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jreiling999
Member since 16th June 2008
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10th October 2008
Many professionals ask "What is Lean?", some ask "What is Six Sigma?", and of course still others ask "What is Lean Six Sigma?" As it turns out, Lean and Six Sigma address similar problem spaces but approach them differently. Here is a look at what the...
07th October 2008
Project Managers who desire PMP certification need to have 35 contact hours of documented project management training. However, there is some level of misunderstanding around just how they can achieve this. Many believe they must take specialized and ex...
19th September 2008
Many Project Management Professionals (PMPs) seem to find it challenging to earn the 60 Professional Development Units (PDUs) required of them every 3 years. This does not have to be so challenging or daunting as many think! It is actually quite easy, a...
15th September 2008
Six Sigma projects are derived from organizational strategy, in the same way that strategy drives the selection of all projects and programs in the portfolio. So, how do the business drivers effect the selection of projects for the Six Sigma methodology?
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09th September 2008
I have seen many posts out in the forums and blogs wondering whether it is better to go for a PMP or MBA. I think there is great value in both, but I think they serve 2 different purposes. Having earned both a PMP and an MBA, I have some definite though...
02nd September 2008
Professional Project Management is becoming more pervasive, much like "electrification" did during the era of proliferation of electricity. "Projectization" is occurring throughout the workforce and organizations worldwide. Most of the emphasis I have se...
24th August 2008
Business Analysis skills are critical on the project team, and a desirable part of the Project Manager's skill set! In either case, the business analysis function is one that needs to be managed with care and the wisdom of experience. This entails putting...
13th August 2008
There is often a misunderstanding, and hence a mixed and overlapping use of terms, when it comes to program management. Sometimes a program is called a project. Sometimes a project is called a program. In addition, sometimes project portfolio and progr...
24th July 2008
Gathering and managing requirements are important challenges in project management. Projects succeed or fail due to poor requirements at any time throughout the project lifecycle. The continuously evolving baseline of requirements needs to be managed eff...
22nd July 2008
Project Management requires discipline to ensure that "all the i's are dotted and t's are crossed'. Project Managers can use a keen Product-centric approach to effectively leverage Project Integration Management to produce the product of the project. Thi...
14th July 2008
Many organizations are "projectizing" and developing a strong and effective project management infrastructure. There are challenges along the way, and a number of approaches. However, regardless of the approach, changing the culture to be aligned to for...
14th July 2008
Business or organizational strategy is intended to drive all decisions within an organization. It provides a direction, a rallying point, and a litmus test for decisions at all levels. Hence, it only stands to reason that strategy would drive the projec...
07th July 2008
There are many methods for preparing for the Project Manage Professional (PMP) Exam. In all cases, it is very helpful for candidates to have a PMP Mentor, or someone who is PMP certified and can assist on a moment's notice with nagging problems. A mento...
07th July 2008
All professionals know it is important to network. It helps to keep up with the profession, to be aware of developments and new opportunities, and chances for career growth. It can also be very helpful to solve problems that other colleagues have alread...
02nd July 2008
Project Portfolio Management takes place in between strategy formulation and implementation of the actual projects. Projects are supposed to arise out of Organizational strategy is intended to set the general direction and lay out the guidance for determ...
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