XO Consulting & Training
Managing complex (and simple) projects is a fact of life in today's business environment and doing it well can be a competitive advantage. While some companies are improving in this area, few will claim to have it nailed. Some recurring themes include, misalignment with business strategy, inadequate intra-project coordination, too many loosely defined projects, unclear requirements, and poor communication. In the end, these boil down to sub-optimal results, frustration, and lack of predictability... and all of them can be improved!

We are committed to helping clients realize their strategies through successful projects. By tailoring project management and product development processes to the specific business/organizational situation, facilitating adoption of new processes, providing customized training and focused coaching, XO helps clients ensure that the right projects are selected, that they are aligned with business objectives, and are delivered successfully.
ClearVue-360 Project Management Software
An easy-to-use PM tool for new and/or part-time project managers that not only increases productivity, but actually helps you become a better PM! Click here to learn more and receive special pricing (20% off).
Project Management Skills for the Accidental Project Manager
Gary Chin to lead webcast for the American Management Association on "Project Management for the Accidental Project Manager." March 15 and May 12, 2011. Click here for more information and to register for one of these dates.
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Advancing the project management environment
Overview:
Gary Chin is interviewed for PM Network Magazine on whether or not organizations are Over-Processed? Organizations need structure, but they're often too focused on implementing process - without looking at their culture and project goals. (read the whole article here).
A book authored by Gary Chin that discusses how to manage projects in the real world of fast-paced and changing project environments.
Is your Organization "Over Processed?"