Project Management Consulting
In addition to training, WCP provides a wide variety of project management consulting services.
Typical consulting assignments include but aren’t limited to:
For more information, contact info@wcpconsulting.com or call Paul at 905-660-7184.
Development/refinement of project management tools
Effective use of project management templates is essential when managing projects. Since there is no such thing as a “one size fits all solution”, clients are encouraged to customize PM templates so they meet their specific requirements. While many clients are comfortable developing and customizing project management tools and templates themselves, for those organizations that would like some help, WCP is available.
We will work with you to create a set of tools and templates specific to your needs.
WCP can also incorporate customized tools and templates into your in-house project management training.
For more information, contact info@wcpconsulting.com or call Paul at 905-660-7184.
Development/refinement of project plan templates
One measure of project management maturity is the standardization of best practices. WCP consultants help you develop project plan templates (both high-level and detailed) which capitalize on proven methodologies and best practices. These project templates may include simply a high-level WBS (Work Breakdown Structure), or may be developed to include your generic resource assignments, task descriptions, standard dependencies, typical performance gates, etc.
Project plan templates help reduce the time required for project planning while improving project predictability and success.
For more information, contact info@wcpconsulting.com or call Paul at 905-660-7184.
Microsoft Project customization
In addition to providing basic and advanced Microsoft Project training, WCP consultants help organizations customize and configure MSP to make it easier and less frustrating to use.
Typically, customization of MSP involves simplifying the user interface and creating the following custom elements: Reports, tables, views, filters, calendars, fields and more.
For more information, contact info@wcpconsulting.com or call Paul at 905-660-7184.
Project team facilitation
WCP consultants are frequently asked to facilitate a project team through the definition phase of an actual project. This may cover the development of the project charter, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), logic diagram, and critical path schedule. During these sessions, WCP consultants ask the right questions and provide guidance in project management best practices, while allowing the client to do what they do best – provide the technical expertise to develop the plan. This kind of exercise is highly productive and puts the project team on solid ground as they move forward into the implementation phase of a project.
For more information, contact info@wcpconsulting.com or call Paul at 905-660-7184.
Post-project review
If not handled properly, post-project reviews can become highly political. When handled correctly, the post-project review is an excellent source for lessons learned – both good and bad. It provides closure, and assists in the success of future projects. Using a neutral third party to conduct the post-project review helps ensure that the review is done in a way that adds value to the organization – without leaving a bad taste.
Note: For large projects, a review is recommended at the end of each major phase or performance gate. This helps to ensure that problems are caught and dealt with early, lessons are learned, and best practices are incorporated into future phases.
For more information, contact info@wcpconsulting.com or call Paul at 905-660-7184.
Project Management Coaching
Some times, all that is need to take a good project manager and turn them into a great project manager, is a little mentoring or coaching. WCP consultants have many years of experience, in a variety of industries. Their hands-on knowledge, coupled with their experience in both training and project team facilitation make them excellent coaches and mentors. Whether one on one, working with a team, face to face or in a virtual setting, coaching can be a very effective means of taking your or your team to the next level.
For more information, contact info@wcpconsulting.com or call Paul at 905-660-7184.
Assessment of organizational PM maturity – and strategies to move forward
Not sure where to begin? Need help developing a long-term strategy for creating a sound and sustainable project management culture? WCP consultants can help. We get to know your organization, analyze areas of Project Management strength and weakness, and discuss the results of the analysis with you. Finally, we put together a plan for how to move forward – providing as much or as little support as you need to get you where you want to be.
For more information, contact info@wcpconsulting.com or call Paul at 905-660-7184.
Development of an internal corporate project management training certification program
WCP consultants include experts in project management, instructional design and adult learning methods. This unique combination allows us to work closely with your H.R. team or project management office (PMO) to put together a project management training curriculum or certification program that meets the specific needs of your organization. Let us help you deliver the right combination of structured training and practical application.
For information on these and other consulting services, please contact Paul Bergman at pbergman@wcpconsulting.com or call Paul at 905-660-7184. |
