Meet minimum requirements: anything more is too much
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Any project plan must meet the minimum requirements which includes only the necessary functions to succeed. A common mistake made in planning projects is trying to accomplish so many requirements instead of taking only the minimum requirements. More often than not, taking on so much work might be overwhelming and in the long run, would lead to not accomplishing anything. Meeting only the minimum requirements would considerably shorten the duration of the project but with superior performance and credibility, which would be more beneficial to the customers.
Publication Name: Project Management Journal
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 8756-9728
Year: 1998
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Are you learning from project to project?
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Performing a post-project-evaluation is vital to the success of the next project because this process provides companies insight on where they have their limitations. This process promotes improvement for both the planning committee and the employees. By reviewing past projects, weaknesses will be recognized and transformed to strengths while positive points will be reinforced. Hence, companies can expect to have a successful project having a motivated and productive staff and the most advanced products and services,
Publication Name: Project Management Journal
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 8756-9728
Year: 1999
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How to run an effective meeting
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Most meetings are considered a waste of time because they are poorly planned and conducted. However, there are guidelines that can help correct this problem. First, it must be made sure that important people involved in the agenda are properly informed and have committed to join. Second, meetings should be started on time. Third, the person who will preside during the meeting should be made known among all attendees.
Publication Name: Project Management Journal
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 8756-9728
Year: 1999
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