What do I need to do as a Project Sponsor?

Are you sponsoring a project for the first time? It is a big responsibility, and you must know your role within the project. Sometimes, however, what is expected from you may not be clear. You are not going to receive a position description. Your stakeholders expect...

Does your ERP system need a service?

Your car probably works hard for a living. You rely on it and depend on it. Consequently, at regular intervals, you will put it in the hands of people you trust to check it and ensure it runs correctly. At the same time, they will re-tune it for peak performance. ERP...

Who should be the sponsor of the ERP project?

When we implement a new ERP, who should be the sponsor of the ERP project? Should it be CEO, COO, GM, CFO or MD? You may say it depends! Yes, it depends on many factors. But it should not rely on the job title but instead on qualities. We often label people with job...

How do you get the Project team to commit to the plan?

Lack of ownership and commitment is a common problem in projects. As a result, project leaders and senior stakeholders often struggle to get a commitment. So, how do you get the Project team to commit to the plan? Look, there is no silver bullet. But, this tactic...

Consultants and cab drivers scam!

Cab drivers are often known for scamming new visitors within the city. They take longer routes to make more on the meter. So, the rider has to pay more. Consultants are even worse. The consulting model of per/hour charge is ideally suited for taking longer routes to...

Why are consultants so expensive?

Executives have a terrible habit of comparing consultants with their direct reports. Consultants are like guides who hold your hands and navigate you from dark to light. Yes, you can choose to navigate yourself. There is a risk, however. You may be lost in the...