutions,…
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Obtaining project budget approval: 5 key tips
Obtaining project budget approval is not an easy task. Every project comes with costs, and generally, the larger and more complex the project, the more difficult it will be to get approval. CONTENT Obtaining budget approval: What to consider when making a project budget 1. Cost estimates 2. Budget contingency 3. The bottom-up approach 4.…
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Differences between Project Management and Program Management: Full Guide
Project Management and Program Management are related and often interconnected disciplines. Projects are like trains managed by a project manager who helps drive a team’s work to achieve goals and produce a finished product or service. A program, in contrast, is like a set of trains running on different tracks but headed for the same…
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Scope Management: managing the project scope
The Scope Management of a project is the set of processes necessary to ensure that the scope of a project is precisely defined and mapped. Project scope management techniques enable project managers to assign the right amount of work required in order to successfully complete a project, particularly by controlling what is and what is…
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Kanban board: a quick and easy way to keep everything in check
Some assignments are one-offs, whereas others require more planning and coordination – and that’s where the Kanban board steps in. CONTENT Kanban board: what is it? Kanban board anatomy Setting up a Kanban board: how to do it? A Kanban board can be either physical or digital Set up columns Why is a Kanban board…
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The Project Management Plan as a project compass
What is a project management plan? You probably already know it, but if this is not the case, or if you still have doubts, read this article and we will try to explain it. Contracts have been signed, handshakes have taken place and a new project is officially on its way. TABLE OF CONTENTS What…
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Project scorecard: what it is and how to use it
The project scorecard is a key document that provides insight into the effectiveness of a project. A well-defined evaluation framework helps analyze successes and failures, enabling informed decision-making regarding future initiatives. A consistent evaluation method enables companies to improve accountability and transparency, promoting a culture of constant improvement. CONTENT What is project evaluation? What is…
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Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR): Project selection methods
Distinguishing between data returned by Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR) (two project selection methods), when analyzing a project, is important because these methods can yield contradictory results. The resulting difference could be due to a difference in cash flow between the two projects. Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate…
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Resource management: everything you need to know
Resource Management, or the ability to manage resources useful for the execution of a project, is one of the skills definitely required in the case of a Project Manager. It is logic that an organization uses different resources for the execution of a single project. These resources typically include people, equipment, information, materials, time, and…
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How to develop effective sustainable projects
Pursuing sustainable projects has become an important focus for companies in many industries. In fact, the global community is increasingly recognizing the importance of environmental and social sustainability, and companies are beginning to understand the need to adopt sustainable practices in their operations. Embracing greener initiatives not only helps to preserve our planet better but…
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The communication plan for project management
Successful projects are based on effective communication. This is why a communication plan is so important: it represents the basis of a structured communication strategy, capable of conveying the right message to the right people, in the right format at the right time. The level of quality with which one communicates during the life cycle…
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The best project management tools for IT companies
In the dynamic world of IT companies, project management is a crucial task that requires appropriate tools to address industry-specific challenges, such as: CONTENT Needs and criticalities of project management in IT companies The ranking of the best project development software for IT companies 1. Twproject 2. Zoho Projects 3. Asana 4. Jira 5. Kantata…
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Analytical skills for successful projects
As a project manager, possessing analytical skills for successful projects is the absolute core of required skills. Analytical thinking can help you explore complex problems, make decisions and find solutions effectively. CONTENT What are analytical skills? The analytical thought process Why are analytical skills important? Analytical skills examples How to improve analytical skills How a…