Here are 20 project management tools and techniques that can be used by project managers:
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS): A technique for breaking down the project into smaller, manageable components, making it easier to plan and track progress.
- Gantt Chart: A visual tool for scheduling and tracking project tasks, showing start and end dates, dependencies, and progress.
- Critical Path Analysis (CPA): A technique for identifying the critical path of the project, which is the sequence of tasks that must be completed on time in order to meet the project deadline.
- Risk Management: A process for identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks, to minimize their impact on the project.
- Cost Management: A process for estimating, budgeting, and controlling project costs, to ensure that the project stays within budget.
- Scope Management: A process for defining, managing, and controlling the project scope, to ensure that the project delivers what was agreed upon with the stakeholders.
- Agile Project Management: An iterative and flexible approach to project management, emphasizing collaboration, frequent feedback, and continuous improvement.
- Lean Project Management: A methodology for reducing waste and increasing efficiency in project management, by eliminating non-value-adding activities and optimizing workflows.
- Kanban: A visual tool for managing workflow and limiting work in progress, to increase efficiency and reduce bottlenecks.
- Six Sigma: A data-driven approach to process improvement, aimed at reducing defects and improving quality in project management.
- Earned Value Management (EVM): A technique for measuring project progress and performance, by comparing the planned and actual costs and schedule.
- Project Management Software: A tool for planning, tracking, and reporting on project tasks and progress, such as Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello, and Jira.
- Communication Management: A process for planning and managing project communication, to ensure that stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project.
- Team Building: A process for developing a cohesive and high-performing project team, through team building activities, training, and mentoring.
- Change Management: A process for managing changes to the project scope, schedule, or budget, to minimize their impact on the project.
- Procurement Management: A process for acquiring goods and services for the project, including identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing vendors.
- Stakeholder Management: A process for identifying and managing project stakeholders, to ensure that their needs and expectations are met throughout the project.
- Resource Management: A process for identifying, allocating, and managing project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
- Performance Metrics: A set of measurable indicators for tracking project progress and performance, such as schedule variance, cost variance, and quality metrics.
- Continuous Improvement: A process for identifying areas for improvement in project management, and implementing changes to increase efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.