Six Sigma definitions
Some Six Sigma definitions which I’ve collected over time. Term Definition CTQs Critical To Quality. The sort list of the most important customer wants. Customer Read More …
Category: Project Management
Let’s really shoot ourselves in the foot.
There was a discussion at work the other week about system availability measurements. We’re aiming for “Five Nines”. Noble target, doubt we’ll achieve it though, Read More …
What is a good task?
A good task is: Measurable Has one owner 8 – 120 hours Is an action.
A Project Manager’s Guiding Principles
Lead by example Constantly communicate a sense of urgency Know your scope, manage it relentlessly Report the past – Manage the future Know your governance Read More …
Project Landmines
Poor project definition Ineffective project management Ineffective architectural engineering Poor communications Inadequate project plan Inadequate project tracking and projecting Ineffective governance Lack of client alignment Read More …
This week’s work challenge? – Project Managers!
Project Managers are those people who “”manage”” projects. Sort of like a “stay at home” mum who organises her children’s day. Except the mum is Read More …
Bits and Pieces – Project Management
Post Implementation Review A lot of time, money and energy went into the "project". At times things were difficult but the result was a quality Read More …
Some notes on Project Management – Part 3 of 3
Scheduling tools & techniques Mathematical analysis Duration comparison Simulation Resource leveling heuristics Project Management Software Coding Structure Mathematical analysis Critical Path PERT GERT Critical Path Read More …
Some notes on Project Management – Part 2 of 3
Project Cost Estimation Benefits of understanding cost estimating Will use methods which fit project. Cost estimates will be as accurate as possible Calculate estimates more Read More …
Some notes on Project Management – Part 1 of 3
Just some notes I made on Project Management, over time … Project: Risks Risks can be categorised into: predictable unpredictable technical non-technical legal Project: Resources Read More …