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As experienced Project Managers, we know that a critical path on a project schedule is the longest necessary path of a series of interdependent activities or tasks required for the project to be completed on time or as we refer to it, on schedule. Any task falling along this path has zero float or slack, Read more about Critical Path Considerations[…]
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It is highly recommended that you do not delete Resource/Users when using a PPM tool such as Microsoft Project because you could potentially lose all the history related to the resource/user. For example – You create a user named John Smith who can also be assigned to projects as a resource. You have assigned John Read more about Deleting Users in Microsoft Project Server/Project Online/PPM[…]
Managing projects is a serious business. Time to invest in some serious learning. All around the world, Project Managers trust Microsoft Project to help them plan and manage billions of dollars across their projects, programs and portfolios. So why leave any of this to chance by not investing in the best training? 7 key reasons why Read more about Learn PPM from Microsoft MVPs[…]
Just a quick tip from me today. The first thing a Microsoft Project user should do when starting a new project is set up some high level information. This typically involves setting the project start date, the project calendar and any other project Meta data that needs to be captured. This quick tip will prompt Read more about Prompt for Project Information[…]
Earned Value (EV) is a method for measuring project performance.; it combines three parameters: scope, schedule and cost in a single integrated system. Earned Value provides you with a factual way of measuring project performance and predicting project outcomes. It enables you to report progress with greater accuracy and forecast any issues/risks ahead of time. Read more about The Concept of Earned Value[…]
Have you ever considered using the leveling tool in Microsoft Project? It can be a little confusing at times however, if you know what you’re doing it can be extremely useful! Check out this short video on how to level resources correctly: Thanks for watching! Please feel free to leave comments below or check out our Read more about Using the leveling tool in Microsoft Project[…]
A project charter can be as extensive or as brief as we need it to be, but as long as we cover the 8 most critical elements referred to in this video as the charter must-haves, we can greatly increase our chances of delivering a successful project. Interested in how EPMA can help you create Read more about 8 Project Charter Must-Haves[…]