PMP Concepts: What are Activity Attributes?

This entry is part 6 of 8 in the series PMP Concepts

Specific components of a particular activity are known as activity attributes. In the beginning, these are typically descriptive factors related to the specific activity, but they can also describe activities that will become more relevant later in the project timeline.

Most activity attributes can be organized, sorted and summarized. This happens based on a few specific categories. A few of the categories for activity attributes are activity codes, the specific people involved in the activity, locations for the activity, the time and costs required for completion, etc. It helps to organize the activity attributes into similar categories. The various components that are a part of each activity can be described to further extend the activity attribute.

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“Test Drive” Your PMP Exam with The PM ExamSimulator™

This entry is part 14 of 15 in the series PMP Exam Tips

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PMP Concepts: The Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM)

This entry is part of 8 in the series PMP Concepts

A Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM), also known as RACI matrix or Linear Responsibility Chart (LRC), describes the participation by various roles in completing tasks or deliverables for a project or business process. It is especially useful in clarifying roles and responsibilities in cross-functional/departmental projects and processes. RACI is an acronym derived from the four key responsibilities most typically used:

* Responsible: Those who do the work to achieve the task. There is typically one role with a participation type of Responsible, although others can be delegated to assist in the work required.

* Accountable (also Approver or final Approving authority): The one ultimately accountable for the correct and thorough completion of the deliverable or task, and the one to whom Responsible is accountable. In other words, an Accountable must sign off (Approve) on work that Responsible provides. There must be only one Accountable specified for each task or deliverable

* Consulted: Those whose opinions are sought; and with whom there is two-way communication.

* Informed: Those who are kept up-to-date on progress, often only on completion of the task or deliverable; and with whom there is just one-way communication.

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Choosing Project Management Software – Let’s Face It, You’re Basically Dating

This entry is part of 3 in the series PM Software

We call it a free trial, but we know the truth. Trying out a new project management tool is never truly free, because it requires time and energy from you to figure out if it’s right for your team. And your time and energy costs money.

In a way, it’s a lot like dating. Most people don’t meet someone and know instantly if they’re going to be together forever. You spend time together, learn to appreciate each other’s assets and discover each other’s flaws. And ultimately come to a conclusion about whether you want to commit. It’s the same with project management software, because the tools teams use to run their projects is absolutely core to the way they function day in and day out.


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