5 Ways to Save Time (And Money) On Your Enterprise Construction Projects
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by Jeff Collins
When it comes to enterprise construction projects, there are always a few key things to keep in mind. For starters, time and money are two of the most valuable resources that you have at your disposal. The key thing to takeaway, however, is that these are not renewable resources. You don’t have an infinite supply…
Read more6 Project Risks That Can Lead to Sabotage
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Risk is a certain fundamental element of every project. No matter how hard you try to avoid it, it will rear its ugly head time and again. The key is looking at the big picture at the outset of a project, however, and identifying these risks up front so you know exactly what steps you…
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6 Qualities You Should Look For in an IT Support Service
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by Jeff Collins
Outsourcing IT support solutions has become a common practice for many businesses. Outsourced solutions provide additional benefits to your organization and improve your productivity. However, choosing an Outsourced IT solution requires a bit of research. You need to know that your chosen solution will be able to provide a greater benefit to your organization than…
Read more6 Reasons Why Projects Fail, Even When Using PM Software
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Project management software is a valuable tool to team leaders everywhere. It is not, however, designed to do all of your work for you. A large number of project managers have issues with project management software and achieving the types of success that they need. By understanding the common types of issues that people in…
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6 Reasons Your Project Could Benefit From Staff Augmentation Services
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Throughout the course of your projects, you may find yourself in need of staff augmentation services. In a basic sense, staff augmentation services enable you to expand your existing workforce, but the benefits extend beyond schedule needs. As a project manager, you need to consider how staff augmentation can help you ensure the success of…
Read more6 Tips for Effectively Managing Small Projects
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Do you ever sit and think about how many responsibilities you have to fulfill today? Without realizing it, you will be communicating with your students, clients, or coworkers. You will need to make sure your income exceeds your expenses, and you will still need to meet the expectations of your superiors. This may sound like…
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6 Tips for Passing the PMP Certification
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Passing the PMP Certification shows future employers you have the skills necessary to successfully organize, run, and oversee a given project. The PMP Certification is the only globally recognized certification for project management, and companies will usually hire someone with this certification over someone who lacks it. To help you prepare for the exam, follow…
Read more7 Common Project Portfolio Dashboard Mistakes
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A project portfolio dashboard is a powerful tool that provides insights into project performance, enabling effective decision-making. However, without careful consideration and planning, common mistakes can hinder its effectiveness. In this blog, we will explore seven common project portfolio dashboard mistakes and provide guidance on how to avoid them, ensuring your dashboard delivers accurate, actionable…
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7 PMP Exam Prep Books and Resources You Should Utilize
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To gain a competitive advantage over other project managers, you need to obtain your PMP certification. The PMP exam is considered the defining factor of the best project managers and project management staff around the world. However, the exam requires attention, preparation, and a commitment to superior understanding of project management skills. Before you decide…
Read more7 Project Scheduling Best Practices You Can’t Afford to Ignore
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Projects of all sizes need to have proper project schedules in order to stay within their proper timelines and scope. Project scheduling software like Oracle’s Primavera P6, allows you to organize tasks and keep track of changes as they come along. Although a software will allow you to stay organized and keep track of things, there are other…
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8 Project Processes to Amp Up Performance
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Large projects with many steps and multiple teams performing the work can quickly devolve into a mire of confusion if managers aren’t careful. That’s why project processes are so important, because they keep everything on track, ensure employees are accountable to their superiors and the work that is expected of them, and provide valuable tools for oversight,…
Read moreA 3-Step Approach for Better Project Performance
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Project managers are tasked with difficult projects on a regular basis. The approach that they adopt goes a long way in determining the quality of the results. To achieve better project performance, project managers should embark on new challenges with an organized and well thought out approach instead of a haphazard one. 3 Steps to…
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