{"id":307520,"date":"2025-11-21T01:43:53","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T01:43:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/project-management-best-practices-4-rules-for-staying-on-track-and-achieving-project-success-by-francesco-marcatto-mindiply-smart-thinking-at-work\/"},"modified":"2025-11-21T01:43:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T01:43:53","slug":"project-management-best-practices-4-rules-for-staying-on-track-and-achieving-project-success-by-francesco-marcatto-mindiply-smart-thinking-at-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=307520","title":{"rendered":"Project Management Best Practices: 4 Rules for Staying on Track and Achieving Project Success | by Francesco Marcatto | Mindiply: Smart Thinking At Work"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"speechify-ignore ac cw\">\n<div class=\"speechify-ignore bi m\">\n<div class=\"ac kb kc kd ke kf kg kh ki kj kk kl\">\n<div class=\"ac r kl\">\n<div class=\"ac km\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"bn\" role=\"tooltip\">\n<div tabindex=\"-1\" class=\"bf\"><a rel=\"noopener follow\" href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@francesco-marcatto?source=post_page---byline--70603dda75e---------------------------------------\" data-discover=\"true\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"m kn ko by kp kq\">\n<div class=\"m fr\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Francesco Marcatto\" class=\"m fk by bz ca de\" src=\"https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fill:64:64\/1*zOHKOjKU85bKn122El_L7Q.jpeg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" loading=\"lazy\" data-testid=\"authorPhoto\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"bg b bh ab bl\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"ok ol om on oo op oh oi paragraph-image\">\n<div role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"oq or fr os bi ot\"><span class=\"fw fx fy ao fz ga gb gc gd speechify-ignore\">Press enter or click to view image in full size<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"oh oi oj\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:640\/format:webp\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:720\/format:webp\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 720w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:750\/format:webp\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 750w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:786\/format:webp\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 786w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:828\/format:webp\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 828w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:1100\/format:webp\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 1100w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:1400\/format:webp\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(min-resolution: 4dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 50vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 4) and (max-width: 700px) 50vw, (min-resolution: 3dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 67vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 3) and (max-width: 700px) 65vw, (min-resolution: 2.5dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 80vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2.5) and (max-width: 700px) 80vw, (min-resolution: 2dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 100vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2) and (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" type=\"image\/webp\"\/><source data-testid=\"og\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:640\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:720\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 720w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:750\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 750w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:786\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 786w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:828\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 828w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:1100\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 1100w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:1400\/0*ed0SY-0UOqU36HJa.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(min-resolution: 4dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 50vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 4) and (max-width: 700px) 50vw, (min-resolution: 3dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 67vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 3) and (max-width: 700px) 65vw, (min-resolution: 2.5dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 80vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2.5) and (max-width: 700px) 80vw, (min-resolution: 2dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 100vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2) and (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"\/><img alt=\"\" class=\"bi gl ou c\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" loading=\"eager\" role=\"presentation\"\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"ov fm ow oh oi ox oy bg b bh ab eb\">Cover picture by <a class=\"ah ia\" href=\"https:\/\/it.freepik.com\/vettori\/infografica\" rel=\"noopener ugc nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Freepik<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"1478\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">The inability to adequately track a project can lead to delays, or in some cases, a complete derailment of the project as a whole. The old mantra \u201cIf you can\u2019t measure it, you can\u2019t manage it\u201d is totally right: if you don\u2019t have the capability to track certain key aspects of your project, how will you ever know whether things are running on time or delays are likely?<\/p>\n<p id=\"3828\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">In this article, we will look into a few best practices to ensure that you won\u2019t lose focus on your project and stay on track. While this article is directed to project managers specifically, anyone who has a goal and works with others could benefit from this information as well.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"5d54\" class=\"pu pv ja bg pw px py pz gx qa qb qc gz qd qe qf qg qh qi qj qk ql qm qn qo qp bl\">Rule 1: Establish a Baseline<\/h2>\n<p id=\"0f80\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc qq pe pf pg qr pi pj ha qs pl pm hd qt po pp hg qu pr ps pt ic bl\">Every project is balancing on three legs: scope, budget, and schedule.<\/p>\n<p id=\"b3a0\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\"><strong class=\"pb jb\">1. Scope.<\/strong> In this area, you\u2019re essentially establishing what you aim to achieve. The project scope is the main mission statement, the description you hand to investors or clients. \u201cWe will achieve X in Y years\u201d and so on.<\/p>\n<p id=\"ce7a\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\"><strong class=\"pb jb\">2. Budget.<\/strong> This is usually where things can get ugly quickly. You need to establish what it means to be \u201cwithin budget\u201d and how to stay there through the remainder of the project.<\/p>\n<p id=\"415d\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\"><strong class=\"pb jb\">3. Schedule.<\/strong> Creating an accurate schedule is key to staying on track. You can review your past interactions to determine a ballpark figure of estimated due dates. However, you need to be honest with yourself. Don\u2019t try to sweeten a deal by promising to deliver something sooner if you know in the past it took you longer to complete. Always estimate \u201cmore time\u201d not less.<\/p>\n<p id=\"93b7\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">You can also expand on these elements as you see fit, however consider these three your main components. If any of these metrics are off, you\u2019ll immediately know whether your project is running out of control or not.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"f9ef\" class=\"pu pv ja bg pw px py pz gx qa qb qc gz qd qe qf qg qh qi qj qk ql qm qn qo qp bl\">Rule 2: KPIs, KPIs, KPIs<\/h2>\n<p id=\"572e\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc qq pe pf pg qr pi pj ha qs pl pm hd qt po pp hg qu pr ps pt ic bl\">It may seem obvious, but the first thing you\u2019ll need to do in order to successfully track your project is to know what it is you are tracking. Think about it for a second\u2026 <em class=\"qv\">What key performance metrics indicate a successful project?<\/em> Is it organizing and executing an ads campaign? The completion of a prototype? Or maybe a certain amount of sales generated per month?<\/p>\n<p id=\"e694\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">When it comes to tracking, we can display PMs behaviour on a continuum between two opposite poles. On one pole, we find PMs who like to track everything. PMS on the other pole, instead, trust their own hunch more than numbers and don\u2019t have a great need for tracking.<\/p>\n<p id=\"bb92\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">As usual, both approaches have their problems. Control freaks will swim in so many numbers that they can lose focus on what\u2019s really important. The risk of looking at vanity metrics instead of the real key metrics is very high. Metric-less PMs know very well the thrill of finding roadblocks and delays when it\u2019s already too late, so they must also master the art of the last-minute workaround.<\/p>\n<p id=\"5d48\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">In sum, you don\u2019t need to measure absolutely everything, but for sure you must measure what\u2019s critical for the success of your project. So, first identify the factors that will let you know that you\u2019re doing a good job, and then create the appropriate metrics, your <strong class=\"pb jb\">Key Performance Indicators<\/strong> or <strong class=\"pb jb\">KPIs<\/strong>. This section requires time and specificity, so don\u2019t slack on this important step.<\/p>\n<p id=\"4dbf\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">You can find an article about how to go beyond traditional metrics here: <a class=\"ah ia\" href=\"https:\/\/mindiply.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-measure-project-success-beyond-traditional-metrics\" rel=\"noopener ugc nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">How to Measure Project Success: Beyond Traditional metrics<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"4304\" class=\"pu pv ja bg pw px py pz gx qa qb qc gz qd qe qf qg qh qi qj qk ql qm qn qo qp bl\">Rule 3. Get organised!<\/h2>\n<p id=\"e277\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc qq pe pf pg qr pi pj ha qs pl pm hd qt po pp hg qu pr ps pt ic bl\">Ok, let\u2019s go straight to the point: create your own dashboard with all the metrics you need to constantly check. For those unfamiliar with the concept of dashboards, they are essentially the \u201cback end panel\u201d of your project management software. Similar to your car\u2019s dashboard, a PM dashboard is essentially a widget that captures the performance metrics of a project and displays it in a single place.<\/p>\n<p id=\"e068\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">Having data is great, but having actionable data is even better. Thus, add to your dashboard what you think or feel \u201cmight\u201d be important. Narrowing down the KPIs that are most critical to the success of your project is the first step towards efficiency.<\/p>\n<p id=\"bb50\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">The good thing about modern interactive dashboards is that they are continually customisable. If you don\u2019t like something, go ahead and change it. It\u2019s your dashboard and it must be 100% useful for you.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"4d1c\" class=\"pu pv ja bg pw px py pz gx qa qb qc gz qd qe qf qg qh qi qj qk ql qm qn qo qp bl\">Rule 4. Use your Project Tracking Software<\/h2>\n<p id=\"a8be\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc qq pe pf pg qr pi pj ha qs pl pm hd qt po pp hg qu pr ps pt ic bl\">You\u2019re probably already familiar with popular PM tools. If not, you can find <a class=\"ah ia\" href=\"https:\/\/mindiply.com\/blog\/post\/best-free-online-tools-for-agile-project-management\" rel=\"noopener ugc nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a> an article we recently did on some of the best free project management software available on the market today.<\/p>\n<p id=\"3fc4\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">Nonetheless, this is probably something we shouldn\u2019t \u2018have to mention\u2019 but we will. Many project managers have access to these powerful tools, but don\u2019t fully use them, or their teams don\u2019t use them.<\/p>\n<p id=\"1f65\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">Tools such as PM software are called <a class=\"ah ia\" href=\"https:\/\/mindiply.com\/blog\/post\/cognitive-artifacts\" rel=\"noopener ugc nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">cognitive artifacts<\/a>, that are human-made devices that make us smarter and increase our cognitive performances.<\/p>\n<p id=\"11d5\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj ha pk pl pm hd pn po pp hg pq pr ps pt ic bl\">The benefits of using a project management platform are numerous, such as being able to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, visually tracking progress, assigning tasks to specific people and much more. Having (and knowing how to use) a project management software is key to a successful project these days. Not using a PM software would be akin to using a horse in the world of cars to get around.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"83e3\" class=\"pu pv ja bg pw px py pz gx qa qb qc gz qd qe qf qg qh qi qj qk ql qm qn qo qp bl\">Bottom Line<\/h2>\n<p id=\"5a01\" class=\"pw-post-body-paragraph oz pa ja pb b pc qq pe pf pg qr pi pj ha qs pl pm hd qt po pp hg qu pr ps pt ic bl\">There are no \u201csecrets\u201d or \u201ctricks\u201d for making your projects run on track and without sudden issues. There are, however, some simple best practices which every Project Manager (and everyone interested in pursuing his\/her own goals) should know and follow. One last advice: have a look at <a class=\"ah ia\" href=\"https:\/\/mindiply.com\/\" rel=\"noopener ugc nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><strong class=\"pb jb\">Mindiply Timeline<\/strong><\/a>, the Project Management tool that we have developed following exactly the principles above. You can easily create and share everything project-related (activities and tasks, milestones, etc.), visually track progress on a smart dashboard, automatically create beautiful and meaningful reports, and much more.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"qx qy qz ra rb op oh oi paragraph-image\">\n<div role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"oq or fr os bi ot\"><span class=\"fw fx fy ao fz ga gb gc gd speechify-ignore\">Press enter or click to view image in full size<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"oh oi qw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:640\/format:webp\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 640w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:720\/format:webp\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 720w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:750\/format:webp\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 750w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:786\/format:webp\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 786w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:828\/format:webp\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 828w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:1100\/format:webp\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 1100w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:1400\/format:webp\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(min-resolution: 4dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 50vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 4) and (max-width: 700px) 50vw, (min-resolution: 3dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 67vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 3) and (max-width: 700px) 65vw, (min-resolution: 2.5dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 80vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2.5) and (max-width: 700px) 80vw, (min-resolution: 2dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 100vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2) and (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" type=\"image\/webp\"\/><source data-testid=\"og\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:640\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 640w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:720\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 720w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:750\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 750w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:786\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 786w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:828\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 828w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:1100\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 1100w, https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/v2\/resize:fit:1400\/0*IiepLsAYzASGpY69.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(min-resolution: 4dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 50vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 4) and (max-width: 700px) 50vw, (min-resolution: 3dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 67vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 3) and (max-width: 700px) 65vw, (min-resolution: 2.5dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 80vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2.5) and (max-width: 700px) 80vw, (min-resolution: 2dppx) and (max-width: 700px) 100vw, (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2) and (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"\/><img alt=\"\" class=\"bi gl ou c\" width=\"700\" height=\"395\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"presentation\"\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"ov fm ow oh oi ox oy bg b bh ab eb\">Plan, track, and communicate with Mindiply Timeline for Project Management<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Press enter or click to view image in full size Cover picture by Freepik The inability to adequately track a project can lead to delays, or in some cases, a complete derailment of the project as a whole. 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