by Philip R. Diab | Aug 22, 2011 | PM Practice
One of the most elusive myths in project management is that initiative that happens to be “in/under control.” In every project, program, or portfolio management endeavor I have seen significant portions of these to be out of control. In fact most of...
by Philip R. Diab | Aug 21, 2011 | PM Practice
Steering committees fullfil an important role in project management as they are a primary vehicle to resolve conflicts and break down barriers. Additionally, steering committees ensure that projects/programs are aligned to the strategic needs of the organization....
by Philip R. Diab | Aug 20, 2011 | Current Events
Yesterday afternoon I was in my home office participating on a conference call when my wife walked into the office to inform me that a would-be thief had jumped onto our balcony, walked through the open door, proceeded straight to the kitchen where he was seen by our...
by Philip R. Diab | Aug 19, 2011 | PM Practice
Establishing a competitive advantage in the market today depends on a variety of factors, not least of which is a commitment to employee development. Whether the organization has adopted a continuous improvement mindset or is in need of significant transformation, it...
by Philip R. Diab | Aug 18, 2011 | PM Practice
When we are initiated into the work place, and even during our college years, we hear about the importance of problem solving. I’ve reviewed thousands of resumes in my career and every single person had a key skill such as “strong problem solving...
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