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Can project managers play the long game?

Many project managers like projects because they’re temporary, they end. But what if you need to be in it for the long haul? asks editor Adeline Teoh.

May 2, 2016

Blogs

A project manager’s guide to getting the job done

The old adage goes: ‘Good. Fast. Cheap. Pick any two.’ But what use is a fast and cheap project that doesn’t get you what you want? asks editor Adeline Teoh.

November 10, 2015

Blogs

Bad project schedules and how to tame them

Projects fail when they overrun the allocated time and budget, and overrunning on schedule is a great way to make sure you also overrun on cost. Patrick Weaver has a pressing case for the need for effective planning and scheduling.

May 19, 2015

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Why do projects run late?

Failure to deliver the expected results at the expected time can increase dissatisfaction among project stakeholders. Bhauvik Tripathi asks: what are the common causes for delays and how should we address them?

May 6, 2015

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5 common project estimation mistakes

There are a large number of easily made estimation mistakes that can have a major impact on both project cost and schedule. Louise Mierowsky identifies the most common five and how to avoid them.

May 1, 2015

Dealing with high maintenance project team members

High maintenance types suck up lots of time and they lower the output of the entire team. Here’s Michelle LaBrosse on identifying and reducing the impact of high maintenance behaviour.

February 25, 2015

How miscommunication can throw your project schedule

Ever wondered what the bridal party is doing before they arrive ‘fashionably late’ to the wedding ceremony? Editor Adeline Teoh on what happens if the project plan lives in the head of an overwhelmed bride.

October 21, 2014

Blogs

Where have the schedulers gone?

Why do most projects still finish late? Pat Weaver says most schedulers have no effect on the management of the projects they are working on—they are either there to comply with client specifications or to gather data.

September 4, 2014

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