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Once we've ageed to proceed, the
team is led through a series of meetings where the project is divided into
tasks, sequences and timeframes. The plan, now owned by the development team,
includes a simple timekeeping system that enables the team to implement
approved changes on-the-fly. After the impacted business operations are mapped,
and you approve the solution design, development work begins. |
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We use a powerful tool called
"earned value" to track the progress of your project. Issues are identified
early and responses are planned proactively. Using ratios of
"planned-to-actual-costs" and "planned-to-actual-progress", "earned
value" compares what you've
accomplished against what you've planned to provide a clear picture of the
project status. |
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seasoned manager to define the opportunity, allocate responsibilities and
organize the team. We begin by meeting with your key people to understand your
business proposition. We prepare a list of questions and only after the
opportunity is thoroughly understood is the solution conceived. Then, following
our comprehensive proposal guidelines, the technical team creates the
architecture, defines the major deliverables and estimates the time and cost. |
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As project manager, we act as the
main switchboard, keeping the lines of communication open for all involved. We
monitor progress closely and report concisely to ensure key stakeholders
understand the status of the project and are informed of all changes. Proposed
changes are always evaluated for their ability to enhance the business
opportunity. We keep the team focused on the opportunity and stick to the plan.
Changes must be compelling and customer approved. |
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Whatever the project, we dig deep to
immerse the team in the business opportunity. Because of this focus on the
value proposition, we can set goals that not only challenge and motivate the
team, but also rally the team to find the best solution. As we have seen
repeatedly, team members perform best when their objectives are tied to
meaningful and rewarding work. This starts with a thorough understanding of the
project's value proposition. |
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Plan
of Attack
Progress
Monitoring
Scope
Definition
Managing
Customer Expectations
Team
Motivation & Results