#27997
After the CMS Implementation Project
Much effort is focused, on the selection and subsequent implementation of a content management system (CMS). While it is obviously vital to ensure that the initial implementation project is successful, this is only the beginning of an ongoing commitment to growing and enhancing the use of content management throughout the organisation.
Robertson, James. CM Briefing (2004). Articles>Content Management>Project Management>Workflow
#26820
Betriebswirtschaftliche Lüsungen zur Kostensenkung Technischer Dokumentation 
Die meisten TD-Verantwortlichen besitzen einen technischen Hintergrund. Daher verwundert es nicht, dass sie Lösungen für Kostenprobleme ebenfalls in der Technik suchen: Datenbanken, Content Management oder Translation Memory. Doch die Investitionskosten sind hoch. Und oft dauert es Jahre, bis sich entsprechende Systeme amortisieren – wenn überhaupt. Ein Betriebswirtschaftler würde das Problem anders lösen: ohne Technik und ohne Investition, durch gezieltes Setzen von Prioritäten und mit optimierten Prozessen. Bewährte Ansätze aus der Betriebswirtschaft gibt es viele, denn andere Unternehmensbereiche leiden unter genau denselben Kostenproblemen. Dieser Beitrag zeigt die wichtigsten Methoden und gibt Beispiele für deren Anwendung in der Technischen Dokumentation.
Achtelig, Marc. indoition engineering (2006). (German) Articles>Management>Project Management>Workflow
#20066
Flowcharting Performance-Based Processes and Procedures 
This session distinguishes between analytical- and performance-based flowcharting of process and procedures. The session will present why, how, and when flowcharting is considered superior to text alone, along with defining flowcharts and symbols. The session distinguishes between processes and procedures and the various styles, formats, and trends that have developed historically primarily due to different origins, purposes, and technologies. The session also presents recommended standards for creating flowcharts, and addresses issues on tools, training, and trends.
Urgo, Raymond E. STC Proceedings (1995). Articles>Project Management>Planning>Workflow
#27610
Introduction to the Diagrams of UML 2.0
Understanding the thirteen diagrams of UML 2.x is an important part of understanding OO development. Although there is far more to modeling than just the UML the reality is the UML defines the standard modeling artifacts when it comes to object technology.
#26816
Management Methods to Lower Documentation Costs
Most people who are in charge of technical documentation have a technical background. No wonder that they look to technology for solving their cost problems: databases, content management or translation memory. But the investment costs are high, of course. And it often takes years for such systems to amortise, if at all they do. A business manager would adopt a different approach to solving the problem: without technology and without investments, by setting priorities and by using optimized processes. There are several tried and tested approaches from the domain of business management that have been succesfully used in other departments to deal with very similar problems. This article explains the most important of these methods and gives examples of how they can be applied to technical documentation.
Achtelig, Marc. indoition engineering (2006). Articles>Project Management>Management>Workflow
#22801
The Problem, the Balloon, and the Four Bedroom House
Without a problem, there is no project. Where there is a problem, however, there is a stakeholder who is desperate for a solution and who has a delivery deadline — which is normally sometime yesterday. Find out how a good process can tame even the most unruly project.
Di Stefano, Joe. List Apart, A (2004). Articles>Project Management>Workflow
#32313
If You Want Something Done, Ask a Busy Person 
Effective use of personal time management skills and techniques can ensure a successful balance between work and personal life. This article suggests ways of analysing how time is spent, and offers advice on making plans for the future in a business and personal environment.
Byrne, Una. Business Information Review (2008). Articles>Project Management>Workflow
#33287
My Tip for Productivity: Tear Up the To-Do List
We all lead extremely busy lives. We have goals, commitments, and an almost endless amount of tasks to complete. Are there any productivity tips that work for you?
Johnson, Tom H. I'd Rather Be Writing (2008). Articles>Project Management>Workflow
#33552
Project Management, Critical Praxis, and Process-Oriented Approach to Teamwork
To help alleviate issues of free-riding and conflicts in team projects, this study proposes the systematic incorporation of project management methods to introduce a process-oriented approach to and a critical praxis in team projects. We examined how the systematic use of project management methods influenced students' performance in team projects. The findings demonstrate that such an approach enables the documentation and evaluation of and reflection on both individual and team work. Our findings indicate that project management tools enhance team member accountability and help reduce free-riding.
Ding, Huiling and Xin Ding. Business Communication Quarterly (2008). Articles>Project Management>Collaboration>Workflow
#35011
Fifteen Steps to a More Productive Workday
Freelance designers, as well as those who work for small design studios, often face the challenge of getting the most productivity out of their time and achieving maximum efficiency. While this can be a struggle for anyone in a more “typical” job, freelancers have added distractions, unique challenges, and no one to hold them accountable. To be a successful freelancer you’ll have to place a priority on productivity and find ways that work for you.
Vandelay Design Blog (2009). Articles>Freelance>Project Management>Workflow
