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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. Utilizing Budgeting Software For Small Businesses By : David Gass Explains the importance of the different types of budgeting software on the market today. The Waterfalls And Rapids Of IT Projects - Can Project Managers Survive Them? By : Vernon Riley The structure of an IT project can make make it impossible to deliver whilst retaining the confidence of stakeholders. Many projects would be improved if more time were spent structuring the project to help clarify the design choices and the business requirements. Various Levels Of Six Sigma Certification By : Tony Jacowski If you are considering becoming a Six Sigma professional, then you need to be aware of the various certification levels. This article educates you on the certifications available so that your career can rise high and fast in your organization. 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. Process Simulation And Six Sigma By : Tony Jacowski Get a peek into what a successful Six Sigma project looks like - use process simulation. Now you don't have to wait months and years to see the outcome of deployment. Read this article to find out how. Project Methodologies - Not A Silver Bullet By : Vernon Riley Do you assume that Prince2 or other project management methodologies will ensure success ? What is missing from the methodologies and when should you ask for help? Road Map For Green Belts By : Tony Jacowski Much has been heard about the driving force behind Six Sigma implementations - the Black Belts. But what about the Green Belts? This article introduces these talented professionals and how they make the project run behind the scenes. 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. Six Sigma For The Service Sector By : Tony Jacowski Not just for manufacturing anymore, Six Sigma has begun being used in the service sector. This article gets to the heart of how and why Six Sigma can effectively be used to enhance services offered. Six Sigma In The Insurance Industry By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma is increasingly being used in many different industries. Industries such as insurance, which rely heavily on statistics, are ripe for using Six Sigma methodologies. 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. Do You Want To Discover The Truth About Your Projects ? By : Vernon Riley Project reviews often conceal more than they reveal. This can be due to vested interests in the results, the selection of the people responsible for carrying out the review or lack of thought. To find out what's really going on it's essential to think carefully, pick the right reviewer and not simply rely on a checklist. The Best Way To Create Product Specifications By : Daniele Protti Many business people outsource some of their activities. When it comes to product development they face many problems with their suppliers? The reason is always in the product specifications. Telling the Truth about Project Leadership By : Ed Oakley The key to successful project leadership and successful projects is to bring out the best in people. Unleash their potential and focus the resulting energy, creativity, spirit, buy-in, passion, talent, enthusiasm, etc. on accomplishing our project objectives. Singletasking vs. Multitasking: Why Doing One Thing At A Time Is Faster Than Trying To Do Them All By : Dave Marcotte I've been bogged down of late. Probably just like you. I've been working on multiple projects and multiple tasks and completely unfocused for months, my mind a maze of unfinished and un-begun tasks. In fact, I have so many tasks I know I need to do that I hardly begin any it seems for fear of not starting others. Is this the logic of the successful? I think not. Six Sigma Tools For Process Control By : Tony Jacowski For ensuring the success of Six Sigma implementation projects, businesses will have to rely on the services of certified professionals such as Black Belts, and on the correct use of different types of statistical tools and techniques. Overcoming Six Sigma Controversies By : Tony Jacowski Deriving the benefits associated with Six Sigma is not always easy because it involves the implementation of the various Six Sigma concepts and methodologies across all functional departments of an organization. To deploy Six Sigma properly, it is also necessary to overcome the controversies or problems that might arise during the implementation stage. Six Sigma And The Small Or Home Based Business By : Tony Jacowski Many people are of the opinion that Six Sigma concepts are only applicable for large businesses, but the reality is that they can be employed in small home based businesses as well. Six Sigma Metrics And How to Devise Them By : Tony Jacowski For achieving Six Sigma quality levels, certified professionals such as Black Belts and Master Black Belts make use of Six Sigma metrics, which help in the measurement of output deviations in relation to customer needs and requirements. Six Sigma Technology Online By : Tony Jacowski In an era of rising costs, and doing more with less, more companies than ever are turning to Six Sigma online training courses. Find out how and why in this informative article. Six Sigma As A Management Program By : Tony Jacowski Although the basic concepts and objectives may be the same, Six Sigma is now no longer treated as just a quality improvement technique. It is now treated as a part of the overall management program and can be implemented across all the functional departments of an organization such as sales, purchases, production, inventory, and others. Six Sigma Parameters By : Tony Jacowski For ensuring the success of Six Sigma implementations, a number of factors have to be considered such as the Six Sigma parameters, which include various aspects such as predefined objectives, management support and approval, and the training provided to the team members of Six Sigma teams. The Effectiveness Of Online Six Sigma Training By : Tony Jacowski A business organization that is planning to implement Six Sigma but is running short of funds can provide Six Sigma training to existing employees so that the implementations can be carried out internally. The best option is to provide online training, which offers multiple benefits to both the organization and employees as well. 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. Six Sigma and ISO 9000: How To Choose By : Tony Jacowski ISO 900 and Six Sigma are sometimes confused. This article cuts to the chase to help you choose between the two. Leadership for Project Managers By : Jim Owens PMP In the first half of the 20th century there was a belief that Scientific Management was the new way forward. But as moral fell, psychologists began to investigate ways to motivate workers, eventually identifying the need for managers to be “leaders”. But what does this really mean? Short Cuts To Six Sigma Success By : Tony Jacowski The prospect of implementing Six Sigma in your organization can be daunting, specifically with the time investment involved. This article explores some basic techniques that can be used to reduce both the time and cost of Six Sigma implementation. 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. 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. Role Of Six Sigma In Enterprise Cost Reduction By : Tony Jacowski Six Sigma is a measure of quality. The Six Sigma quality concept strives to reduce costs and increase sales. The use of Six Sigma does not require investment in training, changes in the organizational infrastructure or a cultural evolution of the employees. Six Sigma Myths By : Tony Jacowski Many people are interested in learning more about Six Sigma, but sadly, most practitioners fail to apply Six Sigma effectively to their system. They need constant assurance that it will deliver and achieve the desired improvements. Sometimes myths and facts intermingle, and confuse the practitioner. Six Sigma Deployment By : Tony Jacowski If you are planning a Six Sigma deployment in your organization, then you should know what this entails. This article gives you the intricacies of successful Six Sigma deployment. 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. Successful Team Motivation Part 1 By : Jim Owens PMP How do you motivate people to work harder or better? That's a question that is often asked. At one time it was thought that just paying someone a higher salary, or conversely threatening them with dismissal, would motivate them. While these approaches had some success, they are very self-limiting. H 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. 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. 5 Sure-Fire Strategies to Have More Time By : Michele Hanson-O'Reggio Who else wants to get more done, in less time, with less stress? As a solo entrepreneur it often seems like everything and everyone demands your attention all at once. Managing how you spend your time on a day-to-day basis and also increasing the amount of productive time you do have, are the keys your productivity, health and quality of life. Chinese Project Managers face Barriers to Western Acceptance By : Jonathan Lee In recent years there has been an enormous growth in both the adoption of Project Management and the numbers of PMP’s (Project management Professionals) in China. But there are barriers to Chinese project managers working in English-speaking countries, due to the Chinese educational system. Powerful Project Managers, their secrets revealed By : Jonathan Lee In project management, when we talk about “power” we mean the ability of the project manager to influence the behavior of team and other stakeholders. Knowing the different types of power in project management, and knowing how and when to use them, can be crucial to managing projects successfully. 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. Product Promise By : Brian Lawley Making trustworthy promises on products to satisfy customers. Building Basics Exposed By : Jason Luke An entire construction project has many minor details that must be worked out before any work can be done such as finding construction leads to construction bidding. Read this article to learn more about construction. Writting Effective Benefits Statements By : Brian Lawley How to turn features into compelling benefits that matter to customers. When you create effective features benefits will arise and customers will notice. Leveraging Google By : Brian Lawley How and why you should spend your time optimizing your website on the web. What it takes to get your site the attention and web traffic that it deserves. The Gold Feature MRD Technique By : Brian Lawley Take the most significant feature from your product and turn it into the gold feature. Use this technique to drive effective marketing for your product. 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. Be Aware of Where You Stand to Learn How to Accomplish 20 Times More By : Donald Mitchell Many bad habits that harm performance can be overcome by having measurements that your organization understands, pays attention to, and knows how to respond to. This essay explains how to create a universal understanding of how to use measurements to eliminate stalls and point the way to more rapid progress. Work Breakdown Structure: Purpose, Process, and Pitfalls By : Micah Mathis, PMP In this article we are going to look at what many Project Managers and Project Management Professionals refer to as the "foundation" of the project, or at least the foundation of project planning. The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS). Creating a quality WBS will require a substantial amount of energy, time, and people, but in the end is not rocket science. Let’s take a look at the Purpose, Process, and Pitfalls of creating a Work Breakdown Structure. Microsoft Project Training Courses For Project Management By : Rich Talbot It is possible to apply project management principles to most activities that we undertake in our daily lives. Whether we are planning to build a house or set up a new business or even offer this service to others. 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. 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.