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Articles in Home | Business | Project Management Title|Newest|Oldest 10 Steps to Becoming a PMP  By : Cornelius Fichtner The PMP (Project Management Professional) credential is the most sought after certification in project management today. It is overseen by the Project Management Institute. We explore 10 standard steps you should follow in order to successfully pass your exam. 35 Contact Hours for the PMP Exam  By : Cornelius Fichtner The PMP (Project Management Professional) Exam is the most sought after project management credential today. One eligibility criteria is required training. This article explains how to get it. 5 Steps to Systematic Thinking  By : Tony Jacowski If you frequently find yourself at a loss when it comes to problem solving, then you need to read this article! You will learn how to apply advanced thinking techniques to problems so you come out on top! 6 Career Killers And How To Avoid Them  By : Tony Jacowski Your career is your lifeblood. Don't let it fall victim to these 6 career killers. 6 Ways To Overcome Workplace Stresses  By : Tony Jacowski Is stress on the job ruining your attitude? Are you bringing stress from the office home with you? This article cuts through the fluff to reveal 6 ways that you can beat workplace stress before it beats you! 7 Steps To Streamline Every Area of Your Business  By : Daniel Lock For every step you introduce into a process the complexity increases exponentially. A Six Sigma Guide To "The Belts"  By : Tony Jacowski What is the difference between the six sigma certification belts? Read on to find out! Adapting to Change is Equally Important as Adopting Change  By : Tony Jacowski Change isn't just a matter of doing things differently. It has to do with the trust the employees have in the management to know that the alteration will be an improvement. Adding Value To The Content Of Six Sigma Project Charters  By : Tony Jacowski The importance of the Six Sigma Project Charter is well understood as it acts as the blueprint for carrying out the implementations. It is only when a well-defined project charter is made available to the implementation team, that the organization can hope to realize all the benefits associated with the Six Sigma implementation project. Adopting a Process -- Tips for Helping Your Team Adapt  By : Randy McGowan Most process methodologies do a fine job at covering the process; however they rarely address the real world issues encountered when a formal process collides with a team. Affiliate Manager And Project Manager  By : Daniele Protti Many business men forget the importance of some roles in their business. Online the two major roles are Affiliate Manager and Project Manager. The aim of this article is to compare the two roles to know which points are in common. Aligning Six Sigma With Organizational Goals And Objectives  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma has no doubt proved its effectiveness as a quality improvement technique, but business organizations that are implementing it for the first time still need to keep in mind a few basic things in order to ensure that all goes well as planned. Applied Management Project Software: In Control  By : George Purdy Project management is a growing career opportunity and an important part of business today. The services of certified, experienced project management professionals are in demand and crucial to business success, allowing for high salaries and job security. Information technology project management is also important to older businesses such construction and manufacturing. Applying Kaizen Principles to Six Sigma Implementation Projects  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma helps in improving quality and minimizing defects. However, organizations need to determine unfavorable matters that could surface in the course of the implementation. Usually, these matters have to be resolved by Six Sigma professionals like Black Belts that work with management to finishing the execution in the specified cost and time limit. Applying The Theory of Constraints in Six Sigma Implementation Projects  By : Tony Jacowski The theory of constraints (TOC) is basically a management philosophy, which deals with making improvements in a given system or process. It is based on the premise that if a system or process is to be improved upon, then the first thing that needs to be done is to identify that vital component of the given system that most limits the entire process from achieving optimum efficiencies. Avoiding Risks In Six Sigma Implementations  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma can certainly help in reducing operational costs and improving quality, but businesses should never forget that there are inherent risks that need to be eliminated first in order to achieve the Six Sigma goals and objectives. Barriers To Lean Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski Lean Six Sigma certainly holds great potential, but businesses should never forget that there are barriers to "Lean" that if not accounted for, can prevent the organization from realizing its full potential. Basic Characteristics Of Six Sigma Deployments  By : Tony Jacowski Since the time it was first deployed in the seventies by the Motorola Corporation, Six Sigma has undergone significant changes over the years. Originally meant for use in the manufacturing industry, Six Sigma is now being deployed in almost all types of businesses, including many belonging to the services industry. Basic Project Management Skills  By : Rich Talbot A successful Project Manager must successfully manage four basic aspects of a project: resources, time, money and scope. Let us briefly consider how Microsoft Project software is designed to assist in the management of these four elements. Battling Inefficiencies With Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski The effectiveness of Six Sigma implementations in large corporate organizations has already been well documented, but if we were given a project to assess it's effectiveness in governmental agencies, we would certainly hit a roadblock because not much information is available as related to the effectiveness of Six Sigma implementations in the non-corporate world. Be Successful In Your Job Search - Avoid These Top 10 Mistakes!  By : Tony Jacowski Take responsibility for the success of your job search. Success begins with knowing the top mistakes made by job seekers and how to make sure that you avoid them. Black Belt Strategies For Small Businesses  By : Tony Jacowski The first company to deploy Six Sigma concepts and methodologies was Motorola. The main objective of the company at that time was to reduce wastage and defects by improving the efficiency of existing business processes. Since that time, this has become a standard and is applicable for both manufacturing industries as well as the services sector. Business Planning With Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma is an established methodology and is recognized the world over as a system for business improvement. It also helps to construct a business plan. It is especially helpful to small business owners, as it provides a structure through the DMAIC model to put different activities together in order to show how they interact for achieving business goals. Can Six Sigma Help Improve Clinical Results?  By : Tony Jacowski Volumes have been written on the benefits that Six Sigma offers to the manufacturing industry and even to emerging services industries, but if you search to find its applicability in areas such as healthcare, you may not find much information. Common Mistakes To Avoid During Green Belt Training  By : Tony Jacowski Green Belts play a vital role in Six Sigma implementations, but the problem is that it is not that easy to provide Green Belt training to existing employees. Communication Strategies For Six Sigma Initiatives  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma is a proven quality improvement technique; but to ensure its success in your organization, you will have to take care of a few basic things such as providing adequate channels of communication. Concepts for Green Belt Coaching  By : Tony Jacowski Any organization that wants to derive the full benefits of Six Sigma implementation projects first needs to provide the requisite coaching to its employees, especially to selected implementation team members, in order to make them aware about the basic concepts and methodologies of Six Sigma. Construction Management Project Training: Infrastructure Success  By : George Purdy Many people are looking for a project management training class, both for its application to their current jobs and for potential career advancement. The United States Department of Labor estimates that demand for project managers will be greater than the supply for at least the next seven years. As a result of the unmet demand, pay scales are very high, starting at about 50 dollars per hour and frequently going over 100 dollars per hour, especially in specialized fields. Bonuses are also available, increasing the pay even more. Construction Management Study  By : Joann Cheong Construction management is the study and practice of managerial and technological factors in the industry of construction. Construction Project Management Courses  By : Joann Cheong An industry that continues to grow and shows only a little sign of slowing, the construction industry competitive world are in need of construction professionals who are equipped with skills and the know-how to effectively carry out the assigned job. Construction Project Management: Real Estate Development  By : George Purdy Due to the explosive growth in housing and other infrastructure construction projects, there is a burgeoning need to provide highly skilled construction project management. This is a widely held opinion despite the continuing downtrend in the housing market due to the sub-prime mortgage financial debacle. Why? It is an undeniable fact that infrastructure is one of the essential bulwarks of modern economies. Construction Waste Management  By : Joann Cheong Have you notice how construction sites generate those considerable piles of heap everyday. COPQ - A Highly Misunderstood Term  By : Tony Jacowski In most Six Sigma implementation projects, the COPQ (cost of poor quality) is calculated to assess the total value of loss that accrues to the organization as a result of defects. COPQ is useful because it allows businesses to understand the overall impact that the defects might be having on precious organizational resources. Cost Of Poor Quality And Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski Top 6 things that cause poor quality. Critical Decision Making With Six Sigma Cause & Effects Analysis  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma has many highly effective quality improvement tools in its arsenal, but if we were to list out the best, the Six Sigma Cause & Effects analysis tool would certainly be worth mentioning. This is simply because the cause & effects analysis tool allows for critical decision making, which forms the backbone of most Six Sigma quality improvement initiatives. Critical Things To Consider Before Investing in a Team Collaboration System  By : Christine Harrell In today's interconnected world where more organizations are collaborating with partners and clients, and coordinating virtual staff, online team collaboration solutions have become a 'must-have' to keep everyone on the same page. Cutting Costs With Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma is rarely thought of as a method to cut costs. This article shows you how Six Sigma has evolved into an effective cost-cutting tool. Defining Six Sigma Projects  By : Tony Jacowski All Six Sigma projects need to be clearly defined. Here's how to use a charter to make defining your Six Sigma project quick and painless. Deploying Six Sigma QFD  By : Tony Jacowski In today's highly competitive businesses environment, it is not enough for companies just to know their customers; what in fact is required today is the certainty about customer needs and expectations. Design Of Experiments In Marketing  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma initiatives ought to be used for marketing. There would not be a better way to explain the association between the needs and wants of a customer and the service/products a company provides than marketing. Nevertheless, there is inadequate data on the crucial Xs that affect the decision making process of purchasing. Design Risk Assessment In Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski Confused about how to assess design risk in your Six Sigma implementation? This article goes in-depth to explain how to assess risk design and the tools to use to accomplish it. Dynamic Personality Types And Career Choices  By : Tony Jacowski Helps Match personality types with career choices which may come up. Easier Methods For Deriving Six Sigma Benefits  By : Tony Jacowski Technically speaking, the size of an organization does not have any effect on the success of Six Sigma deployments. However, since the general perception is that Six Sigma benefits only large business entities, many smaller businesses often do not take too well to Six Sigma deployment ideas. So, how can smaller businesses get over these negative perceptions? Effective Online Six Sigma Training  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma implementation projects are meant for reducing wastage in business processes. However, for ensuring the success of 6 Sigma implementations, it is necessary to provide adequate training to everyone involved with the implementation. Ensuring Continuity of Six Sigma Implementation Projects  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma may be the best available quality management system, but businesses should never forget that the success of Six Sigma implementation projects depends not only on the use of appropriate Six Sigma tools and techniques but also on how efficiently the implementations are carried out. Ensuring Six Sigma Success Through Process Improvement Teams  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma project implementations certainly have their benefits, but any business organization that aims to derive such benefits first needs to realize the fact that the implementations are a set of complex processes that can be carried out successfully only by specialized process improvement teams. Ensuring Success Of DFSS Projects Through Resource Planning  By : Tony Jacowski There are many variables that determine the overall success of Six Sigma projects, but if we were to make a list of the top contributors, Resource Planning would certainly make it to the top. Ensuring The Success Of Six Sigma Process Improvement Projects  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma process improvement projects rely heavily on the use of scientific tools and techniques, but that is often not enough to ensure the success of such projects, because there is always a human angle involved - such as the needs and expectations of the customers, which can be quite difficult to comprehend and quantify. Escaping Work At Home Scams  By : Tony Jacowski Looking for a legitimate work at home opportunity? Are you having trouble figuring out the real thing from the scams? This article reveals how you can separate the scam artists from the real deal and save your hard earned money! Essential Requirements For Six Sigma Implementations  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma implementations have now become quite common and most of them basically lay stress on improving quality, reducing wastage by curtailing the defect rate, and augmenting overall efficiency. By implementing Six Sigma, businesses can now easily hope to achieve near-perfection, i.e. a defect rate that does not exceed 3.4 per million opportunities at any given point of time. Essential Six Sigma Software  By : Tony Jacowski In order to analyze the huge amounts of data collected during Six Sigma implementation, you need to have an automated solution. This article analyzes how Six Sigma software can be of help. Essential Tips For Deploying Six Sigma In Mobile Workforces  By : Tony Jacowski It is often said that over the years, Six Sigma has adapted well to the needs and requirements of the growing services sector, but if you take a closer look, you can easily notice that the results are far from being uniform. Etiquette for Customer Service on the Phone  By : James Stinson When excellent etiquette is observed on the phone, the company and the customers benefit mutually. Every Project Should Connect the Dots  By : Robert Howard In today's business world, implementing projects is the way that things get done. But not every project is created equal. Some projects can create results that go straight to the bottom line, while others languish to generate any tangible results. Choose the right projects by connecting the dots to stakeholder value. Fair Trade Lessons Learned From Bali Jewelry Factory Visits  By : Marc Choyt When a company markets "fair trade jewelry," might that mean in terms of actual manufacturing? There is no established standard. Yet jewelry manufacturing is complex and toxic. This article explores lessons concerning safety and cultural issues based on jewelry factory visits in Bali, Indonesia. Five Key Features of Project Management Software  By : Ray La Foy Success of your business today depends on a variety of factors, and having very good management project software may well be one of them. Following A Data-Based Approach In The Six Sigma Decision Making Process  By : Tony Jacowski The emergence of Six Sigma as the most successful of all the available quality management systems was mainly due to its inherent characteristics that stressed following a data-based approach to the decision making process. Following a Systematic Approach to Six Sigma Project Implementations  By : Tony Jacowski Businesses may state their own reasons for their successful Six Sigma project implementations, but if you analyze a few success stories, it will not take you long to realize that the thing that is common to all the success stories is the systematic approach of implementing Six Sigma projects. Following The Six Sigma Operational Excellence Code  By : Tony Jacowski Maintaining operational excellence not only ensures the success of Six Sigma implementation projects but also generates confidence among the team members as most of the planned goals and objectives are achieved with ease. Foreign Vs. Domestic Outsourced Accounting Services-What's the Difference?  By : Christine Harrell The export of jobs overseas has become a hot-button issue in newspapers, political debates, and business management. Strong feelings exist on both sides and many people simply cringe when they consider the possibility of outsourced accounting services. Fundamentals Of Six Sigma Training  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma concepts and methodologies help in reducing defects and improving the efficiency of existing business processes. The increase in the number of organizations opting for Six Sigma has increased the demand for Six Sigma professionals such as Green Belts, Black Belts and Master Black Belts. Future Of Six Sigma - Different Viewpoints  By : Tony Jacowski Use of Six Sigma can be highly controversial. Here you will learn the many different viewpoints on the future of Six Sigma so you can make an informed decision on implementation. Guide To Outsourcing  By : Ryan Smith When outsourcing your projuect it is always good to make sure you have the right candidate for the job. Using these steps can better ensure you make the right choice. Guide To Project Management Body Of Knowledge: Resource Utilities  By : George Purdy If you’re a business owner or executive, you want the best training and references possible. The same is true when it comes to performance management. One of the best references is "A guide to the project management body of knowledge," a Worksmart book. Often abbreviated as "PMBOK," this book was first printed in 1987. The current edition updates and refines this information for use in today’s environment. How Are Six Sigma Implementations and Motorcycle Rides Related?  By : Tony Jacowski Surprised? Well, don't be - because if you look closely you too can easily understand the applicability of this analogy. You have to look for the philosophy behind Six Sigma implementations, which often gets cloaked due to the sheer number of technicalities involved. How Managers Can Convince Their Peers to Opt For Six Sigma Implementations  By : Tony Jacowski What exactly can managers do to pave the way for Six Sigma implementations? Well, the right thing to do is to market Six Sigma implementation as a profitable business venture. How Outsourcing Works and Its Benefits  By : James Stinson You may be wondering how this outsourcing works. You may be a complete ignorant when it comes to the outsourcing industry, but as long as you have good internet browsing skills and the knowledge and talents to support it, then in no time at all, you will be receiving dollars in exchange for the work that you will do for clients How Simulations Aid Six Sigma Project Executions  By : Tony Jacowski It may be quite difficult to count the total number of technological advancements that have taken place since the start of the industrial revolution, but if we were to prepare something like a "top ten list", the recently developed simulation technology would certainly make it on the coveted list. How Six Sigma Can Help ITIL Service Level Management  By : Tony Jacowski The use of the ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) has become quite commonplace in the IT sector, simply because it provides the necessary framework for achieving operational excellence. How The Packaging Industry Is Benefiting From Lean Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski When the term "Lean" is mentioned, the first thing that comes to mind is often the names of large manufacturing businesses that rely heavily on Lean Six Sigma for achieving their set goals and objectives. How To Assess The Success Of Six Sigma Implementation  By : Tony Jacowski Have you recently implemented Six Sigma in your organization? If yes, then you must also find out a way to assess its success. Assessing a Six Sigma technology is not the last process post-implementation. How to Choose a Six Sigma Black Belt Project  By : Tony Jacowski If you are a new Six Sigma student, you need to know how to select a Six Sigma Project. Here's a step-by-step guide to selecting a project for the best chances of success. How To Initiate A Six Sigma Project  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma has been recognized for years now for its effective management problem solving strategies. One of the major reasons for its success is proper project scoping. How To Make Lean Six Sigma Work For Sales Operations  By : Tony Jacowski Over the years, a wide range of organizations and industries have been effectively executing Six Sigma and Lean in engineering, manufacturing, as well as business processes such as customer service, administration, and finance. Sales departments are the latest addition to the lot. Even though it is the last business area to be added, it is already turning out to be of great value. How To Manage Six Sigma Teams  By : Tony Jacowski The key to successful Six Sigma deployment lies in successful team management. Learn how to manage Six Sigma teams effectively and pick a great Team Lead. How To Turn Resistance Into Support For Lean Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski It is a generally accepted theory that people are resistant to change, be it a change in their behavior or a change in their immediate environment. And since Lean Six Sigma aims to achieve both these changes, it is not surprising to find the employees up in arms against the new concepts and methodologies being suggested as part of the ongoing Lean Six Sigma implementation process. How Useful is Six Sigma For The Medical Transcription Businesses?  By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma and Medical Transcription are not two things that seem very compatible, but they are! Hypothesis Testing and Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski Most Six Sigma projects aim at improving the quality of existing business processes by making appropriate changes wherever required. However, before implementing anything, the proposed changes are analyzed using hypothesis testing to ensure that they will be able to deliver the desired results. IDOV Methodology Of Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski Some people have never heard of IDOV; however it is one of the most commonly used Six Sigma methodologies. Here we give you everything you always wanted to know but were afraid to ask about IDOV. Implementing Effectual Six Sigma Training Methodologies  By : Tony Jacowski Today, Six Sigma is one of the most popular quality methods used in a wide variety organizations and functions. It employs a statistical unit of measurement for gauging the ability of the process, achieving flawless performance, and eventually, increasing customer satisfaction. Implementing LEAN In Four Simple Steps  By : Tony Jacowski Lean Six Sigma is generally associated with cost reductions and process improvements, but not many know that it can also be used for designing and developing new products and services in line with customer needs and expectations. Implementing Six Sigma in BPO's and Customer Contact Centers  By : Tony Jacowski The Motorola Company implemented Six Sigma concepts and methodologies for the first time in the early eighties, mainly to improve the efficiency of business processes related to manufacturing. Since that time, Six Sigma has undergone major transformations. It has now become possible to use it for improving services industries such as BPO's and customer contact centers. Improving Sales Through Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski With recent advancements in technology, it has now become possible to implement Six Sigma concepts and methodologies even in non-engineering functional departments such as sales and marketing. By implementing Six Sigma, businesses can now streamline their sales and marketing efforts to improve revenues, cut costs and improve the overall efficiency of the sales department. Initiating Six Sigma Pilot Projects  By : Tony Jacowski The effectiveness of Six Sigma projects is easily evident from the increase in the number of businesses that now prefer Six Sigma to other types of quality improvement initiatives such as TQM (Total Quality Management). The best thing about Six Sigma projects is that they can be implemented in all types of industries, large or small. Integrating Lean Six Sigma With CMMI  By : Tony Jacowski Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) is the latest process improvement approach that not only aims at improving standalone processes, but also makes way for the improvement and effective integration of other processes that might be connected to the main process. Integrating Project Management Into A Six Sigma System  By : Tony Jacowski In today's highly competitive environment, businesses are being forced to lower operational costs, reduce cycle time, and offer a diverse product mix to their customers to achieve higher profits and garner a bigger market share. Integrating Six Sigma With Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)  By : Tony Jacowski Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) is the latest management concept that aims at making the best possible use of human as well as technological (IT) resources available within a business organization. However, businesses should never forget that SOA might not prove as effective as desired if implemented on a standalone basis. Introduction To Six Sigma Implementation Teams  By : Tony Jacowski Over the years, Six Sigma has certainly proved its worth as a highly effective quality improvement technique. But even then businesses need to take adequate precautions, because the success of Six Sigma implementation projects depends a lot on the skills, aptitude, motivation and approach of Six Sigma implementation teams. Involving Finance In Six Sigma Implementations  By : Tony Jacowski It is common to hear companies claim substantial financial profits by implementing different developmental measures. However, how confident would a company be about the benefits - could it be by generating additional revenue or cost saving to actually affect the bottom line? Keeping this in mind, companies should definitely involve the finance department in deploying Six Sigma. Is Six Sigma Quality Worth The Price to Your Business?  By : Tony Jacowski Read to see if Six Sigma is worth for your bussiness Is Six Sigma The Ultimate Management Tool?  By : Tony Jacowski Find out why Six Sigma is the tool of choice by many of the world's leading organizations! IT Project Management: Evolving With Changing Business Scenario  By : George Purdy There has never been a better or more interesting time to consider a career in the project management profession. This profession is concerned with discovering and implementing the best and most efficient way to complete projects. Good project management is relevant across a wide range of areas, including IT project management, sales, construction project management, as well as countless other areas. Lean Six Sigma For Maintenance Services  By : Tony Jacowski Lean six sigma concepts may have been originally designed for use in production, but over the years they have proved so versatile that their use has now spread to many other less-publicized areas such as maintenance services. Lean Six Sigma Meets Darwin And Market Segmentation  By : Tony Jacowski Charles Darwin, the renowned naturalist propounded that all living beings continuously keep evolving so as to increase their chances of survival. Now, Lean Six Sigma may not come close to being a living organism, but that has not hindered it's evolution or it's ability to adapt to new business processes and concepts. Management Coaching A Great Business Solution  By : George Purdy The modern office has a very precise chain of command. It includes every individual in a company. Everyone needs to know their own role, from the bottom to the very top of the company. Managing well means that everything flows smoothly. This is achieved by keeping everyone up to date on all aspects of projects at every level. It allows people to function most efficiently. Management Software For Your Business  By : George Purdy A major metropolitan newspaper polled students studying business management around the country. What they discovered was that a big chunk of their education centered on learning different types of management software. If this is news to you, do not be overly concerned. A significant percentage of the population, even those involved in business would not have guessed that fact. Managing Automated IT Processes with Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski Automated IT (Information Technology) processes that have become a norm today have no doubt made it quite easy for companies to manage complex tasks. Since there is plenty at stake and even a small mistake has the potential to create huge problems in such processes, it makes sense to deploy highly-effective quality improvement and control systems such as Six Sigma. Managing with Variations in Measures  By : Tony Jacowski A great article of the different introspections looking into tasks and how they measure up. Marketing Lean Six Sigma As A Profit Multiplier  By : Tony Jacowski The main job of Six Sigma Master Black Belts in managing implementations may not have changed much over the years, but new responsibilities have certainly been added to their work profile, especially in the last few years. Maximizing Call Center Resource Utilization With Six Sigma  By : Tony Jacowski Over the years, the Six Sigma quality improvement system has gained greater acceptance and applicability, covering almost all the various business domains that exist today. This has been made possible mainly due to its inherent ability to make significant improvements in the quality of goods and services, reduce the number of business process errors and minimize operational costs.  1 | 2 | 3	Sign Up for a free account or learn more. Submit Articles Member Login Top Authors Most Popular Articles Submission Guidelines Ezine Notifications Article RSS Feeds New Stuff About Us Link to Us Contact Us Privacy Policy Terms of Service Blog Marketing Club Penguin News PodCast Marketing RSS Latest News Find summer camp jobs on MySummerCamps.com

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