The Two Most Important Documents – Initiation

Do you know the two most important documents in the Initiation phase of Project Management? In 2021, I wrote a couple of classes to present at a conference. The classes were canceled, and I thought I would offer the material here. The intent is to create a 5-part series for each phase of the Project Management process. Let us know if this is useful to […]

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How to Write a Problem Statement

How to Write a Problem Statement

Project management is all about solving problems and delivering results. When your manager comes to you with a project proposal, it’s because there’s a business issue that needs resolution. Part of the job of a project manager is to define that problem so that it is solvable, then develop the plan, the schedules, and handle the deliverables. It all starts with the problem statement. As […]

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Project planning – problems, scope, and deliverables

Plans are nothing; planning is everything. — Dwight D. Eisenhower If you missed Project Initiation: Let’s get this party started! go ahead and check it out now. For some companies, project planning is a nuisance.  As project managers, we often must balance the urgency of senior management to see results and the importance of ensuring the team knows exactly what they are trying to accomplish. We know […]

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