travis, Author at Plan Hammer

How does applying a Risk Breakdown Structure Help with Risk Management?

A good project manager should be able to manage the risks of a project effectively and keep the project on track. Easier said than done, right? A risk breakdown structure approach is used across the globe as a helpful tool for achieving this. Basically a risk breakdown structure creates a hierarchical overview of all identified risks in a project. Not only does it create a hierarchical overview, you will also have a logical bundling or categorization of the types of risks you expect to encounter during the lifecycle of a…read more

What is a online GANTT chart creator and what are its advantages?

Why worry about the advantages of a online GANTT Chart? One of the biggest elements that you need to have together when you are managing a project at work is organization. Thankfully, there are many infrastructures in place that you can use to organize projects and schedule it so that you can see the progress of the smaller projects that you have within bigger, overarching picture of the project you are working on. Today we are going to be discussing some of the critical advantages of using a Gantt…read more

Can a RACI model have more than 1 responsible role per task?

The Bottom Line in RACI Model: Can There Be More Than One Responsible? The short answer is: Yes. You can have multiple roles detailing specific duties and responsibilities that contribute to an overall project result or deliverable. The efficient execution of multiple Responsible roles is the tricky part. There is an old military saying that no plan survives contact with the enemy. The same is true of business plans and task organization matrices like RACI: they look great on paper and sound great in meetings, but you…read more

Why Bother Using a Risk Management Tool When Planning Projects?

Posted by travis in Project risk management, project risk register, Risk Breakdown Structure, risk management tool, risk register tool

When most people think about risk management, they imagine that it has something to do with factoring in potential problems that come from some kind of financial deal. For example, before moving forward, you will want to assess the amount of risk involved to make sure that it’s a worthwhile investment. But what about when talking about projects and delivery? It may surprise you to learn that using a risk management tool transcends business and can become a necessary part of any company’s strategy for success. Whether it’s an internal…read more

Agile Kanban Board Basics

In today’s fast paced world, it can feel like you’re always behind or missing a task. Whether it’s due to a large project, or work keeps sliding across your desk, you just can’t seem to catch up. What you need is a system that conforms everything into an easily understood visual representation of project and task status. Where could you find such a thing in today’s workplace? Luckily, Agile Kanban board is are available, and it help you get organized. No matter if you’re just starting out on a project, in…read more

8 Ways Kanban Methodology Helps You Manage your Project

In today’s modern society, productivity is becoming more and more necessary for success. Companies that can streamline their workflow with a Kanban Methodology Board and get more stuff done in less time will outshine and outmaneuver the competition every time. But while efficiency is highly valued, how can you ensure that your team is working at their best? While there are plenty of different ways to become more organized and streamlined, one of the simplest and most effective methods is called Kanban. If you aren’t familiar with it, don’t…read more

11 Benefits of using a RACI Project Management Software

Business can get messy, especially when tasks and roles are unclear. While not every element of a project or business task can be accounted for, there are plenty of ways to take out some of the guesswork of running a business. There are different programs available to help organize and manage certain people with specific tasks, and usually it’s kind of RACI project management software. Whether it’s hiring people to join the team, or assigning responsibilities, using the right program can put a business on track to succeed. If you need…read more

Using a wbs tool effectively

The Importance of using a WBS Tool WBS charts are visual documents that break down every activity in the project to ensure that nothing is skipped over, forgotten or neglected. Projects that are high value can’t afford to be skipping steps. Imagine, just for a minute, the construction of a commercial building. The building plans can span several hundred pages long and are subject to constant editing and reprints. Starting with the project manager of a general contracting company, the building plans are broken up into large sections or chapters….read more

What Is a RACI Chart and How Is It Used?

What Is Chart and How Is It Used? The RACI chart is known as a responsibility chart. Its role in project management is crucial. It is a visual tool that enables project managers to identify key areas, crucial activities, and decision points where areas of uncertainty may exist. Through the effort of project teams, conflicts of interests and differences can be discussed and resolved. RACI charts offer a degree of control to project management members by systematically identifying activities that must be accomplished and decisions that must be made. The…read more

Why You Should Use Risk Registers or a Risk Breakdown Structure on Your Project

Risk management is constantly evolving. Newer technology may have the ability to eliminate some risks, but they present us with new ones. Essentially, we will never be able to fully rid ourselves of risk on any given project. There will always be a risk of spending too much, poor decision making or poor outcomes. Every project carries its own set of risk – sometimes to the tune of millions of dollars. The Importance of a Risk Breakdown Structure The entire point of risk management is to mitigate risks. Since we…read more