Tools
PMP Examination Question Distribution
The Project Management Institute’s handbook for the PMP credential provides some insight into how exam questions are distributed between the 5 project management processes. The following represents the percentage of questions in each process that are included in the exam: 11% Initiation 23% Planning 27% Executing 21% Monitoring and Controlling 9% Closing 9% Professional and Social Responsibility »
Problem Solving Tips
Here are a few thoughts on problem solving. Can you add to this list of tips? The right solution at the wrong time is just as unacceptable as the wrong solution at the right time Move slowly on non-reversible decisions Don’t make decisions that are not yours to make Choices are not always right or wrong Use paper Make notes Document... »
Problem Solving Phases
There are at least 3 phases of problem-solving. They are: Phase 1—Problem Definition Be specific Be brief Phase 2—Problem Solution Brainstorm solutions Evaluate cost and benefits Be willing to compromise Problem solving involves give and take Phase 3—Implementation Implement solution Evaluate results Adjust as required Key Points There is a time and place for problem solving Problem solving has an agenda Problem solving is a task Problem solving is not a... »
Primary Problem-Solving Skill
The pimary problem-solving skill can be summed in one word: Endurance. Footnote: problem solving takes time. »
What’s Your Decision Making Style?
Here are 10 decision making styles. Which one describes your style? Impulsive Decide now, think later Fatalistic Relies on fate Whatever will be, will be Compliant Goes along with others If it’s okay with you, it’s okay with me Delaying Delays thought and action I’ll think about it later Agonizing Spends too much time evaluating alternatives I can’t make up my mind Planning Rational approach balances between cognitive and emotional I’ll... »
Do It
Here’s a simple and straight line creativity process: D Define the problem O Open your mind and apply creative techniques I Identify the best solution T Transform »
PEST Analysis
By: Ray Myers, Jr., PMP A PEST analysis scans the external environment in the following terms: Political, Economic, Social, and Technological. It is a useful tool for understanding market influences on a business. Use PEST analysis for business and strategic planning, market planning, and product development. This analysis can be accomplished individually or in a group... »
Gap Analysis
By: Ray Myers, Jr., PMP Gap analysis is a simple but useful tool that can help project managers achieve their objectives and improve performance. It is a study that helps to find ways to bridge-the-gap between the current state and a desired future state. Gap analysis can also help to understand and prioritize business needs... »
Common Project Documents
By: Ray Myers, Jr., PMP Initiation Feasibility Study Business Case Financial Analysis Requirements Document Project Proposal Contract Project Charter End of Phase Checklist Planning Scope Statement WBS (baseline) Statement of Work Project Management Plan Stakeholder Analysis Risk Management Plan Communications Plan Change Management Plan Issue Management Plan Quality Management Plan Procurement Management Plan Acceptance Plan Schedule Gantt Chart Network Diagram Functional Specification Human Resource Plan Organization Charts Project Budget End of Phase Checklist Monitoring and Controlling Change Control Plan Issue Management Plan Risk Management Plan End of Phase Checklist Closing Client... »
Project Manager Tools
By: Ray Myers, Jr., PMP Project manager tools include, but are not limited to: Scope Project charter Scope statement Statement of work Change management plan WBS Time Gantt charts PERT charts Critical path analysis Cost Cost estimates Earned value management About the Author: Ray Myers, Jr. is a PMP certified project manager with over 2o years experience planning and managing technology projects. Contact Ray at wwwpmservicesnw.com Article source: www.pmservicesnw.com »
