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Project Success Factors + Guide to Earned Value Management


New Article: The PM Guilt Game - Understanding Project Success Factors

Why do projects really fail? In this thought-provoking article, you'll learn:

  • The real statistics behind project failure causes
  • Why PMs often become convenient scapegoats
  • How organizational structure impacts project success
  • Keys to creating a culture of shared responsibility

Gain valuable insights on building organizational structures that support project success and learn how to create environments where teams can learn from setbacks rather than playing the blame game.

Featured Article: A Beginner's Guide to Understanding Earned Value Management

Need to get up to speed on EVM? This comprehensive guide breaks down the fundamentals of earned value management in clear, practical terms. You'll learn:

  • The origins and evolution of EVM methodology
  • Core principles and essential terminology
  • How to calculate and interpret key EVM metrics
  • Practical tips for using EVM in Microsoft Project

We recommend brushing up on these EVM fundamentals before this week's live event on applying AI to earned value management - you'll be better prepared to understand how artificial intelligence can enhance these traditional project tracking methods. Event details are below!

Video: Capture Actual Progress from Your Team Members Using Any Method

Stop relying on crossed-out Gantt charts taped to your office wall!

In this quick tutorial, you'll learn how to:

  • Track actual progress from team members effectively
  • Enter updates using Microsoft Project's tracking table
  • Compare current schedule against baseline using the Tracking Gantt view
  • Ensure your schedule stays accurate throughout project execution

This practical tip will help you maintain more reliable project schedules and better predict future outcomes.

P.S. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more quick tips on mastering Microsoft Project and enhancing your project management skills!

Live Event (2/5): Apply AI and Earned Value to Manage Your Project Portfolio

Take your EVM knowledge to the next level! Join us for an innovative session on combining artificial intelligence with earned value management for enhanced portfolio oversight.

What you'll learn:

  • How to scale EVM from projects to programs and portfolios
  • Practical applications of AI for interpreting EVM indices
  • Advanced forecasting techniques for multiple projects
  • Ways to identify performance trends across your portfolio

Perfect for both newcomers to EVM (who've read our guide above!) and experienced practitioners looking to leverage AI for better insights.

🗓️ Wednesday, February 5

🕛 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST

📍 Live on Zoom

🏅 1 PMI PDU: Ways of Working

Register now to explore the future of portfolio management with AI-enhanced earned value analysis!

Upcoming Live Events

MPUG host live events with leading experts on Wednesdays from 12:00pm - 1:00pm ET! MPUG members get access to live events where you get direct access to industry leaders, actionable insights, hands-on training, and opportunities to earn PDU's.

Learn more and register for upcoming events:

2/5: Apply AI and Earned Value to Manage Your Project Portfolio | Learn More / Register Here

3/5: Excel & Power BI Supercharged: Unlock Project Online Data with Power Query | Learn More / Register Here

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