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Communication Breakdown During the Iraqi War Communication Breakdown During the Iraqi War
-by Bob Weinstein
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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Ready, Set, Project!Ready, Set, Project!
-by Mike Donoghue
 Decisions were made and now it’s time for a project. Are you ready? Communication with individuals is of major import, and regular reports with subject matter, timeframes and detail need to be negotiated in order to provide the best communication bridge and build a relationship.
Trial by Fire: Communicating in a CrisisTrial by Fire: Communicating in a Crisis
-by Bob Weinstein
 Think you've had it rough? The following story is a true account of Andrew Boyarsky's first crisis assignment as a PM. Boyarsky--a practice consultant for project management and IT at the American Management Association in New York City and a teacher of PM at New York's Baruch School--and his experiences gave new meaning to the term "communication crisis."
Four Dimensions of Global ProjectsFour Dimensions of Global Projects
-by Sunil Sharma
 Time, space, language and culture...global project management can be a communications nightmare for a variety of reasons. As we look at the challenges faced by a developer of software intensive systems as it questioned going global, some valuable lessons are unearthed.
Project Communications Monitor  ( Evaluation Form - Template)
Project Meeting Management Procedure Planner  ( Specifications/Procedures - Template)
Project Meeting Management Procedure Task List  ( Specifications/Procedures - Template)
Project Communications Package
April 2006: A complete package of articles, templates, checklists and plans to help you with Project Communications. Free to premium members.



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