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A Marriage Made in Heaven
- by Vilmos Rajda, PMP MBA
(August 16, 2006)
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There are several factors that can pave the path for creating a partnership that works for product and project managers, and can enable a fast delivery of high-quality products. Find out how inside.
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Churchill: The Agile PM (Part 5)
- by Mark Kozak-Holland
(August 14, 2006)
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As our Lessons from History series continues, Churchill assesses the problems that could have catastrophic consequences.
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Churchill: The Agile PM (Part 4)
- by Mark Kozak-Holland
(July 10, 2006)
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Churchill becomes the PM, taking over an all-important project and taking steps to boost the confidence of British politicians.
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Churchill: The Agile PM (Part 3)
- by Mark Kozak-Holland
(June 12, 2006)
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This article looks at the changing face of war from September 1939 to May 1940. Technology had changed war so that when it broke out, the Allies were grappling with how to respond, grounded in the mindset of the World War I.
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Defining Roles for IT Governance (Part 4)
- by George Jucan, MSc, PMP, OCP
(June 5, 2006)
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The first three articles in this series explored standard roles and responsibilities, considered valid in most cases, most of the time. This final installment takes a look at the "new kids on the block".
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Churchill: The Agile PM (Part 2)
- by Mark Kozak-Holland
(May 30, 2006)
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The second installment in this series looks at the background to the "Project From Hell" that Churchill aquired, the events that led to it and how intransigence allowed problems to fester and get worse.
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Defining Roles for IT Governance (Part 2)
- by George Jucan, MSc, PMP, OCP
(May 17, 2006)
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The first article in this series presented an overview of major roles seen today in the project management arena and their typical interactions. This second article is focused on typical roles within project management function at a single project level.
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Making Sense of SOX
- by Bob Weinstein
(May 8, 2006)
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The mere thought of Sarbanes-Oxley causes most PMs to get that uneasy feeling. But if SOX hadn't come along, an equally odious law would be in its place. Here, experts explain the big issues that you need to be aware of.
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Communication Breakdown During the Iraqi War
- by Bob Weinstein
(April 24, 2006)
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We all know how important honest and open communication is for project managers. But during a war, the importance of clear, accessible communication becomes even more vital. Here we take a look at this aspect of the conflict, exploring what went wrong--and what the results were.
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Degree Deception (Part 3 of 3)
- by Bob Weinstein
(April 17, 2006)
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Diploma Mills are the $500 million industry that can't be stopped. And just wait until you find out who has them...
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Churchill: The Agile PM (Part 1)
- by Mark Kozak-Holland
(April 17, 2006)
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Move over, Titanic! There's a new Lesson From History series in gantthead town. This series is about the leadership of Winston Churchill the PM, Prime Minister--or better still, Project Manager--who came into office in a period of calamitous change and faced a potential disaster.
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Business Systems Analysis: It's All About the Business (Part 2)
- by Srinath Nagarajan, PMP
(April 12, 2006)
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In this first article of the series, we examined some common challenges in defining and deploying Business Systems Analysts within organizations. In this second article, we will delve into the current state and examine the project management and organization implications of this conundrum. We hope that these articles will tickle your thoughts and nudge you towards strategically defining or refining the role of business systems analysts in your organization.
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Degree Deception (Part 2 of 3)
- by Bob Weinstein
(April 10, 2006)
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Diploma Mills are the $500 million industry that can't be stopped. Read about how to spot them so you're not ripped off.
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International Intrigue
- by Jacqueline Dasso Haddad, PMP
(February 1, 2006)
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Imagine you just got assigned to an international project. Nothing could be more intriguing than the thought of working in a foreign country, eating different foods and learning different customs. Read on for help in the initiating and planning phases on international projects.
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