by SP Singh | Jan 29, 2023 | Project Execution
I had goals to achieve something today. As I left home to achieve them, I realised my goals were vague. So, I choose to change them in the new light of information. I haven’t failed. I won by not achieving arbitrary useless goals! We start all projects with a few...
by SP Singh | Jan 7, 2023 | Project Execution
We all have different standards of delivery. For example, one may consider delaying the delivery, and few product issues are normal. Whereas for other vendors, product issues and delays may not be acceptable. Rather than relying on the vendor’s definition, define...
by SP Singh | Dec 23, 2022 | Project Execution
Projects are like painting on canvas. Few decisions are arbitrary; others are not. Few decisions are difficult to change. While we have a vague understanding of the end result, the destination, approach and outcome can vary. It makes sense to start with a Minimal...
by SP Singh | Dec 21, 2022 | Project Execution
Consider ditching the weekly Project Status Report (PSR) meeting with the live Project Status dashboard. Consider replacing Risk registers and risk review meetings with dynamic Risk dashboards. Let the owners of risk call for meetings when and if required. Consider...
by SP Singh | Dec 16, 2022 | Project Execution
Hiring an expert/consultant can be expensive. Therefore, many SMEs often try to avoid hiring them. They try to source resources in-house or other alternate ways. So, why do we need an expert? Here is a list of a few reasons: Experts help businesses to avoid making...
by SP Singh | Dec 8, 2022 | Project Execution
It is excellent to stick to the agenda and tightly run meetings. However, we must allow freedom of new thoughts, ideas, and questions. These are all the byproducts of discussion. These topics may not directly relate to the meeting agenda but are essential to note. The...
by SP Singh | Nov 30, 2022 | Project Execution
“What Got You Here Won’t Get You There” is one of the great books by Marshall Goldsmith. The central theme is that the tools and habits that have helped us to achieve what we have now may not help to get to the next stage in life. Hence, we must find...
by SP Singh | Nov 27, 2022 | Project Execution
It may sound strange, but it is true! Technology projects revolve around the Sponsor’s focus point! The Project team, vendors, and Business executives ensure to keep the Sponsor in confidence. Ultimately, as a Sponsor, you are accountable for the project. You...
by SP Singh | Nov 17, 2022 | Project Execution
You may hear this common complaint from the Business Analyst or Consultants: But you do not provide clear requirements! Or The customer does not understand the requirements! Or You keep changing your mind about the requirements! It is one of the common complaints from...
by SP Singh | Nov 11, 2022 | Project Execution
While preparing for advanced mathematic exams, I used to ditch a few unimportant topics, first. After all average student like me will not win by preparing everything. Similarly, when we go to the gym, we ditch a few exercises that do not assist us in meeting our end...
