Recently I’ve been asked several times about the differences between a business analyst (BA) and a business systems analyst (BSA). My first answer, of course, is “It depends.” It depends on how your organization has defined the roles. But I thought I would document my...
There has been a significant amount of discussion regarding the tension between development and agile contracts. Many see this conflict as irreconcilable, citing provisions in the Agile Manifesto favoring “working software over comprehensive documentation” and...
Planning Project Communications Having a well-thought-out and documented plan at the beginning of a project is important. The plan can often mean the difference between success and failure. As a project manager, you need to care about project communication. Too often...
One of the most important steps when coming up with a plan for your next project is identifying and analyzing risks. Whether you’re new to project management or you want to become a better project manager, understanding how to accurately determine where the risks lie...
ORGANIZATIONAL RESILIENCE AMIDST CLIMATE CHANGE, CYBER RISK AND TERRORISM Join us on April 30th, 2018 in NYC for this 1-Day Symposium, register here! Leadership and decision making are at every level of the organization. We project professionals often find ourselves...
The Value of PMI Credentials It is understandable and healthy to question the value of any certifications, including those from the Project Management Institute. Are they worth it? Are they just money-making schemes for the certification creators? Do hiring managers...
