Every project, regardless of size or scope, relies on a clear division of roles to deliver its intended outcomes effectively. At its core, a project requires a project manager to steer the effort and a team to execute the work—roles that may sometimes overlap. Equally critical is the project sponsor, who secures funding and champions the project within the broader … [Read more...]
Project success criteria are sometimes fickle and elusive things. On paper, the budget and schedule feature prominently in every project. After all, a project is defined as a temporary endeavor to create a unique product or service. But most projects have a host of other criteria, like product quality, third party stakeholders, or end user evaluation results. And to … [Read more...]
Behind every successful project stands a pivotal figure: the project sponsor. Far more than a name on an organizational chart, the sponsor is the linchpin connecting vision to execution, present in every project regardless of scale or scope. Positioned just one rung above the project manager, they don’t dive into the daily grind but instead wield a broader … [Read more...]
Every project is a puzzle, and the pieces don’t fall into place by magic—they’re guided by the people who make it happen. That’s where the project organization chart comes in: a clear, visual snapshot of who’s doing what, who reports to whom, and how the team fits together. But more than just lines and boxes, it’s the backbone of accountability and collaboration, … [Read more...]
The first knowledge area within the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) is called Project Integration Management. Although most people forget about it after writing the PMP exam (because it is a unique knowledge area that underpins all of the other, more visible ones), this knowledge area is in fact the one most utilized on a day-to-day basis by … [Read more...]
The Project Management Institute (PMI) defines project management as follows: The application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet project requirements. The profession of project management includes the application of many skills, which include: Dividing the project into tasks Creating schedules (deadlines) Estimating … [Read more...]
The project sponsor is an integral part of the project management organizational chart. In fact, every project has a sponsor in one form or another. It is a central cog in the wheel in the existence of a project. The project sponsor is NOT a personal financial contributor to the project. Think of it this way. They are one, and only one, level above the project … [Read more...]
