Project management

Among the professionals working in the public procurement field, a particular role is covered by project management for the Head Project Manager (RUP – Responsabile Unico del Procedimento, in Italian). But what is it all about? What are the specific tasks of this position? Let’s discuss it in this article. CONTENT Who is the Head … Continue reading "Project management as Head Project Manager"

Executive summary, what is it? It’s a question every good project manager should be asking. Time Magazine reports that 55% of people read content for as little as 15 seconds, which is also true in the case of project management. Attention levels are at an all-time low, including those of potential investors and project stakeholders. … Continue reading "Executive summary: What it is and what it is for in project management"

Measuring project performance is an expectation that any business effort comes with. CONTENT Why is it important to measure project performance? Celebrate successes Find areas where improvement can be made Make organizational decisions Metrics for measuring project performance Cost calculation Meeting deadlines Return on investment Earned Value Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) … Continue reading "How to measure project performance"

In project management, we constantly ask what allows us to create value for stakeholders, which involves considering tangible benefits. CONTENT What are tangible benefits? Tangible benefits management process Tangible benefits definition Benefit organization Tangible benefits implementation and monitoring Benefit evaluation How to evaluate tangible benefits Not all financial benefits are the same, so it is … Continue reading "Tangible benefits: What are they? Do you know them all?"

When we refer to intangible benefits, it does not mean that these are not real. CONTENT What is an intangible benefit? What are the intangible benefits? Why is it important to consider intangible benefits in a project? Never lose sight of the intangible benefits How do intangible benefits are measured? The peculiarity is that, unlike … Continue reading "What are the intangible benefits of a project?"

A quality project management app makes planning, executing, and monitoring project progress a piece of cake. By using the right software, you can create a transparent record so that everyone knows who is doing what and when and at what point in the project you are. Let’s take a look at what a project management … Continue reading "Project management app"

Risk analysis in project management becomes a very important aspect in the success of a project. Projects capitalize on resources and opportunities, and from these stem uncertainty, challenges, and risks; in fact, the thing that a project manager wants to deal with last is risk. Let’s define what risk analysis is in project management, why … Continue reading "Risk analysis in project management"

Which methodology between Waterfall vs. Agile to choose? Every project comes with its own set of unique challenges, and this one, specifically, occurs in every scenario. Now, more than ever, it is crucial to ensure that the development methodologies used by an organization are tailored to the specific circumstances. In fact, each option affects the … Continue reading "Waterfall vs Agile: Which methodology to choose for project management?"

Value Stream Mapping can be a powerful tool to help you determine how to improve supply chains that involve complex processes. CONTENT What is Value Stream Mapping (VSM)? How to achieve value stream mapping VSM can be leveraged to get a full picture and understanding of the entire process, or it can be targeted at … Continue reading "Value Stream Mapping: What it is used for, and how to properly implement it"

The goal of Lean Automation is to satisfy customers at the lowest cost possible. CONTENT What is Lean Automation? Benefits of Lean Automation for companies Lean Automation: Waste elimination Lean Automation: Internet of Things Lean Automation: Cost management Lean Automation: Improved security Lean Automation: Improved accuracy Lean Automation: Front and back office automation Lean Automation: … Continue reading "Lean Automation: What is it and how businesses benefit from it"

Lean accounting has grown in popularity in the first decade of the 21st century as an increasing number of companies have embraced lean production and lean processes. CONTENT What is lean accounting? How does lean accounting work? 1. Simplifying financial reporting 2. Tracking financial data that matters and removing waste 3. Understanding what creates the … Continue reading "Lean accounting: How to implement it for a successful management analysis"

Project management for the construction industry is arguably one of the most intricate segments of project management ever. Whether you’re building a shopping mall or a residential building, there are countless elements and people in a construction project that must be accurately coordinated. CONTENT What is project management for the construction industry? What are the … Continue reading "Project management for the construction industry"

A customizable project management software makes project planning, execution and progress tracking a piece of cake. CONTENT What is a project management software? 1. Collaboration 2. Programming and planning 3. Resource management 4. Budget management 5. Documentation If you can implement a variety of features. For example, you can create a transparent record so that … Continue reading "A customizable project management software"

No project plan is complete without a project management timeline. CONTENT What is a project management timeline? Project management timeline advantages How to create a project management timeline Understand your project scope Split your project into milestones Estimate how long each activity will take Assign tasks to your team Choose project management software Track each … Continue reading "Project management timeline"

How to carry out a project? It can be a tough task to deal with. The quote “If you fail at planning you are planning for failure” when it comes to project management couldn’t be any truer. CONTENT Define your project scope Define your timeline Consider your available resources Define your milestones Don’t forget how … Continue reading "How to carry out a project: 10 tips to not go wrong"