In larger companies that have a large pool of distributed resources and execute multiple projects simultaneously, scheduling resources without running into performance issues can be a struggle. A stru...

For many organisations, the retirement of Microsoft Project Online will look like a straightforward software replacement exercise. The instinct will be to find a similar tool, migrate the data, and ca...

Microsoft’s decision to retire Project Online has left many organizations searching for Microsoft Project alternatives. But what if we look at this not only as a forced migration but as an opportunity...

When an organization doesn’t have a clear way to prioritize projects in a large portfolio, either prioritization happens arbitrarily or every project seems equally important. This often leads to a cha...

A PMO’s job is seldom easy. As incentives and projects pile up and resources remain limited, delivering everything on time, balancing resource capacity, and delivering tangible business value becomes ...

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...

Resources are everything that a company needs to complete a task or project and achieve its goals. It can be anything from people to funds, and when you have to deal with shared resources across multi...

You’ve probably faced the situation when there are numerous projects in the pipeline and they all seem to be important. But the resources are limited, so you need to find the right criteria to priorit...

The increasing complexity of projects and diversity of resources pose the need for more sophisticated software tools for their effective management. And this is where integrating AI in project managem...

The pharmaceutical landscape is constantly evolving, driven by digital innovations and the need to respond to current healthcare challenges. What should pharmaceutical companies expect of the upcoming...

Resource capacity planning is crucial for project success, and manufacturing projects are no exception. At the same time, it can become really challenging in a dynamic and complex manufacturing enviro...

‣ Stephen Devaux (USA), is a project management theorist, consultant, author, and educator with 36 years of experience. His expertise spans a wide range of projects, from Fashion Model Barbie to avion...