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I've recently written a few articles on project management for the
Independent Computer Consultants Association (ICCA). This organization
represents a wide variety of information technology consultants who provide
consulting, implementation, support, training, strategic planning, and
business analysis services. With my background in Information Technology,
this seemed like a natural fit.
Blind Spots in Project Management
"See What You Can’t See for Effective Project Management" In today’s business world, projects are often run by inexperienced project managers
(PMs) who are promoted to their PM positions because they are subject matter experts .
Hence the term “accidental project manager.” These PMs are often well -intentioned, but
their PM skills and experience are quite frequently limited to using Microsoft Project.
Their lack of PM education and training may result in them developing “blind spots” that
make them less effective than their PM-trained peers. They are unaware of certain time -
honored techniques that would help them manage projects more effectively. This article
will identify some of th e most common blind spots and suggest ways to achieve more
effective project management. Download PDF to Read More  |
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The Value of Using Project Management
Techniques in Hi-Tech Consulting Engagements
"In your project, there is nothing as important as defining and protecting the scope. It is very common in projects for the scope to be loosely defined with the idea that it will be fleshed out as the project goes on. " http://www.icca-boston.org/Newsletter/v1i2mc.html |
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A Short Tour Through Risk Management
"Every project manager I know loves to talk about, teach, or just practice risk management. Why? Because done correctly, it’s one of the most proactive things you can do on a project to help keep it on track. " http://www.icca-boston.org/Newsletter/v1i3main.html
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