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Sample service level agreement for application support
Sep 2001
Consulting firms that provide support to their clients use service-level agreements to make sure both sides get what they need. This SLA template, updated in November 2003, can be used to hammer...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Download this project plan template
Jan 2002
If you've taken on a small to midsize project that doesn't warrant a full-scale plan in Microsoft Project, download this Excel spreadsheet template sent in by a TechRepublic member for quick and...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Build your own consulting contract using this sample form
Jan 2006
Both independent consultants and their clients benefit when they're working with a solid contract. Download this sample contract from TechRepublic member and IT consultant Randy Barger as a guide...
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Download this sample IT due diligence report template
Jan 2002
Performing a technology due diligence is a good way to understand your client's technology and assess the financial implications of its technology plans. Here is a template you can use to organize...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 best practices for successful project management
Feb 2006
The right mix of planning, monitoring, and controlling can make the difference in completing a project on time, on budget, and with high quality results. These guidelines will help you 'plan the...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Use this simple letter of agreement for your quick consulting jobs
Apr 2006
Your smaller projects may not require a full-blown contract, but you should still get the arrangement in writing. A letter of agreement like this one will enable you to spell out the details you...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Download our IT business assessment checklist
Dec 2001
Use our IT business assessment checklist to uncover the whole truth about your clients' systems before you begin your work.
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Sample project proposal template
Aug 2002
Being able to quickly explain the potential benefits of an added Web site feature can help a consultant address a client's concerns over a project's importance. This project proposal sheet will...
Provided by TechRepublic
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How to build a service catalog
Aug 2004
Use this set of templates and explanatory article to build a service catalog to document IT services and assist your customers.
Provided by TechRepublic
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Project planning template for project managers
Jan 2005
Documenting a project from planning through completion can mean the difference between a successful IT implementation and a failed one. With this project planning template, it's easier than ever...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Office relocation checklist
Mar 2008
Whether you're helping a client tackle a move or relocating to a new building, you'll need to implement a system to help you get organized and avoid potential disasters. This checklist, based on...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Download our project definition template for small and medium-size projects
Jun 2001
The first part of planning a project is to define the work. Download this project template to create a definition document to guide you through a project. This template focuses on the basic...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Clarify project roles with this simple responsibility matrix
Jun 2006
In a large project, you may have many people with some degree of responsibility for completing certain deliverables. It might be just one person writing a document and one person approving it. But...
Provided by Tom Mochal
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Master these 10 processes to sharpen your project management skills
Aug 2005
Various project management methodologies organize and structure work processes differently, but the key areas in this list always require attention to ensure success. The bigger and more complex...
Provided by TechRepublic
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High impact resume for the experienced IT pro
May 2002
The resume of the experienced IT professional needs to emphasize technical accomplishments and successful projects. Here is an example you can download and use as a template for creating your own...
Provided by TechRepublic
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A project manager's cost/benefit analysis
Dec 2000
When you are trying to show that your project has met its objectives, nothing is more convincing than hard numbers. Use this cost/benefit analysis tool in Excel to gather and illustrate important...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Define project expectations with this criteria acceptance form
Nov 2005
Establishing acceptance criteria at the beginning of a project helps ensure that the results are well received. This sample form will make those criteria clear from the project outset. Detailing...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Use this action item log to keep project team meetings on task
Feb 2006
This form is designed to help managers keep track of tasks and the team members who are responsible for completing them. How many times has this happened to you? You attend a meeting where...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Scorecard for tracking project metrics
Sep 2001
Each project should be tracked with a predefined set of metrics. This download contains examples and explanations of project scorecards from TechRepublic columnist Tom Mochal. We updated this tool...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Resume do's and don'ts for IT consultants
Oct 2000
As an IT consultant, your resume is the key to landing that next project or getting an interview with a hot consulting firm. Use our list of resume do's and don'ts, and three samples resumes, to...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Build a foundation for project success with this definition template
Aug 2005
This comprehensive project definition template will help you develop a clear and effective document to guide participants and stakeholders through the completion of a project. The project...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Download: Sample post-project documentation
May 2002
Having clients sign a detailed statement of work performed can protect you both legally and financially. Download these sample forms to help you map out documentation that works for your firm.
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Keep projects on track with this scope change request log
Jul 2005
If your projects undergo frequent changes, this log will help you track the requests and make sure they get resolved. One key to keeping a project on track is to maintain careful records of...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Provide essential information with this project communication plan
Aug 2005
Planning the most effective ways to communicate with team members, customers, and stakeholders, especially on larger projects, is essential to project success. Here's a look at how to proceed and...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Five essential rules for successful consulting
Oct 2005
Some rules were made to NOT be broken. Sticking to these fundamental guidelines will help you build your reputation and success. As a consultant, you're largely responsible for your own destiny:...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Client site preparation checklist
Apr 2005
Imagine walking onto a client site and finding no desk, no phone, and no place to plug in a laptop. Download our updated client site preparation checklist, compiled from members' suggestions, and...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Two spreadsheets to track billable hours
Aug 2001
Looking for a good spreadsheet to keep track of your billable hours? We recently asked our members to send us the spreadsheets they use to track their time on the job. Here are two that we think...
Provided by TechRepublic
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IT Manager's Tool Kit and Essential IT Forms
May 2009
IT Manager's Tool Kit V3 and Essential IT Forms is a compilation of two of TechRepublic's most popular downloads. IT Manager's Tool Kit V3: Another popular TechRepublic CD back in electronic...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Invoice tracking spreadsheet
Sep 2002
Consultants who run their own businesses stand to lose money if they don't develop a system to track invoices and receivables. This spreadsheet can ensure that consultants can help identify which...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Evaluate the potential impact of project risks using this calculator
Sep 2005
To effectively mitigate and manage the factors that are likely to be detrimental to a project, you need to get a handle on the degree of risk they represent. This calculator will help you identify...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Project Management FAQ
Jul 2004
Trying to shore up your knowledge of Project Management basics? We've compiled the questions and answers from our popular Project Management FAQ into a PDF.
Provided by TechRepublic
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Project Proposal and Special Clarification forms
Jun 2005
Make your IT project proposals clear by putting them in writing. According to TechRepublic columnist Andy Weeks, such project management documentation doesn't have to be complex. Use his simple...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Solicit valuable feedback from clients with these evaluation forms
Jan 2006
Surveys can help you determine whether your clients are satisfied with your work, expose trouble spots, and allow you to make corrections. Here are two forms you can use to find out how well...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Roles and responsibilities template
Oct 2003
As with any large project, ensuring that every team member understands what they have to do is key to success. This template is designed to give your team members guidance when migrating from NT...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Manage IT resources like you manage your nest egg
Mar 2005
The term "portfolio management" refers to more than just personal finances. Portfolio management is also a way to plan, prioritize, and manage the work and assets of an IT department. This series...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Use this product usage survey to assess how well you're meeting customer needs
Jan 2006
You may not be seeing any obvious signs that your relationship with a client is souring, but there could be hints that everything isn't as rosy as it once was--or could be again. This survey will...
Provided by TechRepublic
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The Insider's Guide To Better IT Leadership
May 2010
These seasoned pros and leading IT thinkers offer you tons of practical tips on increasing IT's influence in the enterprise, and reaping the associated personal and professional rewards. Get the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Sample IT Services contract
Mar 2009
IT consultants can use this sample contract to help protect their business interests when completing projects for clients.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 things you should do to successfully manage your workplan
Aug 2009
Like much of project management, updating the workplan requires discipline and habit. See how these steps can help you stay on top of the process. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 things you should know about managing IT projects
Sep 2005
Taking a leadership role in an IT project can be daunting, especially to the novice. These pointers will help you bring organization, professionalism, and goal-oriented progress to the projects...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Client Due Diligence Report
Dec 2011
Determining client technology needs and objectives is a difficult process. Without careful planning, critical dependencies and requirements are often overlooked.TechRepublic's sample "Client Due...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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IT Consultant Code of Conduct
Dec 2011
Whether seeking new business, pitching fresh projects, inheriting another firm's initiatives, or administering and supporting current clients' systems, technology consultants must maintain the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Product Download : SAP Performance Monitoring Tool
Sep 2010
ManageEngine Applications Manager's SAP monitor enables you to the reap the benefits of having deployed SAP in your environment. The availability and performance of your complex SAP environment...
Provided by ManageEngine
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The Insider's Guide To Better IT Leadership
May 2010
These seasoned pros and leading IT thinkers offer you tons of practical tips on increasing IT's influence in the enterprise, and reaping the associated personal and professional rewards. Get the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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IT Manager's Tool Kit and Essential IT Forms
May 2009
IT Manager's Tool Kit V3 and Essential IT Forms is a compilation of two of TechRepublic's most popular downloads. IT Manager's Tool Kit V3: Another popular TechRepublic CD back in electronic...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Nondisclosure agreement
Apr 2009
Customizable nondisclosure agreement for IT consultants
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Noncompete agreement
Apr 2009
An agreement in which the consultant agrees to maintain confidentiality of all client systems and information.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Consultant Evaluation Form
Apr 2009
Give this survey to your clients to gauge your success on the job.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Sample IT Services contract
Mar 2009
IT consultants can use this sample contract to help protect their business interests when completing projects for clients.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Sample letter of agreement
Mar 2009
This is a sample letter of agreement for IT Consultants to use with new clients.
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Project and Scope Creep Minimization Checklist
Mar 2009
Here's a comprehensive checklist IT project managers and consultants can review to help minimize project management feature and scope creep. Whether working with internal or external audiences,...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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White Papers
TechRepublic Resource Guide: A firsthand look at successful CRM implementation
Jul 2008
CRM has become a key business paradigm for organizations seeking to cultivate and expand their customer relationships, but many implementations fail because of misconceptions and unrealistic...
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TechRepublic's Backup and Update Schedule form
Apr 2007
Backup schedules can sometimes conflict causing backups to fail or to overlap. Also, sometimes automatic updates are scheduled to occur at the same time as your backups, which can also cause...
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TechRepublic's Peer To Peer Policy
Aug 2006
Peer-to-peer networks--such as BearShare, Kazaa, LimeWire, Morpheus, and others--present numerous significant security threats to organizations. Permitted on a network, the operation of such...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Tools & Templates
Clarify project roles with this simple responsibility matrix
Jun 2006
In a large project, you may have many people with some degree of responsibility for completing certain deliverables. It might be just one person writing a document and one person approving it. But...
Provided by Tom Mochal
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TechRepublic Pro's Business Case Template: New IT Project Manager
Feb 2006
IT Project managers need to be technical enough to write and interpret specifications, project documentation, and project plans. Project managers also need to have enough experience in the...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Risk Management Tool Kit for Project Managers ISO
Jan 2005
Burn your own CD version of TechRepublic's Risk Management Tool Kit for Project Managers CD-ROM. This download is a complete image of the CD available for sale in our TechRepublic catalog. The CD...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Microsoft Project Resource Guide - ISO
Mar 2005
Burn your own CD version of TechRepublic's Microsoft Project Resource Guide. This download is a complete image of the CD available formerly for sale in our TechRepublic catalog. TechRepublic's...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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IT Vendor Management Tool Kit - ISO
Feb 2005
From sending out RFIs to post project evaluation, there are steps you can take to ensure a successful, on-time, on-budget project. Now you can have these resources on hand to create and develop...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Book chapters
Learn the importance of properly planning your next IT project
Apr 2006
This sample chapter, taken from Agile Estimating and Planning, discusses the importance of planning and how to create a reliable plan. Estimating and planning are critical, yet are difficult and...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
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Book chapters
Develop an agile approach to IT project management
Apr 2006
This sample chapter, taken from Agile Estimating and Planning, discusses the importance of agile teams to your organization. This sample chapter, taken from Agile Estimating and Planning,...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
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10 things you should know about conducting successful client negotiations
Mar 2006
In the IT services business, it's relationships we're after, not one-off transactions. That makes it critical for us to engage in negotiations that leave all parties satisfied. Here are 10 ways to...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 things you should know about managing IT projects
Sep 2005
Taking a leadership role in an IT project can be daunting, especially to the novice. These pointers will help you bring organization, professionalism, and goal-oriented progress to the projects...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Book chapters
Standardize your presentation for a more accurate project cost estimate
Sep 2005
This chapter from Estimating Software-Intensive Systems: Projects, Products, and Processes illustrates the types of items that a good project estimating method should identify. Estimating the...
Provided by Addison Wesley Professional
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Use this business practices document to ensure IT responsiveness and availability
Nov 2005
To build a high performance IT department, your staff needs to define and follow certain business behaviors. This sample document serves as a model for creating your own set of IT business...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Project communications policy
Jan 2005
Managing stakeholders' expectations throughout the life of an IT project is easier if you establish at the outset when and how you will communicate with your project's stakeholders. This sample...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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A project manager's cost/benefit analysis
Dec 2000
When you are trying to show that your project has met its objectives, nothing is more convincing than hard numbers. Use this cost/benefit analysis tool in Excel to gather and illustrate important...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Project Management FAQ
Jul 2004
Trying to shore up your knowledge of Project Management basics? We've compiled the questions and answers from our popular Project Management FAQ into a PDF.
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Download our project definition template for small and medium-size projects
Jun 2001
The first part of planning a project is to define the work. Download this project template to create a definition document to guide you through a project. This template focuses on the basic...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Keep projects on track with this scope change request log
Jul 2005
If your projects undergo frequent changes, this log will help you track the requests and make sure they get resolved. One key to keeping a project on track is to maintain careful records of...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Deliver on client expectations by building a comprehensive quality plan
Sep 2005
Poor quality management can lead to rework, customer dissatisfaction, higher costs, and missed deadlines. This template will help you avoid those problems by defining expectations and forging a...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Project Proposal and Special Clarification forms
Jun 2005
Make your IT project proposals clear by putting them in writing. According to TechRepublic columnist Andy Weeks, such project management documentation doesn't have to be complex. Use his simple...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Use this action item log to keep project team meetings on task
Feb 2006
This form is designed to help managers keep track of tasks and the team members who are responsible for completing them. How many times has this happened to you? You attend a meeting where...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Rate vendors and decision drivers with this interactive form
Oct 2001
Need help prioritizing your project's needs as you evaluate vendor proposals? Download our Excel Vendor Rating Form to weigh your decision drivers--like costs, product warranty, and the vendor's...
Provided by TechRepublic
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A 'basic' checklist for project management
Feb 2003
There are five BASIC elements to strong project management: Business case, Assigned responsibility, Success metrics, Impact on other projects, and Communication. Making sure you hit all five is...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Provide essential information with this project communication plan
Aug 2005
Planning the most effective ways to communicate with team members, customers, and stakeholders, especially on larger projects, is essential to project success. Here's a look at how to proceed and...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Scorecard for tracking project metrics
Sep 2001
Each project should be tracked with a predefined set of metrics. This download contains examples and explanations of project scorecards from TechRepublic columnist Tom Mochal. We updated this tool...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Sample service level agreement for application support
Sep 2001
Consulting firms that provide support to their clients use service-level agreements to make sure both sides get what they need. This SLA template, updated in November 2003, can be used to hammer...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Resume do's and don'ts for IT consultants
Oct 2000
As an IT consultant, your resume is the key to landing that next project or getting an interview with a hot consulting firm. Use our list of resume do's and don'ts, and three samples resumes, to...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Record essential details with this project issue submissions form
Aug 2005
This form is designed to help project managers capture, screen, prioritize, and evaluate issues to help ensure that all problems are handled effectively. Attempts to track the problems that arise...
Provided by TechRepublic
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How to build a service catalog
Aug 2004
Use this set of templates and explanatory article to build a service catalog to document IT services and assist your customers.
Provided by TechRepublic
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A project manager's cost/benefit analysis
Dec 2000
When you are trying to show that your project has met its objectives, nothing is more convincing than hard numbers. Use this cost/benefit analysis tool in Excel to gather and illustrate important...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
Sample service level agreement for application support
Sep 2001
Consulting firms that provide support to their clients use service-level agreements to make sure both sides get what they need. This SLA template, updated in November 2003, can be used to hammer...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Office relocation checklist
Mar 2008
Whether you're helping a client tackle a move or relocating to a new building, you'll need to implement a system to help you get organized and avoid potential disasters. This checklist, based on...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Download this project plan template
Jan 2002
If you've taken on a small to midsize project that doesn't warrant a full-scale plan in Microsoft Project, download this Excel spreadsheet template sent in by a TechRepublic member for quick and...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Download this sample IT due diligence report template
Jan 2002
Performing a technology due diligence is a good way to understand your client's technology and assess the financial implications of its technology plans. Here is a template you can use to organize...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Sample project proposal template
Aug 2002
Being able to quickly explain the potential benefits of an added Web site feature can help a consultant address a client's concerns over a project's importance. This project proposal sheet will...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Use this simple letter of agreement for your quick consulting jobs
Apr 2006
Your smaller projects may not require a full-blown contract, but you should still get the arrangement in writing. A letter of agreement like this one will enable you to spell out the details you...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
10 things you should do to successfully manage your workplan
Aug 2009
Like much of project management, updating the workplan requires discipline and habit. See how these steps can help you stay on top of the process. This download is also available as an entry in...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Implement this rigorous control process to keep projects running smoothly
Nov 2005
An effective PM management process offers numerous benefits, such as integrating the actions of all stakeholders and minimizing rework. This control process document and high-level sample project...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Define project expectations with this criteria acceptance form
Nov 2005
Establishing acceptance criteria at the beginning of a project helps ensure that the results are well received. This sample form will make those criteria clear from the project outset. Detailing...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Book chapters
Learn how to use an agile Light Touch to manage your project team more effectively
Aug 2005
Most project managers work in a hierarchical organization where assignments come from the top down. In an agile project management environment this hierarchy is counterproductive. The concept of...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
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Salvage a derailed project with these assessment and recovery strategies
Nov 2005
Learn how to turn a troubled project around by using a system for assessing current project status and implementing the steps needed to save it. If you have even a few projects under your belt,...
Provided by TechRepublic
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High impact resume for the experienced IT pro
May 2002
The resume of the experienced IT professional needs to emphasize technical accomplishments and successful projects. Here is an example you can download and use as a template for creating your own...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Clarify project work assignments with the help of this checklist
Feb 2006
If you ask project team members what they're responsible for completing in the next two weeks and their answers aren't what you expect, it might be time to examine how clear and thorough your...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Five essential rules for successful consulting
Oct 2005
Some rules were made to NOT be broken. Sticking to these fundamental guidelines will help you build your reputation and success. As a consultant, you're largely responsible for your own destiny:...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Manage IT resources like you manage your nest egg
Mar 2005
The term "portfolio management" refers to more than just personal finances. Portfolio management is also a way to plan, prioritize, and manage the work and assets of an IT department. This series...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
Project planning template for project managers
Jan 2005
Documenting a project from planning through completion can mean the difference between a successful IT implementation and a failed one. With this project planning template, it's easier than ever...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Book chapters
Draw up an effective task list to complete your goals using Office Project 2003
Dec 2005
Once you've defined your project scope and gotten approval for it, the next step is to create a list of project tasks. This sample chapter from Que's Special Edition Using Project 2003 will show...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Book chapters
Learn how to use Microsoft Office Project 2003 as an Enterprise Project Management (EPM) solution
Dec 2005
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft Office Project Server 2003 Unleashed, examines the major features of Project Professional 2003, Project Web Access 2003, and Project Server 2003. ...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Project Bug Report
Nov 2004
Download this easy-to-use, customizable bug report to use in your projects. It includes fields for work approvals, assignments, and test dates.
Provided by TechRepublic
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Book chapters
Master project management framework fundamentals
Feb 2006
This sample chapter, taken from PMP Exam Cram 2, 2nd Edition, introduces the basic terminology and topics the PMBOK covers and provides a general outline for the PMP exam material. Learn some...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Tools & Templates
Evaluate the potential impact of project risks using this calculator
Sep 2005
To effectively mitigate and manage the factors that are likely to be detrimental to a project, you need to get a handle on the degree of risk they represent. This calculator will help you identify...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Prepare for a client engagement with this simple research form
Feb 2006
One of the best ways to develop client confidence is to show up armed with an understanding of the company, industry, and project issues. This form will help you gather details about your clients...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Five strategies to help CIOs unite the business
Mar 2005
CIOs can add strategic value to their business by employing several cross-functional strategies. This analysis of organizational dynamics and the role of the CIO explores the benefits of focusing...
Provided by TechRepublic
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10 things you should know about conducting successful client negotiations
Mar 2006
In the IT services business, it's relationships we're after, not one-off transactions. That makes it critical for us to engage in negotiations that leave all parties satisfied. Here are 10 ways to...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
10 things you should know about managing IT projects
Sep 2005
Taking a leadership role in an IT project can be daunting, especially to the novice. These pointers will help you bring organization, professionalism, and goal-oriented progress to the projects...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Book chapters
Standardize your presentation for a more accurate project cost estimate
Sep 2005
This chapter from Estimating Software-Intensive Systems: Projects, Products, and Processes illustrates the types of items that a good project estimating method should identify. Estimating the...
Provided by Addison Wesley Professional
-
Downloads
Use this business practices document to ensure IT responsiveness and availability
Nov 2005
To build a high performance IT department, your staff needs to define and follow certain business behaviors. This sample document serves as a model for creating your own set of IT business...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
Project communications policy
Jan 2005
Managing stakeholders' expectations throughout the life of an IT project is easier if you establish at the outset when and how you will communicate with your project's stakeholders. This sample...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
-
Downloads
Project Management FAQ
Jul 2004
Trying to shore up your knowledge of Project Management basics? We've compiled the questions and answers from our popular Project Management FAQ into a PDF.
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Download our project definition template for small and medium-size projects
Jun 2001
The first part of planning a project is to define the work. Download this project template to create a definition document to guide you through a project. This template focuses on the basic...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
Keep projects on track with this scope change request log
Jul 2005
If your projects undergo frequent changes, this log will help you track the requests and make sure they get resolved. One key to keeping a project on track is to maintain careful records of...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Deliver on client expectations by building a comprehensive quality plan
Sep 2005
Poor quality management can lead to rework, customer dissatisfaction, higher costs, and missed deadlines. This template will help you avoid those problems by defining expectations and forging a...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
Project Proposal and Special Clarification forms
Jun 2005
Make your IT project proposals clear by putting them in writing. According to TechRepublic columnist Andy Weeks, such project management documentation doesn't have to be complex. Use his simple...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Tools & Templates
Use this action item log to keep project team meetings on task
Feb 2006
This form is designed to help managers keep track of tasks and the team members who are responsible for completing them. How many times has this happened to you? You attend a meeting where...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Rate vendors and decision drivers with this interactive form
Oct 2001
Need help prioritizing your project's needs as you evaluate vendor proposals? Download our Excel Vendor Rating Form to weigh your decision drivers--like costs, product warranty, and the vendor's...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
A 'basic' checklist for project management
Feb 2003
There are five BASIC elements to strong project management: Business case, Assigned responsibility, Success metrics, Impact on other projects, and Communication. Making sure you hit all five is...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Provide essential information with this project communication plan
Aug 2005
Planning the most effective ways to communicate with team members, customers, and stakeholders, especially on larger projects, is essential to project success. Here's a look at how to proceed and...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Scorecard for tracking project metrics
Sep 2001
Each project should be tracked with a predefined set of metrics. This download contains examples and explanations of project scorecards from TechRepublic columnist Tom Mochal. We updated this tool...
Provided by TechRepublic
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