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Using project management templates is a great way to improve project performance rapidly.  In addition, implementing proven project management methodologies and processes can also improve performance and deliver better results.  Here is a look at a couple of low cost possibilities that project managers can deploy rapidly.

MPMM (Method123 Project Management Methodology)
MPMM provides a a proven Project Management Methodology and Process. MPMM provides an entire Project Management Methodology for Project Managers. Every phase, activity and task within the Project Life cycle is described in depth, helping you to deliver projects faster and more efficiently than before. If you’re a Project Manager, Consultant, Trainer or Student, you can use this methodology to improve your project management success.

In addition, the MPMM methodologies and processes are embedded in the Method123 templates.  This is a complete set of templates that I have used many times over thepast couple of years, and the results have been great, as project organization has been raised easily a couple of levels – and eyebrows have also been raised! The team has clearly been on the same page, and all eyes have been opened to the critical success factors.

TenStep
Here are links to what are termed "practice based methodologies" as well as application specific templates:

• TenStep Project Lifecycle Methodology
• TenStep Project Management Methodology
• TenStep PMO-focused templates
• TenStep Templates for Project Portfolio Management
• TenStep Templates for Application Support
• Specialized TenStep templates for HIPAA projects

TenStep implements them as part of its ongoing worldwide project management consulting practice. Follow the links below for specific template information.
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John Reiling, PMP
Project Management Training Online