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Manage projects with WBS (Work Breakdown Structure)
It is much easier than you think to manage projects with WBS if you use the right tools. The WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) is a “a deliverable-oriented hierarchical decomposition of the work to be executed by the team”, at least that’s how PMBOK defines it. CONTENT How to create a project with the WBS The use of … Continue reading "Manage projects with WBS (Work Breakdown Structure)"
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Implementing a project: steps to follow
A project implementation plan is a core strategic document that keeps the team’s work on track. It is a tremendously valuable planning tool that can make or break your project’s success or failure. It is a fairly comprehensive document, and it may be challenging for those who have never created one before. However, don’t worry! … Continue reading "Implementing a project: steps to follow"
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How to streamline management processes and increase productivity in marketing agencies
Agencies operating in the marketing sector, which today is almost entirely digital marketing, are at the centre of a growth trend that will persist in the coming years. The consequences of this growth are increased day-to-day challenges in managing complex teams and projects in an increasingly competitive market. TABLE OF CONTENTS How to increase creativity … Continue reading "How to streamline management processes and increase productivity in marketing agencies"
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Project requirements: how to collect and analyze them
Project requirements are a key aspect in order to complete the project on time and without exceeding budget limits. This is one of the essential skills of a project manager, often underestimated, which consists in the collection and analysis of these aspects of the plan. Understanding clearly the requirements of any project you are about … Continue reading "Project requirements: how to collect and analyze them"
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The Quality Plan: an essential project document
The quality plan is often overlooked in project development, yet it is strategic in defining the route and results, let’s see how. CONTENT What information should a project plan include? What is project quality planning? Project quality plan model development All projects, at their end, must produce / provide something, the so-called project output. In … Continue reading "The Quality Plan: an essential project document"
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Waterfall methodology: what it is and what it is for
The Waterfall Methodology is called this way because it develops systematically from one stage to another in a downward direction. Basically, you cannot proceed to the next stage unless you have completed the previous one first. First introduced by Dr. Winston W. Royce in an article published in 1970, the Waterfall methodology is a classic … Continue reading "Waterfall methodology: what it is and what it is for"
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Strategies for optimizing project production factor
In view of the increasingly competitive nature of most modern industries, business leaders committed to optimizing the production factor often regard it as a priority. Success, in this case, requires overcoming multiple challenges: having a competent team, setting clear objectives, establishing timelines, and, most importantly, ensuring effective project performance. Improving project performance is a dynamic … Continue reading "Strategies for optimizing project production factor"
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Methods and tools to improve overview in engineering teams
In an increasingly specialized environment, the need for an overview in engineering teams is a fundamental requirement. Lack of this perspective can lead to inefficiencies and difficulties in coordination between different areas of expertise. TABLE OF CONTENT 1. What is meant by Overview 1.1 Widening perspective 1.2 Communication 1.3. Flexibility 2. Soluzioni per migliorare la … Continue reading "Methods and tools to improve overview in engineering teams"
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Project deadline management: what tools to use?
Deadline management is like a safety net that prevents projects from plummeting into chaos. Deadlines are milestones that mark progress and guide the team toward achieving goals. When deadlines are met, projects succeed, clients are satisfied, and the team can celebrate positive results. So today, we will take a look at how best to manage … Continue reading "Project deadline management: what tools to use?"
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How to manage business tasks efficiently
Managing business tasks efficiently is directly proportional to how well employees and teams use their skills, tools, and technologies. High productivity in the workplace is often associated with increased profitability, better employee morale, and a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Successful organizations can properly align their people, processes, and technologies to create an environment conducive … Continue reading "How to manage business tasks efficiently"
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Measuring project efficiency with productivity indexes
A core element of project management is assessing and measuring a project’s success using the correct productivity indexes. Organizations in all sectors constantly seek to achieve their strategic goals and provide added value to their stakeholders. Yet, determining whether a project has achieved its expected objectives and goals requires a structured approach and robust evaluation … Continue reading "Measuring project efficiency with productivity indexes"
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Product roadmap: How to best design it
The roadmap of a product is actually more than an unimportant detail to which you do not pay much attention. A few simple reflections are enough to change your mind quickly. INDICE DEI CONTENUTI What is a product roadmap? How to create a product roadmap in 5 steps 1. Define the product strategy 2. Collect … Continue reading "Product roadmap: How to best design it"
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Solutions for better project control in consulting companies
Are you a project manager in a consulting company and would like to keep your company’s activities and projects under control with more order and efficiency? Do you perceive the need to unify business processes in order to make work less scattered? In this article we will provide you with some tips for optimising project … Continue reading "Solutions for better project control in consulting companies"
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Kanban vs Scrum: Key differences and when to use them
Kanban vs. Scrum are two widely used project management approaches for organizing and managing work. These two methodologies each have their distinct principles and practices and are best suited for different scenarios. In this article, we will examine the key differences between Kanban and Scrum and when to use one or the other method. CONTENT … Continue reading "Kanban vs Scrum: Key differences and when to use them"
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How to manage complex projects in production companies
What are the main challenges for production companies when managing projects and how can they best be addressed? In this article, we will try to frame and summarise the internal management issues affecting the manufacturing industry sector and see how to face them. CONTENT Foreword: the need for coordinated actions 1. Challenges of production companies: … Continue reading "How to manage complex projects in production companies"
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