Articles

"Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat." - Sun Tzu

"Knowledge is Power." - Sir Francis Bacon

Words we live by.  Here are some of our favourite articles we live by...

On Procurement

We rarely respond to RFP's.  However alot of companies still use this vehicle to procure consulting services.  We've always felt there was a better way and it seems we are not alone, as discussed here.

On Project Management Methodologies

Although we believe the differentiator in project management is more about practicing the art of project management than just knowing a methodology, without a foundation, there is nothing.  As a result of our extensive work in program and project management, we've had the opportunity to compare two popular project management methodologies, the PMBOK and PRINCE2.  The following article fairly compares these two predominant methodologies.

On Continuous Improvement (in the context of project management)

So-called project post mortems are a step in the right direction but not the entire answer.  We are able to successfully deliver projects for our clients because we've always recognized the value of continuous learning on projects whilst they are in flight.  The folks at Harvard business school seem to agree as shown here.

On Consulting Fees and Rate Structures

Per Diems and Hourly Rates don't make alot of sense for senior consulting assignments.  Here's why.