Project Management

T&Ts Series B, Logical and Analytical Techniques, Episode 07: DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) – Six Sigma

Introduction to the Tool DMAIC is a structured Six Sigma methodology used to improve processes by eliminating defects and inefficiencies. It stands for Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control, and is best suited for project management and internal audit environments where consistent, data-driven improvement is essential. DMAIC helps teams understand problems in depth, test changes effectively, […]

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Categories: Project Management T&T, Internal Audit

T&Ts Series B, Logical and Analytical Techniques, Episode 05: Kepner-Tregoe Problem Analysis

🔍 Introduction to the Tool Kepner-Tregoe Problem Analysis (KTPA) is a systematic method for identifying the true cause of a problem by comparing what is happening with what should be happening. It helps teams avoid assumptions and jump-to-solution thinking by asking structured, objective questions. KTPA is especially effective in project management and internal audit, where […]

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Categories: Internal Audit Project Management

T&Ts for Planning & Reflection: Episode 09 – Root Cause Analysis: Current Reality Tree (Theory of Constraints)

🔍 Introduction to Current Reality Tree (CRT) The Current Reality Tree (CRT) is a core tool from the Theory of Constraints (TOC), used to identify the root cause of multiple related problems in a system. It is particularly useful in project management and internal audit when symptoms appear across different processes or departments. The CRT […]

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Categories: Internal Audit Project Management

T&Ts Series B, Logical and Analytical Techniques, Episode 06: Apollo Root Cause Analysis

🛠 Introduction to the Tool Apollo Root Cause Analysis (ARCA) is a cause-and-effect-based problem-solving method that focuses on finding systemic causes, rather than just symptoms. Unlike linear tools, ARCA embraces complexity, helping teams map out all contributing factors to a problem using an evidence-based logic tree. It is particularly valuable in project management and internal […]

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Categories: Project Management T&T, Internal Audit

Tools & Techniques: Episode 11 – Root Cause Analysis: Barrier Analysis Diagrams

🔍 Introduction to Barrier Analysis Diagrams Barrier Analysis Diagrams are used in root cause analysis to assess the effectiveness of controls or barriers that are meant to prevent or mitigate unwanted events. Common in internal audit and risk management, this tool helps identify where barriers failed, were missing, or were bypassed—leading to process failures or […]

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Categories: Internal Audit Project Management

Caliven and the Echoes of Time: Activity Duration Estimating (Analogous Estimates Method), with Template

In the mirrored realm of Reflectra, where history whispered to the present through data and memory, lived Caliven—the Pattern Seer. He led both thinkers and systems, guiding projects not by invention alone, but by remembrance. When chosen to construct the Bridge of Echoes—a path connecting two AI cities—Caliven did not begin with blank plans. He […]

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Categories: Project Management Tales

… The Journey of Estimating Costs: A Metaphorical Tale, with Template, for Activity Cost Estimation

Introduction to the World of Activity Cost Estimation Once upon a time in the bustling town of Estimatia, there lived a sociotechnical leader named Quinton. Quinton was not just any leader; he was a master of orchestrating resources, weaving a tapestry of project management excellence. The Blueprint of Quinton’s Adventure Quinton embarked on a grand […]

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(Decision Log Template) The Symphony of Decision Making: A Tale of Leonel the Sociotechnical Leader

Hearing the First Notes Once upon a time in the bustling town of Techshire, there lived a sociotechnical leader named Leonel. He had a knack for orchestrating ideas like a composer directing a symphony. Each decision he made resonated throughout the organization, creating harmony or discord. However, the key to his success lay not just […]

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