Projects fail, that’s nothing new. But each project’s failure can typically be tied to a common reason, most of which can be prevented. Reducing the number of failed projects in your portfolio comes d...

Schedule variance is a specific project management metric that quantifies project progress by subtracting planned value (PV) from earned value (EV) at a reporting cutoff date. If you get a negative re...

Implementing new technology is an important part of business growth and one that allows organizations to greatly improve efficiency, increase revenue, and reach long-term goals faster. But measuring t...

A company’s strategic goals are big-picture ideas. Those ideas need to be pursued through specific measurable actions to be realized. This is what operational planning does: finds a way to achieve one...

A complex environment in which most medium to large companies operate can quickly become chaotic without a structured formalized approach to business strategy and processes. Operations management brin...

Capacity planning is a high-level resource management technique that can improve resource utilization and planning capabilities across multiple projects and help it achieve more with less resources. S...

Some decades ago, when the manufacturing market was much less competitive, it was a common practice for Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) just to operate costs and ensure project delivery within the bud...

The role of a project management office (PMO) in organizations is evolving now: it can become a strategic partner that drives organizational performance, improves decision-making, and ensures wise dis...

Managing projects without the reliable performance data is like acting blindfold – you can’t be sure that the project remains on the right track. This is especially critical for complex multi-project ...

Enterprise resource planning systems (ERP) are important drivers of successful digital transformation and organizational success. They help companies unify their business processes, increase their eff...

What are the key characteristics of high-performing companies in the manufacturing sector? First, it’s the adoption of automation technologies (Industry 4.0) and implementation of advanced software so...

How can manufacturers ensure production efficiency and competitiveness? One of the effective solutions is embracing digital transformation — the implementation of innovative technologies into every ma...