The scope of a project is the sum of all the work that needs to be executed. A project scope statement helps project managers define the boundaries of what will and what won’t be done. But scope statements aren’t just…
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Before you can accomplish your project goals, you need to plan how to reach them. A work plan creates a clear path project teams can follow to reach their desired goals and objectives. Along that path will be resources, constraints…
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Every company needs a plan to determine how it will operate and position itself in the market. This is known as a business plan, which is one of the most important business management documents. What Is a Business Plan? A…
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There’s a lot of work involved in getting a project approved. You need to convince stakeholders or clients that the project is worthwhile. This should be done upfront and is usually accomplished via the project summary. That’s a lot of…
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A project description seems self-explanatory, but don’t underestimate a well-written project description as it sets your project up for success. It acts as a communication tool for stakeholders and shares the project vision in a clear and actionable fashion. Let’s…
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When you’re making a product, how do you ensure that all the desired capabilities are included in the final deliverable? That’s why a project requirements document (PRD) is so important. It communicates this information to everyone on the product team….
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We say it all the time — change is inevitable. This adage is as true for projects and organizations as it is for everything else. Change can feel like an inconvenience or a response to unexpected trouble. And while this…
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How you assemble the items you need to execute the project is called procurement, which is a fancy way of saying how you get the goods and services you need for a project. If you don’t have a steady or…
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