how is project lifeycle used

How the Project Lifecycle is Used in Project Management

Successful project management requires more than keeping tasks on track. A skilled project manager must navigate various factors, including stakeholder expectations, organizational goals, and the project’s unique requirements. Understanding the project life cycle and related concepts becomes critical. The project life cycle serves as a roadmap for structuring work, while the project management life cycle …

Honoré LaFlamme

Project Management Benefits

Key Benefits of Project Management for Business

Learn how effective project management can help achieve project goals, control scope, manage budgets, and mitigate risks to meet business objectives and enable competitive advantage. Effective project management is more than organizing tasks and tracking deadlines—it’s a critical driver of organizational success. When applied correctly, project management aligns a team’s efforts with organizational goals, ensuring …

Megan Bell

PMP Test

Mastering the PMP Test: Key Strategies and Tips for Success

Project Management Institute (PMI)®’s most widely recognized certification type is Project Management Professional (PMP®). A project manager job title is not required to begin the PMP application process, but 36 months of documented project management experience and education is. For those with less experience, PMI’s Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) is an entry-level certification …

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO

PMP application

Master the PMP Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to complete your Project Management Institute (PMI)®’s Project Management Professional (PM)® application with our step-by-step guide that can help improve your chances of success! On this page: How to Successfully Complete Your PMP Application Understanding the PMP Application Requirements PMP Certification Eligibility Requirements PMP Exam Application Process Common Mistakes to Avoid Tips for …

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO

PMP Scope Basline

Scope Baseline: A Comprehensive Guide for Project Management Professionals

Project Managers need to understand a Scope Baseline, how it fits within the Scope Management Plan, and how to implement it in different project environments. On this page: Scope Baseline for PMP PMI, PMP, and Scope Management Knowledge Area Project Management Knowledge Area Integration Scope Management Plan Processes Create a Scope Baseline Traditional (Waterfall) Project …

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO

PMI-ACP reqirements

Ensuring Your PMI-ACP Certification Stays Current: Renewal and Validity Guide

Earning PMI-ACP certification is a professional achievement. It is a certification that comes after long work to achieve Education and training in addition to earning a passing score on the PMIC-ACP exam. Know how long your PMI-ACP certification is valid and how to renew it to maintain your Project Management Institute (PMI®) issued certification. On …

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO

How many PMI-ACP certified

Discovering the Count of PMI-ACP Certified Professionals Worldwide and Their Lucrative Careers

Project Management Institute (PMI®), the world’s largest association for the project management profession, with over 700K members across 222 countries (Dec. 2023), maintains various management professional certifications. That is impressive growth from 2022’s 687K members and 217 countries. The Project Management Professional (PMP®) may be the most widely known of the certifications, but it is …

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO