Individuals and organisations regularly start a project believing that it can be easily controlled and does not require formal planning to be completed successfully. Such projects are likely to be time-consuming and expensive so failure to plan them properly is a waste of time and money because lack of planning will increase the risk of […]
So many projects of all different types fail to live up to our initial expectations that you might wonder if any project could ever be considered successful when compared against the original expectations. At the start of a project there is usually a very clear idea of what should be achieved by the end of […]
We have talked before about what is a project plan. In this post we wanted to extend this to talk about the importance of keeping people involved in the project planning process. Keeping projects on track can be extremely arduous for project managers, especially when it comes to constantly changing additions and requests. When project managers […]
There are many and varied reasons why a project might fail. Certain industries have a much higher chance of failure than others just because of the nature of their business. Of course the training and experience of the project manager also plays a part in the likelihood of failure. But if you are currently involved […]
Hi Paul, Can you please check over the below? Thanks. Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:”Table Normal”; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:””; mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0cm; mso-para-margin-right:0cm; mso-para-margin-bottom:10.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0cm; line-height:115%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:”Arial”,”sans-serif”; mso-bidi-font-family:”Times New Roman”; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi; mso-fareast-language:EN-US;} Describe the use of a […]
Hi Paul, Can you critique the below please? Describe 5 major examples of how software tool can help in planning a project and give examples of where three of them might be helpful in solving common planning problems. Examples: 1. Helps producing iterations – Project planning is an iterative process […]
Try any of these typical questions 1) List and describe five differences between a project managment process and a lifecycle? 2) Explain five roles of the project sponsor? 3) Desctibe five benefits of managing projects as a programme and not separate projects?
Question 3 from Exam Paper for comment etc – just a straight read across from the BoK. Is this acceptable an answer. Obviously won’t have the BoK for the exam. Governance of Project Management Question a Explain the overall aim of project governance Question b Explain what each of the following four components of project […]
Question 2 from the Exam Paper – for comment etc. Am I the only one to think the question doesn’t seem to be asking for much? What am I missing? Question List and describe a source of conflict arising within each of the following parts of the project life cycle: Concept Definition Implementation Handover […]
Question 2 from the Exam Paper – for comment etc. Am I the only one to think the question doesn’t seem to be asking for much? What am I missing? Question List and describe a source of conflict arising within each of the following parts of the project life cycle: Concept Definition Implementation Handover Closeout […]
I am due to take the APMP Exam soon and am working through the exam questions from the sample paper on the APM website. I would be very grateful for any feedback on my answer, from anyone. In particular whether the answer: 1) Answers the question asked 2) Has sufficient content for they key words […]
Hi Paul/John I had a go at example question section 8 p159 – think I may not have written enough about developing scope (ran out of time)- Please can you comment on the answer and if possible give me an idea as a % as to the mark it might have got in the […]
Worldwide Project and Portfolio Management 2013-2017 Forecast A recent report from IDC (International Data Corporation) provides a 2013-2017 forecast and analysis for the worldwide project and portfolio management (PPM) market, which experienced growth of 5.4% during 2012, which was significant in a difficult market. In these difficult financial environments there was some revenue growth from […]
When it comes to becoming a project manager, there are several challenges that one must take to keep each project on track as well as within the budget. Moreover, there are several factors that need to be considered. There are also internal and external elements that must be checked as these elements can actually cause […]
Hi Paul, Please comment on the below attempt. If the question asks for 5 points, does each point need an example in it? Thanks as always. What are the advantages of having a properly agreed project management plan? Make 5 points in your answer Change requests: The project management plan (PMP) […]
As we get up to speed in 2014, you might be thinking about what you want to do this year to become an even better project manager. Just as we resolve to take more exercise or eat healthily in the New Year, we might also think about what resolutions we can make in our careers […]
Hi PPT, Can you please provide feedback on the below? I am not sure if I have understood the process control chart technique correctly. Thanks. See if you can spot some fundamental requirements in the case study and identify a mechanism for testing if they have been achieved (page 142 in the study […]
Paul, If you could have a look over my reponses and provide feedback it would be much appreciated. Section 6.1 Business Case What is the project purpose? The purpose of the project is twofold. Develop a design for a pedal bike that shall inspire the public to take up cycling and eradicate the perception […]