Corrective Action, Preventive Action, and Defect Repairs are all different terms used in quality management to address issues that arise during the production or delivery of goods or services. A Change Request is a formal proposal to modify a project, product, or system. It is used to request the approval and implementation of changes that […]
The histogram, the 80/20 rule, and the Pareto chart are all concepts commonly used in project management and quality control. A histogram is a graph that shows the distribution of a set of continuous data. It is used to visually represent the frequency of data values within a specific range. This information can be used […]
A Community of Practice (CoP) is a group of persons who share a shared interest or profession and who share information, experiences, and best practices. CoPs are often organised around a particular topic or domain, and their members share an interest in advancing their skills and knowledge in this area. CoPs are utilised to foster […]
Lessons learned register includes more explicit knowledge because it’s easily codified, but often lacks the deeper understanding that tacit knowledge provides Lessons learned and knowledge gained throughout the project are transferred to the lessons learned repository for use by future projects. With every assignment comes new knowledge. The term “lessons learned” refers to whatever one […]
A Sprint H – Hardening Sprint is a specialized sprint dedicated to stabilizing a software development focuses on correcting vulnerabilities, strengthening the product’s performance, and bolstering its stability. This sprint is typically performed in the later phases of the software development lifecycle, prior to the product’s deployment to production, in order to strengthen the product’s […]
Predictive, Adaptive, and Hybrid approaches are the three primary software development strategies. Each strategy has its own benefits and drawbacks, and the approach chosen will rely on the project’s particular requirements. Waterfall, Iterative, Incremental and Agile When to use waterfall, when agile? The choice between using a Waterfall or Agile approach to software development will […]
Team Norms, Team Charters, and Ground Rules are interconnected and play a crucial role in establishing the foundation for a successful team. Team norms are informal agreements that define how team members are expected to behave and interact with one another. They contribute to the development of a positive and productive team culture. Team Charter: […]
The Stakeholder Engagement Assessment Matrix is a tool used to assess and prioritize stakeholders in a project or organization. It helps to identify which stakeholders are most important and relevant to a project or organization and determine the level and type of engagement that is required for each stakeholder. Stakeholder Engagement Myths Key to Effective […]
Academic research and analyses of high-profile project disasters highlight the importance of a structured approach to the identification, prioritization, and engagement of all stakeholders To increase the chances of success, the process of stakeholder identification and engagement should commence as soon as possible after the project charter has been approved, the project manager has been […]
