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A primer on projects, programs, and portfolios

Tom Mochal answers a question about project management terminology from a TechRepublic member. Question I have worked at companies where a program manager was assigned to manage all major development. In these situations, the project manager had little authority and was often relegated to administrative duties,...

Tags: Project, Project Manager, Tom Mochal, Projects, Portfolios Portfolios, Project Management, Tools & Techniques, Strategy, It Operations, It service Management, Management

Blog posts 2008-05-19

Some questions to consider when prototyping a system

"Prototype"I think the word prototype may be somewhat misleading based on the questions you are asking.Per Encarta similar definitions in other dictionaries:prototype n1. original used as a model: the original form of something, whic

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Discussion threads 2006-12-07

I just need to vent about consultants....

I have been placed on a project by my company because as they say, they wanted the "best of the best" to make this project a success. Nevermind that we had no choice on the matter which is another vent altogether. This vent has to do with consultants,...

Tags: Menace65, projects, consultants, off-topic, keyboard, power supply

Discussion threads 2006-08-30

Use a Fishbone Diagram to help attack complex problems

Great Article but FigureI have seen this diagramming methodology before but never bothered spending anytime reviewing what it was for or what I could use it for. Great article but would be better if page two had diagram C to view.Good Brainstorming Tool Needs a Little HelpThe article was...

Tags: C, Fishbone Diagram, problems, projects, diagramming, Page 2, the_kaptain@..., it management, Tom

Discussion threads 2006-07-19

Project activities need to be small enough to understand and effectively manage

That team member who doesn't understandThat team member who doesn't understand the work doesn't need more detail in the WBS. He needs training and or coaching. I woold as a general rule only break down tasks to the level at which they are assigned. It's the "Tell...

Tags: team, team member, LeoOfMars, leadership, projects, it management, spreadsheet

Discussion threads 2006-07-12

Participants Requested for Research

Hi everyone. I know now I am going to try and get you to participate. Thanks to those that have taken the survey. Since my discussion moved off the view screen, I figured I would post another and point to the original.Please read the discussion at http://techrepublic.com.com/5208-6230-0.html?PromoFeature=discussion&PromoByPassed=1&forumID=8&threadID=196371I hope you will...

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Discussion threads 2006-06-19

Charging for bugs found after delivery

I've just delivered a web application to a customer. During the development period we tested it and finally the customer payed for the whole project. Now if the customer finds new bugs and he didn't sign an assistance agreement how do you usually behave, charge him hourly? Suggest him an...

Tags: agreement, consultant, nicola@..., nicoladf@..., payment, programming, projects

Discussion threads 2006-06-09

Projects

ProjectsMy vote would go for projects. I recently started a new project and thought I would check out the TR's projects facility. I quickly discovered it was a waist of time since it did not allow me most of the management capabilities offered by project clearing houses such...

Tags: TR Peer, Projects

Discussion threads 2006-04-03

Use time wisely with effective meeting management

Necessity of holding a meeting?I have a large poster in my Office. A grumpy old man (i.e. me) banging on the desk. The caption is "Is this meeting really necessary?"Other point:Dont close the meeting until the "Action and Deadline List" is agreed.

Tags: effective meeting, gna@..., it management, projects

Discussion threads 2006-01-18

Dumb is good!

Dumb numbers are good. You can't run out of them and computers can assign them. A "dumb number" is a number which does not contain any meaningful internal elements. It's just a number. A smart number, like the Vehicle Identification Number on your car, tells you all kinds...

Tags: database, Dumb, dumb number, erp, LeoOfMars, PC, projects, smart number, software

Discussion threads 2005-10-14

Standardize your presentation for a more accurate project cost estimate

Estimating the resources and costs of a software-intensive project will largely depend on how the organization intends to complete the project. The example presented in this chapter from Estimating Software-Intensive Systems: Projects, Products, and Processes, by Richard Stutzke, illustrates the benefits of developing a standardized method for presenting project details...

Tags: Addison-Wesley, Processes, Projects, software, Techniques, Web, Web site, Richard Stutzke, Estimating Software-Intensive Systems, Estimating, Value at Risk, technique, benefit

Download resources 2005-09-29

Many to one database question

Can someone pls help me!!I have 2 tables in a database for Project/Workflow tracking. One table Actions table contains a detailed list of actions with a status column.The other table contains each project Project table.I need a query to update the Project table record for a particular project when all...

Tags: access, ACTIONS, Complete, database, Project, Project Table, Projects, robynty@..., software, sql

Discussion threads 2005-07-27

OnlyDirCopy 2 (Windows)

Copy a directory structure only. No files. Easy directory copy program to copy folder trees, without the files contained in that folders. You can embed OnlyDirCopy in Explorer and copy directly from it. You also have option to copy several trees at once, combining them in projects. Projects are saved...

Tags: Shareware, Microsoft Windows, Tree, Shareware Hangvogel, Projects

Software downloads 2005-11-23

BOINC 6.6.36 (Mac)

BOINC is a software platform for distributed computing using volunteered computer resources. Many different projects can use BOINC. Projects are independent; each one operates its own servers and databases. Participants can participate in multiple projects; they control which projects they participate in, and how their resources are divided among these...

Tags: Project, Apple Macintosh, BOINC, Projects, Productivity, Tools & Techniques, Cloud Computing, Network Technology, Management, Networking

Software downloads 2009-06-10

JIntranet 1.19 (Windows)

JIntranet is a Web-based, cross-platform collaboration groupware. JIntranet helps you manage group calendars, online storage, account maintenance, and team projects. JIntranet maintains organization structure for you and you can visually book the best time slot for your team activities. Its powerful net folder enables instant file sharing in your group...

Tags: Team, Microsoft Windows, JavaIntranet, JIntranet, Projects, Team Management, Management

Software downloads 2006-02-07

Seven (nasty) truths about IT spending

Michael Krigsman discusses a recent Harvard Business Review article that explores the harsh realities associated with out-of-control IT costs. He says the author suggests a certain Draconian inflexibility that just doesn't make sense. by Michael Krigsman

Tags: Information Technology, IT-spending, Susan Cramm, Projects, Project Failure Rate, Help Desk, Strategy, It Operations, Management, Michael Krigsman

Blog posts 2009-04-20

Is your project a real project?

Projects are a powerful tool for selecting work, motivating staff, aligning technology with business, and building client relationships. Paul Glen lists five important features of projects that distinguish them from other forms of work organization. by Paul Glen

Tags: Project, Projects, Productivity, Paul Glen

Blog posts 2009-06-24

Prioritize projects to align with strategic plan

Every project should support your company's strategic plan. Here's how project management relates to the strategic planning process. Also, get tips on how to make sure planning and projects work together. by George Sifri

Tags: Project, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Strategy, Tools & Techniques, Management, It Operations, It service Management, George Sifri, Resource, Organization, Priority System, Projects

Blog posts 2008-11-19

The Do's and Don'ts of Launching a Small Business Website

Launching a new small business website is often a long and painstaking process. And for most small businesses, the endeavor rarely ends in success. The terrain is mapped with freelancers, firms, and consultants that don't offer the same services and most certainly don't charge the same prices. Projects are often...

Tags: Small Business, SteeZo Media, Projects, Web Site Development, Internet

White papers 2005-06-09

Microsoft Webcast: Getting the Most From Your People, Processes, and Projects With Effective Resource Management

Projects are the lifeblood of the business. This webcast shows the viewer how the Microsoft Office Enterprise Project Management solution helps to get the most value from the resources. The presenter of this webcast shows how to forecast resource usage in a multi-project environment; understand resource utilization, costs, and interdependencies...

Tags: Webcast, Microsoft Corp., Projects

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