The importance of Project Governance to a business
Why is Project Governance so important to a business? What is Project Governance? The term governance was derived from the Latin word “gubernare” which means to steer highlighting the dynamic mechanism in front of an everchanging environment. However, Project Governance is defined differently across industries and enterprises. The Association of Project Management (APM) states that […]
What is an effective Project Governance system?
Why is Project Governance so important to a business? What is Project Governance? The term governance was derived from the Latin word “gubernare” which means to steer highlighting the dynamic mechanism in front of an everchanging environment. However, Project Governance is defined differently across industries and enterprises. The Association of Project Management (APM) states that […]
Headaches of Project Management, Solved?
When it comes to Project Management there can be several pain points that an organisation and their project manager are confronted with. Below we have identified four common problems and how to solve them. 1. Planning and Organising? Being organised is often the most time-consuming part of a manager’s work life. Planning, delegating and keeping track of delegated […]
Do you struggle with Project Budgets and Financial Management?
Does your company struggle with the financial management of strategic initiatives and projects? Below we have identified four common problems and how to solve them. 1. Recording Transactions Accurately Managing corporate finances requires accurate record-keeping, which companies may find challenging. Without correct financial data, management may be unable to stay on track with long term […]
Business Transformation in current times
By Greg Enenmoh – Head of Professional Services at Counterpart The word ‘Transformation’ is used often with good reason. From the birth of the universe and throughout our lifetimes everything around us has always been in constant flux.
What is the difference between a Product Manager and Project Manager?
Over the last 10 years of my career I’ve worked in product development, mostly as a Product Manager, but in some instances as a Project Manager as well. I’ve also had the unique experience of being a Product Manager building digital products for Project Managers.
The Life of a Project Mangler: The Importance of Resource Management Tools
The Big Cheese-IO summons me to his office on the top floor. When I get there my counterpart who manages operational activities is already seated in the only chair opposite the BC (Big Cheese-IO).
The life of a Project Mangler
I spent the whole morning in the weekly project board meeting with senior stakeholders. Mostly looking disinterested. Other project managers shuffle reams of paper and others fuss to connect their laptops to the projector to present their projects.
