Phil Simon
Thoughts on the pros and cons of a dedicated PM.
Category: Project Management
“Most of the work of project management is correctly prioritizing things and leading the team in carrying them out.”
—Scott Berkun
Category: Project Management
Systems Breakdown Case Study: A Square Peg and a Round Hole
A warts-and-all tale of system mismanagement.
When Vendors Enter New Territory
Some are making ill advised moves.
Waters Technology Article on Why New Systems Fail
SOA and SOX have changed the game.
Article on Consulting Types: Software Test and Performance Magazine
Thoughts on traditional vs. milestone consulting.
The Burnt Hand Teaches Best: Financial Firms Turn the Corner on New Systems
Financial firms tend to have many of the same issues as the rest of the corporate world.
The Unmitigated Disaster
Shane Jewelers filed bankruptcy in January. Read about the carnage.
Egolock
When an exec makes a bad decision, refuses to admit it change, and holds steadfast until the bitter end.
Trying to Practice What I Preach
Am I happy about unexpected delays? To put it mildly, no.