Month: November 2020
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Guidance for Project Management Professionals on Cross-Cultural Communication
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As a project management professional, it’s crucial to recognize that communication styles vary significantly across cultures. What might be considered acceptable and effective in one culture could be detrimental in another. Adapting to Different Communication Styles Pay close attention to how different cultures express disagreement. Some cultures value directness and see open disagreement as a…
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Beyond the Triple Constraint: What Really Makes a Project Successful
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Project success is often narrowly defined by the “triple constraint” – delivering on time, within budget, and to specification. While these factors are undeniably important, they represent a limited view in today’s dynamic environment. A truly successful project transcends these basic parameters, delivering lasting value and driving strategic goals. Here’s a broader perspective on what…
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Guidance for Project Management Professionals: Avoiding and Addressing Troubled Projects
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Overview This document provides guidance to project management professionals on recognizing and addressing troubled projects. While it focuses on technical aspects, it’s crucial to remember that commercial, contractual, financial, and legal factors also play significant roles in project health. This information should be used in conjunction with other resources covering those areas. Early Warning Signs…
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Guidance for Project Management Professionals on Troubled Projects
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Troubled projects can significantly impact profitability and negatively affect a company’s reputation for client satisfaction and service quality. Maintaining a strong reputation is crucial for attracting new clients and retaining existing ones. Once a company’s reputation is damaged, it can be challenging to recover. Troubled projects are an unavoidable reality in the IT services industry,…
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Program Recovery Methodology
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This article distils an approach followed into a repeatable process with discrete steps that form the nucleus of a formal program recovery methodology. . Top Level Approach: Methodology Overview Program Recovery management requires more than just technical solutions. In an emotionally charged environment, where blame is often directed between teams, the role of the recovery…