Your Project Kick-Off Meeting – What to Include and Why It Matters

Your Project Kick-Off Meeting – What to Include and Why It Matters Updated: June 12, 2026 by: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®, PMI-ACP® Kick off strong—or risk falling behind. Studies reveal that projects with formal kickoff meetings are 50% more likely to succeed. Far from a mere ceremonial […]
Comprehensive Issue Log Instructions: Turning Project Challenges into Wins

Comprehensive Issue Log Instructions: Turning Project Challenges into Wins Updated: June 12, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®, PMI-ACP® In 2017, a highly anticipated software launch was delayed by over six months, costing the company millions and damaging its reputation. What went wrong? Minor technical issues and […]
Flow Chart Instructions: Smart Tools and Proven Tips for Simplifying Complex Processes

Flow Chart Instructions: Smart Tools and Proven Tips for Simplifying Complex Processes Updated: June 12, 2026 By: Meredith Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®, PMI-ACP® Have you ever stared at a document or complex procedure and gotten overwhelmed by endless jargon? Instead of slogging through definitions, imagine transforming that messy workflow […]
Avoid Costly Mistakes: Feasibility Assessment Instructions Every Manager Needs

Avoid Costly Mistakes: Feasibility Assessment Instructions Every Manager Needs Updated: June 11, 2026 By: Meredith Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®, PMI-ACP® Did you know nearly 70% of projects fail to hit their original objectives because of poor planning, unforeseen risks, or misalignment with business strategy? Imagine how many resources we […]
Expert Judgment Instructions for Smarter Decision-Making

Expert Judgment Instructions for Smarter Decision-Making Updated: June 12, 2026 by: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®, PMI-ACP® Ever wonder why similar projects can have wildly different outcomes? In 2016, an international airport expansion ran $500 million over budget and was delayed by two years, all because decision-makers relied […]
Benchmarking Instructions: Your Blueprint for Business Excellence
Benchmarking Instructions: Your Blueprint for Business Excellence Updated: June 12, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®, PMI-ACP® Staying ahead in today’s competitive business landscape requires continuously improving business efficiency and organizational performance. But how do you identify areas for improvement or determine which strategies will help you […]
Synergizing Project Management Business Processes for Greater Impact

Synergizing Project Management Business Processes for Greater Impact Updated: June 12, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewer: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®, PMI-ACP® Today, organizations need more than workflow optimization—they must adopt intelligent automation, hybrid methodologies, and data-driven decision-making. Project Management (PM) and Business Process Management (BPM) are most effective when integrated with […]
Streamlining Your Project Management Workflow: Unlocking Productivity and Success

Streamlining Your Project Management Workflow: Unlocking Productivity and Success Updated: June 12, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewer: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®, PMI-ACP® Kelsey, a project manager at a fast-growing tech startup, is overwhelmed by missed deadlines, disengaged team members, and unproductive meetings. Despite her experience, her project is spiraling out of […]
How to Track Project Progress in 8 Steps + Essential Reporting Templates

How to Track Project Progress in 8 Steps + Essential Reporting Templates Updated: June 09, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewer: Alvin Villanueva, PMP Every project manager faces the challenge of keeping projects on track. When progress tracking is ineffective, missed deadlines, budget overruns, and communication breakdowns are common pitfalls. Without […]
Understanding What is Development Approach in Project Management: An Exploration

Understanding What is Development Approach in Project Management: An Exploration Updated: June 13, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewer: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP® Are you unsure which approach is best to lead your projects to success? Setting goals and meeting deadlines alone isn’t enough. Success requires a strategic framework […]
