A Project Management Office (PMO) is a dynamic hub within an organization that empowers project success by supporting project managers and teams. Far from a one-size-fits-all solution, PMO's vary widely in their roles, responsibilities, and structure, shaped by the unique needs of the organization they serve. Whether providing hands-on project management, offering strategic advice, or... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
PRINCE2 is one of the world's main project management methodologies. It was developed by the UK government and is administered by Axelos, a company partially owned by the UK government. Axelos administers the two PRINCE2 certifications: PRINCE2 Foundation and PRINCE2 Practitioner. The latter is the main certification, and the former is the more basic, "associate"... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
PRINCE2 is one of the main project management methodologies in use in the world today. PRINCE2 is built on the foundation of project roles. There are 9 roles outlined in the method, which all must be filled even if the same person fills multiple roles. These roles are: Executive Project Board Senior User Senior Supplier... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
How would you feel if your boss gave you a 23% raise? That's how much the Project Management Institute reports that certified project managers earn over and above non-certified ones. Job security also increased substantially over the 33,000 professionals surveyed in 37 countries. So how do you become a part of this club? I've been... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
Your project team is the single biggest factor in the successful completion of your project. At its core, a project is nothing more than a bunch of people collaborating to deliver a result, and the quality of their work defines the outcome. Building a high-performing team starts with choosing the right individuals and inspiring them... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
In the intricate symphony of project management, crafting a project schedule is the conductor’s baton—the single most critical tool for bringing harmony to chaos. For a project manager, it’s not just a task; it’s the cornerstone of their role, dictating how resources, timelines, and teams align to deliver success. A well-crafted schedule transforms abstract goals... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
In project management, the project team is the heartbeat of any successful project, driving the technical work outlined in the project’s organizational chart. Reporting to the project manager, team members execute the tasks that turn plans into reality. While small projects may see the project manager and team roles overlap, these distinct responsibilities remain critical,... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
The Project Management Office (PMO) is a cornerstone of organizational success, yet its roles can seem elusive due to their broad and evolving nature. In recent years, PMO's have matured, with more defined and standardized responsibilities that drive project excellence. Whether you're launching a new PMO or refining an existing one, understanding its potential functions... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
The project sponsor is an integral part of the project management organizational chart. In fact, every project has a sponsor in one form or another. It is a central cog in the wheel in the existence of a project. The project sponsor is NOT a personal financial contributor to the project. Think of it this... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
Although it isn't in the dictionary, the project management industry uses the term deliverables almost daily. I must say, I am tired of MS Word underlining it as a spelling mistake. Deliverables are the products, services, and results that a project produces. Thus, they are the cornerstone to project success. Every project has to produce something.... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
Every project has distinct roles that must be fulfilled in order to function properly and provide the products or services it was intended to provide. As a minimum, it needs a project manager and a project team who does the work, although those roles could be fulfilled by the same person. It also needs a... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
There is no universal definition of project success. Since the very definition of a project is temporary (Project Management Body of Knowledge, 6th Edition), virtually all projects must meet a deadline and budget. But some projects must satisfy certain stakeholders. Others must meet regulatory criteria. Still others must achieve a certain return on investment. For these reasons,... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
Risk analysis is an often omitted area of project management, probably because you can't see its results in a direct way. On top of that, small projects just don't seem like they have the time and budget to justify the time spent. But I would argue that analyzing risk is one of the easiest ways... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer