http://www.articlesphere.com/Category/Project-Management/475 Project Management articles from Find Articles at ArticleSphere.com Rss Follow Up Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:36:42 -0700 No matter what economists and pundits say, when you focus on Customers as much as (or more than) spreadsheets you will bust through any economic downturn with upward financial trends. Building solid Customer relationships - in every economy - is the key to staying in the black and keeping your company on track. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Why-I-m-Not-Participating-in-the-Recession/142325 Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Why-I-m-Not-Participating-in-the-Recession/142325 Procrastination is hardly considered a positive trait. Most people do it despite their best efforts not to, and many of us set New Years resolutions to stop doing it-which we'll get around to doing eventually, we swear. But is it really that bad to procrastinate? http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/The-Creative-Process---Why-It-s-OK-To-Procrastinate/141423 Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/The-Creative-Process---Why-It-s-OK-To-Procrastinate/141423 All purchases require some level of planning. The intensity of the planning is relevant to the purchase being made. You do this already, right? http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Procurement-Management/140812 Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Procurement-Management/140812 PRINCE2 provides a structure for projects to be dealt with in a professional and organised manner, no matter the size or the complexity of the project. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/A-Procedural--Worksheet-On-PRINCE2-Project-Management/140090 Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/A-Procedural--Worksheet-On-PRINCE2-Project-Management/140090 Project managers know - or should know - the iron triangle of project management sometimes called the triple constraints of project management because all projects are constrained by these three elements: time, cost, and scope. My nemesis is the angle on the left: time. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Managing-the-Project-Time/134585 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Managing-the-Project-Time/134585 Good project management is essential for the successful implementation of any project. The Project Management Board was developed to provide the management of the physical and technical aspects of the project. The PRINCE2 project management method provides training that is necessary for members of the Project Management Board. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/PRINCE2-and-the-Project-Management-Board/134530 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/PRINCE2-and-the-Project-Management-Board/134530 PRINCE2 training courses are available across the UK for people who work within project management. PRINCE2 enables people to approach project management in a structured and organised way that can be tailored to any project. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/PRINCE2-Training-Courses-for-Structured-Project-Management/115188 Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/PRINCE2-Training-Courses-for-Structured-Project-Management/115188 Project management for construction engagements can be an all-encompassing job. Oftentimes managers in these roles are ultimately responsible for every aspect of the construction project. This includes managing all employees and contractors, all equipment used and the project budget. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-for-Construction/108941 Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-for-Construction/108941 This article will give a brief history and overview of project management. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management--A-Brief-History/107370 Sat, 13 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management--A-Brief-History/107370 Project management training involves hands-on experience for project managers to learn the principles that lead to successful execution of projects. It's value cannot be overlooked, as investments in such training will result in measurable benefits to an organization's profits. Traditionally it has evolved from the benefits of a set framework of principles and best practices. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Helps-To-Make-Learning-Fun-For-Kids/106237 Sat, 06 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Helps-To-Make-Learning-Fun-For-Kids/106237 Are you doing the same work for the last many years? Are you passed over for every promotion? Do you think that you can be a good manager but do not possess the experience to help you grab attractive job opportunities? If the answer to any of the given questions is 'Yes' then project management training may offer help for you. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-And-Your-Career/106130 Sat, 06 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-And-Your-Career/106130 A project is defined as any assignment which has a fixed beginning and a definite end. In today's society, most work is based on project methodology. It would thus be imperative that we develop an understanding of projects and management tools and methods used in order to meet the project requirements. Management, technology, etc, are just a small portion of Projack Management training. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Utilizing-New-Computer-Games/106129 Sat, 06 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Utilizing-New-Computer-Games/106129 Proper project management is very essential for the successful initiation and execution of any worth while project. It involves proper planning of resources and management of these resources in a manner that helps to achieve the project objectives. Resources to be considered are infrastructure, finances and effective management tools, human capital. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Management-Tools---A-Useful-Tool-Box-For-Successful-Project-Execution/106122 Sat, 06 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Management-Tools---A-Useful-Tool-Box-For-Successful-Project-Execution/106122 Project management training entails training the personnel to work on and manage each aspect of a project so that all resources can be applied to the maximum extent. To manage a project, project management tools can be used by the project manager. And, without able leadership the project can fail as leadership plays a major part in project management. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Is-An-Essential-Sport/106037 Fri, 05 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Is-An-Essential-Sport/106037 Needless to say,for an organization there is no more important task than to develop their important asset of all it's workforce. Training the workforce is very important to help each employee to understand and reach his potential; educate the workforce and connect them emotionally to achieve organizational objectives. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training---A-Key-To-Profitable-Organization/106029 Fri, 05 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training---A-Key-To-Profitable-Organization/106029 An integral part of any effective project management training curriculum are project management training books. In an organisation, workforce or the employees is the most important asset which should be managed well if the organization has to succeed. Employees should be managed in such a way that they understand their hidden potential and learn to perform to the best of their abilities. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Books-Form-Ideal-Collection-Of-Management-Books/106025 Fri, 05 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Books-Form-Ideal-Collection-Of-Management-Books/106025 Project management training is an essential process in current stage. As a project must be completed within a deadline, how it should be started, managed and ended plays an important role in all projects. The project methodology and project management tools must be understood to fulfill the project objectives efficiently. The training is significant to consider the technology and management within the project. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Through-Game-Based-Learning/106024 Fri, 05 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training-Through-Game-Based-Learning/106024 Project management training refers to practical, hands-on experience for project managers in learning the principles and practices that lead to effective and successful project management. It has traditionally revolved around the benefits of a set framework of principles and 'best practices' that are a part of effective project management. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training--Why-It-Is-Important-/105978 Fri, 05 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Management-Training--Why-It-Is-Important-/105978 If you don't plan to allow enough time for your project to be designed, printed and delivered, then you may still be able to have your project completed in time, but the design will have to be rushed. This means that your designer will put aside other client's work and work late nights, even weekends, to get your project out - but at a price. And the price takes several forms other than just financial. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/What-Rushing-Your-Design-Project-Really-Means/105592 Wed, 03 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/What-Rushing-Your-Design-Project-Really-Means/105592 Leaders are not do-it-all heroes. You should not claim to know everything, and you should not rely upon your skills alone. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/The-Ideal-Leader-in-you-Project-management/103843 Sun, 23 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/The-Ideal-Leader-in-you-Project-management/103843 Lead time is one of the most often overlooked aspects of a design project. For some projects it's not a huge concern - you just need to get your designs reasonably quickly so you can start marketing. You should expect quick service from any designer. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Good-Design-Doesn-t-Get-Done-In-A-Day---Part-1-of-2/97631 Fri, 20 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Good-Design-Doesn-t-Get-Done-In-A-Day---Part-1-of-2/97631 Project Teams - How To Ensure Their Success By Andrew Cox To maximize the contribution of project teams, five Essentials need to be in place. The good news is that the essentials to team success don't require the expenditure of large amounts of capital or expense money, and don't require new brick and mortar. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Teams---How-to-Ensure-Their-Success/88681 Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Project-Teams---How-to-Ensure-Their-Success/88681 The project Management methodology PRINCE2 started life in 1975 as PROMPT2, developed by Simpact Systems Ltd, a UK company.2005 saw the release of a significant update of the PRINCE2 documentation. and today it is the standard methodology for all government information systems projects. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/PRINCE2-History-and-Overview/85690 Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/PRINCE2-History-and-Overview/85690 In project management, when we talk about "power" we mean the ability of the project manager to influence the behavior of team and other stakeholders. Knowing the different types of power in project management, and knowing how and when to use them, can be crucial to managing projects successfully. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Powerful-Project-Managers---Their-Secrets-Revealed/82708 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Powerful-Project-Managers---Their-Secrets-Revealed/82708 In recent years there has been an enormous growth in both the adoption of Project Management and the numbers of PMP's (Project management Professionals) in China. But there are barriers to Chinese project managers working in English-speaking countries, due to the Chinese educational system. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Chinese-Project-Managers-face-Barriers-to-Western-Acceptance/81719 Sat, 31 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Chinese-Project-Managers-face-Barriers-to-Western-Acceptance/81719