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Milestone-Kanban: A Hybrid Project Scheduling Technique

The Milestone-Kanban Schedule (MKS) is a hybrid project scheduling and management technique that combines traditional and agile best practices.  The technique is well-suited for simple and complicated projects where the required deliverables are clear, but the time and effort needed to create them are not.  It

Unlock the Power of the Project Management Plan

The project management plan (Plan) is a powerful tool.  It describes how the project will be executed. It should be tailored based on the project’s context and needs.  A good Plan reduces the likelihood of misunderstanding, conflict, and disappointment. Unfortunately, in the rush to start a

Taylorism: Then & Now

Frederick Winslow Taylor shaped the field of management science.  He believed systematic and scientific methods could be applied to managing operations and production.  His work inspired the formation of the Harvard Business School and the modern assembly line.  The Academy of Managemen read more