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MS Project is a tool, and it needs to be used as intended to get the proper value from it.  A hammer is a great tool, as is a screw driver, but would we ever use a screw driver to hammer a nail?
Many think that MS Project is not a real flexible tool, and […]

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Managing the IT architecture process in the building industry has some parallels and distinct differences to the IT industry.
1. In the building industry, there are many standard ways of doing things - actually more ubiquitous and more stable than in IT - but I don’t think there is still not always one best way […]

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Here are some points about whether and how a non-technical PM can succeed on a technical project..
1. If a project is LARGE enough to support a team that has all of the requisite technical skills, then a non-technical PM could possibly work.  [tag]Smaller projects[/tag] require more breadth, and less specialization, among team members, and […]

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The following are a few key points of focus for SOA/web services application development project success:
1. Business sponsorship is critical, but there can be issues depending on organization structure. A decentralized organization provides many opportunities, but it is a challenge how to define ‘the business’. Business driven could be from an ‘enterprise’ […]

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PMcrunch.com is where you will see facts, information, and fresh insights and commentary on any issues related to the project management field. Topical areas include: project management certification, project management processes and PM knowledge areas, PM tools, PM techniques, PM templates, online project management, and more.

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There has been much written on whtehr or not any certification is of value. Personally, I think there is definite value, and here are a few of my reasons.
1. [tag]PMP[/tag] vs other [tag]PM certification[/tag] - It really does not matter. The important thing is that there is exposure to a complete framework, […]

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Project leadership skills - no matter how complex - may be attained through continuing education and training. As a complement to continuing practical experience, enrolling in a course on leadership and project management is the best way to be trained.

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