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7 Things You Need to Know About Development Project Estimations

Whether you are a project manager planning for a smooth implementation of a plan or a project sponsor on whose decisions a project depends, you cannot escape from the fact that project estimation is essential to its success. In the first place, there are three basic requirements that a project must satisfy: schedule, budget, and quality. The need to work within these essential project boundaries poses a huge challenge to everyone in the central management team. Read

By: ExecutiveBrief Staff | 30/11/2009 | Software

Top 5 Ways to Incorporate CMMI with Agile Methods

There is a common misconception that CMMI and Agile are polar opposites. One relies on institutionalization and documentation of processes and methodologies, while the other emphasizes interaction among workers and “working software over comprehensive documentation” (Agile Manifesto). Read

By: ExecutiveBrief Staff | 31/07/2009 | Software

Managing Hidden Project Costs for Better ROI

A project manager can assign numbers to productive hours, headcounts, and quality, but how does one factor in hidden costs, such as trainings, project changes, and communication, among others? Read

By: ExecutiveBrief Staff | 28/04/2009 | Project Management

9 Steps to a Hassle Free and Effective Software Development Project

Following these nine steps may be the ultimate secret weapon to winning business and successfully delivering new easy-to-use software that meets and exceeds expectations. Read

By: ExecutiveBrief Staff | 16/04/2009 | Software

Evaluating CMMI: When is it a Good Fit?

What's the best way to identify and implement process improvement for your business? Gain the knowledge you need to determine if CMMI will fit the bill. Read

By: ExecutiveBrief Staff | 23/03/2009 | Software

How Pie Charts, Mr. Spock and the Big Picture Can Optimize Your Projects

What’s the best way to allocate resources across projects? How can you ensure you stay on budget and meet established deadlines? Read up on the latest tools designed to make your job easier! Read

By: ExecutiveBrief Staff | 19/03/2009 | Project Management