Project team management is the process of tracking team member performance, providing feedback, resolving issues, and managing project resources to optimize project performance. It is one of the central cogs in the wheel of project management, and also one of the most difficult. No wonder why many books have been written about it from many perspectives. But like … [Read more...]
The art of making a decision is a daily occurrence for most people, both at home and at work. We've all experienced projects where the best path forward is unclear, or there is no option without a major negative side effect. What does the science say about decision making that could help us? Decision making is the process of choosing a course of action from among … [Read more...]
In the realm of project management, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just knocking on the door; it's already inside, reshaping the landscape with every passing day. As we look into the future, the integration of AI into project management promises a seismic shift in how projects are planned, executed, and ultimately, how project managers perform their roles. Here's a … [Read more...]
Project management is more than just working with numbers, charts, templates, graphs, and computer systems. A common denominator in all projects is people. There is nothing more powerful than a project manager who utilizes one of the three main project management methodologies but focuses most of their time on being a strong leader. This is because strong project … [Read more...]
You have a malfunction. Or your project ran into problems. Or your plant's production has fallen. There could be one main reason, or several reasons for the negative event. There could be a chain of events which was initiated by a root cause. How do you decipher the complex web of events which culminated in the negative outcome? You need a … [Read more...]
A force field analysis is a decision making tool which clarifies the advantages and disadvantages of making a decision. It is an important tool for project managers and executives, and basically anyone who needs to get a firm grasp of the underlying issues before making a big decision. It's pretty basic. In fact, it's so simple you might wonder why it has a … [Read more...]
