Today, dozens of first-time project managers will begin their very first assignments with excitement—and a fair amount of anxiety. To help them navigate this new role and avoid common pitfalls, I’m sharing 10 essential rules for managing projects successfully. Rule 1: Create a Solid Business Plan Ensure your project is grounded in a thoughtful, well-supported […]
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The closing phase of an IT project is more than a final formality—it’s a critical stage that determines how value is captured, lessons are retained, and success is measured. Poor project closure can leave technical debt, unresolved issues, and missed opportunities for improvement. In contrast, a structured and thoughtful closure process can enhance organizational learning
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We’ve already discussed the importance of predictability in project execution, especially when it comes to the commitments made by project team members to key stakeholders (we’ll use this term to refer to all interested parties for simplicity). This topic ties directly into the broader questions: “What constitutes a project failure? Why do projects fail?” According to
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In project-driven organizations, choosing the right project management software is one of the most important decisions a leader can make. A well-selected Project Management Information System (PMIS) should support the team’s workflows and enhance the overall effectiveness of project execution. To make an informed decision, organizations should evaluate the software based on four key categories:
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