Risk Management

Humans have certain tendencies when it comes to remembering details of events when time has had a chance to distort the memory of those events. Some call it bias, some…

In my lectures, when it comes to the topic of managing risks, I start with a figure just to illustrate the importance of managing risks. This figure shows that the…

As most buildings have fire marshals to usher people out in case of an emergency, a good risk register has a place for risk owners. But are we using these…

Meeting project goals means developing steps to meeting project delivery dates and budgets. Project managers who follow these seven high-level project management tips will achieve on-time, on-budget, goal-focused delivery of…

Learn more about the role of a risk register in project management. A key element that contributes to the clear understanding of any risk is its description or definition, usually…

Most people regularly assess risks and stop short in their assessment. For years we have been told to pay close attention to the two main dimensions of risks: probability and…

Mitigating project risks just may be the wrong strategy. With the release of the latest version of the PMBOK® Guide from the Project Management Institute (PMI®) comes a change to…

Every successful project manager knows that managing risks is indispensable for project success. Being proactive, especially at the beginning of the project where uncertainty is at the highest level, helps…

A properly documented project communication plan is key to the success of any project. When asked about this document, most people will give you a shortlist of items it should…

3 Steps to delivering high-value projects, why you should stop doing more with less.  “We must do more with less.” This over-used phrase is often heard in organizations that recently…