The first step towards building a viable project schedule is organizing activities. One way to get organized is by using a network diagram. This is a tool for visualizing activities over the course of the entire project. There are two…Read More »
The first step towards building a viable project schedule is organizing activities. One way to get organized is by using a network diagram. This is a tool for visualizing activities over the course of the entire project. There are two…Read More »
Read MoreManaging a project is complex. Project managers are trained to plan schedules and allocate resources to meet deadlines and stay within budgets. But once you’re contracting with people outside of your organization, the legal and logistic issues can be overwhelming….Read More »
Read MoreThere are two ways owners can pay for work done on a project. One is by a fixed price, where a contract defines what will be done and sets a specific and final price for that work. If the team…Read More »
Read MoreA project is a vehicle to deliver benefits to their stakeholders. These benefits include improved quality, reduced cost of production, better customer service, increased customer retention and so on. Identifying, describing and measuring these benefits is called benefits management. Having…Read More »
Read MoreScheduling a project can be daunting. Fortunately, there are tools and techniques to help organize activities and get them all done on time. For example, there is the precedence diagram, which is used to visualize the tasks in a project…Read More »
Read MoreProjects aren’t a one-man show. They require professionals with an array of skills, and the more complex a project is, the more skills they require. Because of this, owners hire contractors to manage the project, and contractors use subcontractors to…Read More »
Read MoreIn order to succeed, one must have a specific idea of what that success looks like. When this isn’t the case, it’s impossible to discern wins from losses and be certain your goals have been achieved. If asked to define…Read More »
Read MoreNeed to know how to plan an event? If you’re planning a big event like a conference, we can help you successfully create, structure and lay out your event plan. This blog will go over everything you need to consider…Watch »
Watch VideoThroughout the life of a project, you must report on a wide variety of information. This information will be compiled into different reports and passed along to managers, investors, clients and other stakeholders. From there, reports can be used to…Read More »
Read MoreProjects, whether they’re large or small, are journeys. They begin with planning and initiation and ideally end with the achievement of deliverables. But, this doesn’t necessarily mean the starting point and finish line are the only points that matter. In…Read More »
Read MoreIn order to understand cost control, you must first understand why it is used: monitoring expenses and identifying risks in order to increase profits. Not to be confused with cost management, cost control has its own set of objectives that…Read More »
Read MoreBudgets are a foundational pillar of any successful construction project. You need money to buy materials, create blueprints, secure permits, rent equipment, pay for your crew and more. Your construction budget allows you to achieve your objectives. How can you…Read More »
Read MoreNo matter the project or the team, it is important to outline expectations. This is especially true of construction projects. Construction projects often require outside specialists to complete aspects of the work, and construction contracts bridge the gap between contractors…Read More »
Read MoreStakeholders are people or organizations that are internal or external to the project who have a vested interest in its success. That interest can have a positive or negative impact on the project execution. Therefore, it’s crucial to know your…Read More »
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