The tri-process model for trans-organizational system (TS) effectiveness

How to create a trans-organizational system with three process streams: governance, co-ordination of work processes, and building trust among the group members.

The ups and downs of offering and accepting pro bono work

We’ve come to think of pro bono as a synonym for “free” or “no charge”, but it actually means “for the public good”. That’s an important distinction.

Winds of change: Scope management

When the original scope of the project has drifted from its original focus, this is scope creep. It is time for some scope management.

Planning for the unexpected: Managing project risks

Many concepts presented here build on a previous article by the same author. Read Bad things that can happen to good people: Identifying project risks for some more background.

Capacity building in the not-for-profit sector

Understanding the key determinants of successful capacity building.

Managing organizational change on the run

We all know that the only constant is change. If you’ve been wondering how to manage change within your organization this article may provide some answers.

When the rubber hits the road: Managing the project plan

Managing the plan means trying to keep it on schedule and to use no more than the original amount of effort expected.

Ready for liftoff: Writing the project charter

A Project Charter is the document that will bring all of the necessary information together which can be used to help govern the project.

The map to success: Developing a project plan

After understanding why you are doing the project and what the project is going to create, the project plan is one of the most important pieces of documentation.

The Great Balancing Act: The Scope Triangle

This article is the second in a series that will look at some of the issues related to managing projects within the not-for-profit and public sectors.