What's the best way to manage meetings? I asked myself this question a few weeks ago when I looked at some of my upcoming meeting schedules. The answer is simple: preparation! I have been attending meetings since I started working in the corporate wo...
A lesson learned is the knowledge gained through the experience of doing something. It includes both positive and negative aspects. As a result, you want to repeat the positives but avoid repeating the negatives. Learning through individual experien...
In 1987 David Garvin suggested that there are eight dimensions to quality. These eight dimensions are performance, features, reliability, conformance, durability, serviceability, aesthetics, and perceived quality. They are the things that make it st...
Six Sigma is a management system developed by Motorola in 1986. It was designed to improve quality and reduce costs. Six Sigma is a process improvement methodology that focuses on eliminating defects and improving processes. It has become very popula...
What is Failure Mode and Effect Analysis?In short, FMEA is a method used to identify potential failure modes within a system. FMEA helps us to understand what could potentially cause a problem and the effects of failure. It allows us to assess the li...
The Nominal Group Technique (NGT) involves identifying a problem, generating solutions for solving that problem, and then deciding which one best solves the identified problem. You can use it when working in groups so that everyone has an equal say....
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Stakeholder analysis is a process used to identify key players who could affect the success of a project. This includes both internal and external parties. This blog post will look at stakeholder analysis and how it can be applied to projects.Who are...
What is a negative team dynamic?A negative team dynamic occurs when individuals or groups within an organization exhibit behaviours that undermine each other’s ability to perform effectively. The most important characteristic of a negative team dynam...
Brainstorming is a method used to generate ideas. In general terms, it involves having a group of people come together to discuss a topic and then collectively produce solutions.Brainstorming BasicsAs the name suggests, brainstorming is a process in...
