Gantt Chart- A Gantt Chart is a tool used to visually display the project schedule by representing the tasks and the task relationships, including dependencies and duration. Depending on the software used, the resource name may also be provided with the individual tasks on the Gantt chart. Create visually compelling and effective Gantt Charts with personalized guidance from Elevate Blueprint, tailored to your project needs.
Gap Analysis- Gap Analysis is the tool used to compare the current state against the future state. By using this tool, the project team can better determine what scope is necessary to achieve the desired future state. This will focus the scope of work on what will provide the greatest return on investment (ROI) and therefore improve resource utilization, schedule duration, and stakeholder satisfaction. Uncover actionable insights for your current and future state comparisons with Elevate Optimize, designed to maximize ROI and resource utilization.
Ground Rules- Ground Rules are guidelines and/or agreements established by the team in order to create a set of norms or rules on how the project team will operate and work together. Ground rules vary but typically cover how a team will communicate, how decisions will be made, conflicts resolved, and meeting etiquette, and can evolve as the team dynamic evolves. Establish effective team dynamics with Elevate Drive, which provides strategies to enhance collaboration and create productive work environments.
Group Decision-Making- Group Decision-Making is the process where the project team leverages a group of stakeholders and team members in order to decide. Depending on the decision, the stakeholders may be involved in order to ensure stakeholder satisfaction and buy-in, utilize their subject matter expertise, and/or gain a more comprehensive point of view of the situation. Facilitate collaborative decision-making with tailored frameworks from Elevate Engage, designed to ensure stakeholder alignment and satisfaction.
High-Level Design- High-Level Design is most typically used during the concept planning of a project, which can be done during the planning phase or earlier on during the initiation phase. The intent is to provide a high-level view of the project in order to align stakeholders and give the project team a concept of what the end state will look like. After alignment is gained, the project team can then build out the components of the project in more detail. Align stakeholders effectively with concept planning tools from Elevate Vision, providing clear direction for project success.
Histogram Analysis- Histogram Analysis is the technique used to analyze a histogram (aka bar chart), which is the visual depiction of data sets. By reviewing the shape and spread of the data, the project manager and project team can better assess the data set and make informed decisions as to what the data means and how to apply it to or adjust the project plan. Turn data into actionable insights with Elevate Metrics, offering tools for detailed analysis and effective data visualization.
Hybrid Project Management- Hybrid Project Management is the combination of predictive (waterfall) project methodology and agile project management methodology. Whereas some projects fit neatly into one methodology, some projects may need to oscillate between or blend the two together (e.g., several disparate teams may need to operate at the same time but use the two separate methodologies). By using the two methodologies, the project team can achieve better outcomes by utilizing the methodology that facilitates the best work for the team.
Final Thoughts
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