In order to understand the complex profession of project management, we must first define the word 'project.' A project is a temporary endeavor that: Has specific objectives to be completed within certain specifications Has defined start and end dates Has funding limits (if applicable) Consumes human and non-human resources (i.e. money, people, equipment) Cuts … [Read more...]
Taken from Project Management, A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling and Controlling by Dr. Harold Kerzner, PhD. Adopt a project management methodology and use it consistently. Implement a philosophy that drives the company toward project management maturity and communicate it to everyone. Commit to developing effective plans at the beginning of each … [Read more...]
Engineers are not normally taught the principles of project management, although it is a critical function in their careers. Most engineers see themselves as technical experts, not project managers, but business is business and every engineer I know of seems to find themselves face to face with the realities of timelines, budgets, and people management on a regular … [Read more...]
