If there's one part of project management that's bigger than all the rest, it's project scheduling. Since a project is defined as a temporary endeavor with a distinct beginning and end, defining when that end takes place and making sure it finishes on time are, by definition, extremely important to any project, large or small.... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
The project deadlines are firm but the resources are occupied. The deadlines have been tightened but the quality must stay the same. The customer wants the highest quality product at the lowest cost. These are some of the many issues a project manager must deal with on a daily basis. On a foundational level, the... [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
Imagine the following scenarios: A phone call or meeting with the client smooths over late delivery of a report. A subcontractor completes his task late and offers a financial discount that improves the project's economics. These are not uncommon scenarios, and they appear to render the current schedule meaningless. Does this mean it was a... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
Missing deadlines reflects poorly on a project manager. With few exceptions, deadlines are a major component of project success. Because projects are by definition temporary, someone has authorized the project and expects its deliverables in a timely fashion. A schedule management plan is a subset of the project management plan whose purpose is to put... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer