The Hard-Nosed Project Manager

Public Works and Government Services Canada’s National Project Management System

I just happened upon this presentation by Public Works and Government Services Canada’s on the National Project Management System (NMPS).  It is kind of interesting to see how they approach project management. 

One very interesting tidbit is on page 10 of the presentation which displays data on projects on schedule and overruns reasons.   Wouldn’t it be nice to have an equivalent level of detail in the CHAOS reports?  

What do you think?  As always questions and comments are welcome.

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Project management podcasts I recommend

Here is the updated list of project management podcasts I recommend:

• A special mention for The Mentisor Soapbox.  I know the guys behind the podcast which is not restricted to project management; for example they cover subjects like the life of an independent contractor.  Basically this podcast is a call-in show/round table format in which you can participate live, every Monday at 12 noon Eastern time.  I do my best to join every week; why don't you?
• Project Management War Stories. I’ve listened to each and every episode.
• The PMO Podcast.  I’ve listened to each and every episode.
• The Project Management Podcast.  I’ve listened to each and every episode and I am a Premium subscriber.  Yes, I pay for this.  It is that good…

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Remember D-day

Just a quick post to remember those who landed on the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944.  My dad was at Juno Beach  with the Régiment de la Chaudière while six of my uncles took part with other regiments or the Canadian Navy.

Remember