- Project Management 2.0: Andrew gives an analysis of how Enterprise 2.0 technologies influence project management. Categories include enterprise and project management 2.0, collaboration, social project management, and collective intelligence.
- Project Shrink: Bas de Baar has over a decade of experience as a Software Project Manager within the publishing, financial, and public sector. In addition to his popular blog there is also an informative video podcast.
- Paul Pondering: He blogs about time management with Outlook, Gmail, Lotus notes, and Groupwise. Project management topics such as benefits and risks are also discussed.
- Learning Leader: Patrick is the founding director of Pearcemayfield, a training and consultancy business. Read his blog for help with vision, stories, Prince2, and more.
- Technology, Strategy, People & Projects: Eric has over fifteen years of experience in corporate and consulting environments specializing in technology and business. Along with posts, every week he links to the best in project management.
Every Business needs Project Management training
Business success depends on the ability of management to competently complete company goals. Goals begin with a concept, and with project management, this concept should become a reality. The company can then move forward in the direction of profits. Any good Project Management Training will give you the skills to achieve this. Prince2 training is simply a quality controlled and standardised method of using project management to achieve company goals.
After successfully completing an accredited Prince2 training course employees should be able to deliver goals within time, within budget, and within scope.
Company Leaders need a strategy to build their business and management need the skills to implement these plans. Prince2 training is a world recognised structured methodology for coordinating efficient project management within a defined framework.
If a business need to manage risk to the investment within the project, it is preferable to take Risk Management Training along with Prince2 training.
All managers and project leaders who achieve Prince2 accreditation will have a common language which will enable each team member to understand their roles and responsibilities necessary in reaching the project goal.
All steps in the Prince2 system are interchangeable for the specifics of the project at hand, but they all begin with planning.
Next is initiating, and directing the project.
Management will control all stages and manage stage boundaries for product delivery.
Practical management successful programs (MSP training) can also be beneficial to business.
Silicon Beach Training are one of the UK’s leading providers of PRINCE2 Foundation Training and PRINCE2 Practitioner Training courses, with PRINCE2 Training now in Birmingham as well as Brighton.
What is Product Breakdown Structure (PBS)?
A product breakdown structure (PBS) is a fundamental part of project management and the PRINCE2 methodology. A PBS is a tool used to assess, plan and display the outcomes required of a project. It is part of a product based planning technique, and attempts to break down all components of a project – in as much detail as possible, so that nothing is overlooked.
It is important to note that products may be physical or conceptual and may include tools required to manage the project e.g. test documentation, requirement specifications or safety certifications.
The image taken from Wikipedia demonstrates an example of breaking down the required components of a computer; as you see a PBS offers a clear, exhaustive and hierarchical structure of all deliverables.
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The PRINCE2 method is the de-facto standard for project management in the UK and is now also recognized and practiced worldwide. This section provides a comprehensive overview of PRINCE2 and its processes and themes. Silicon Beach Training is an Accredited Training Provider of PRINCE2 Foundation course and PRINCE2 Practitioner course – we hold regular PRINCE2 training courses in Birmingham as well as Brighton.
The continued international development of PRINCE2 examinations, training and course material is contributing significantly to the recognition of PRINCE2 as an international standard.
PRINCE2 Frequently asked Questions
Why is it called PRINCE?
PRINCE is an acronym derived from Projects INControlled Environments.
What is PRINCE2?
Prince2 is a project management methodology. It does not rely on any software, however there are many software tools available to use which will help you manage projects using PRINCE2. It is a best practice approach to running projects in a way that is controllable and recordable.
Where can I buy PRINCE2 and how much is it?
You cannot buy PRINCE2, however in order to be a qualified PRINCE2 Practitioner you will need to invest in training to get your qualification.
How do I become qualified in PRINCE2?
You will need to pass at either PRINCE2 Foundation or Practitioner exams. If you are in a supporting role within projects then the PRINCE2 Foundation qualification will probably be enough, however, if you are leading projects then Practitioner level will be necessary. The most common approach for companies who wish to adopt aPRINCE2 strategy is to train up individuals and then run a PRINCE2 project.
Why do I need a PRINCE2 qualification?
PRINCE2 qualifications are useful to individuals on a personal level to improve project management skills at work and for career development. Many project management roles advertised ask for PRINCE2 as a prerequisite, particularly in the public sector. Companies with PRINCE2 qualified employees will find this useful when tendering for public sector contracts.
What do PRINCE2 qualifications consist of?
A PRINCE2 Foundation qualification will show an understanding of PRINCE2, whereas a PRINCE2 Practioner qualification will show that you understand how to apply PRINCE2 principles to real world projects.
How big does a project have to be before PRINCE2 can be used?
Projects lasting only a few days will benefit from selective application of PRINCE2. Project lasting many years will also benefit. PRINCE2 is highly adaptable.
Can employees check the authenticity of PRINCE2 Qualifications
The APMG run an online register to show candidates that have passed Foundation and/or Practitioner. This can be found at www.prince2.org.uk. As an employer you can also check the validity of peoples PRINCE2 certification, prior to contract or employment.
The benefits of taking a PRINCE2 Training Course are:
- PRINCE2 is the most widely recognised project management qualification
- A PRINCE2 Qualification will give you first class project management skills
- Studying PRINCE2 will give you the confidence in managing projects successfully
- Implementing PRINCE2 in your projects will give you common systems, procedures and language
- You will make fewer mistakes, learn from those that you do make, saving time, money and effort
- Being PRINCE2 qualified will greatly improve your employment prospects
- A PRINCE2 qualification is a great asset for your CV
- PRINCE2 is recognised worldwide and is the standard method for project management.
See our course outlines for more information, with PRINCE2 Training in Birmingham as well as Brighton.
The following pages give more detail of the processes shown in the diagram below – click the image to open a larger version in a new window
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PRINCE2 PROCESSES – Starting Up a Project (SU)
The purpose of the Starting up a Project process is to ensure that the prerequisites for Initiating a Project are in place by answering the question: do we have a viable and worthwhile project?
This process is triggered by a mandate and is designed to establish the following:
- There is a business justification for initiating the project (documented in an outline Business Case)
- All the necessary authorities exist for initiating the project
- Sufficient information is available to define and confirm the scope of the project (in the form of a Project Brief)
- The various ways the project can be delivered are evaluated and a project approach selected
- Individuals are appointed who will undertake the work required in project initiation and/or will take significant project management roles in the project
- The work required for project initiation is planned (documented in a Stage Plan)
- Time is not wasted initiating a project based on unsound assumptions regarding the project’s scope, timescales, acceptance criteria and constraints.
Products produced during this process are as follows:
- Role descriptions
- Daily Log
- Lessons Log
- Outline Business Case
- Project Product Description
- Project Approach
- Project Brief
- Stage Plan
The PRINCE2 processes are covered in detail on our PRINCE2 Foundation training and PRINCE2 Practitioner training courses
PRINCE2 PROCESSES – Directing a Project (DP)
The purpose of the Directing a Project process is to enable the Project Board to be accountable for the project’s success by making key decisions and exercising overall control while delegating day-to-day management of the project to the Project Manager.
The objective of the Directing a Project process is to ensure that:
- There is authority to initiate the project
- There is authority to deliver the project’s products
- Management direction and control are provided throughout the project’s life, and that the project remains viable
- Corporate or programme management has an interface to the project
- There is authority to close the project
- Plans for realising the post-project benefits are managed and reviewed.
The Directing a Project process starts on completion of the Starting up a Project process and is triggered by the request to initiate a project.
The PRINCE2 processes are covered in detail on our PRINCE2 Foundation course and PRINCE2 Practitioner courses
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