Medical Device Courses | kellyepcarter | Activity https://medicaldevicecourses.com/members/kellyepcarter/activity/ Activity feed for kellyepcarter. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:40:21 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 f25bede7efa94f84bb5d987697ca1a9d kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Organizational structure" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25713/ Mon, 18 Apr 2022 19:00:12 -0400 On a similar note, I’ve had a team member from another division given to me. The greatest problem that I encountered is that the individual brought a level of toxicity to the team that had to be dealt with using…   Read more»

]]> 8df2476def72ae660d2bb19437c5a987 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Familiarity of eachothers work" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25712/ Mon, 18 Apr 2022 18:49:42 -0400 When the right hand doesn’t know what the left hand is doing, in my experience, this can lead to conflict. If you don’t provide the story, the story will be provided for you, and many times it won’t be factual….   Read more»

]]> 500e9d4bd592829281c65df5c03ac5bb kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Most Important Project Management Knowledge Areas" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25711/ Mon, 18 Apr 2022 18:40:57 -0400 I believe that each of the components are important, yet I believe that stakeholder management is fairly essential. The project needs the support of management and without the knowledge of what the customers need, want, and expect, and what the…   Read more»

]]> a0a8875b5f80d7871496a94725f11293 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Human resource management" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25572/ Tue, 12 Apr 2022 19:37:12 -0400 It is good practice for one person to hold all the knowledge for completing essential tasks. However, if this is the case, one effective method of handling this situation is to ask the person to perform a knowledge transfer prior…   Read more»

]]> 9f322a4b2eae44d2af4d512e464cb4b1 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "WBS Pitfalls" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25571/ Tue, 12 Apr 2022 19:27:33 -0400 The WBS lends itself to project efficiency and effectiveness and it is an output of the Scope. To avoid pitfalls of the WBS it is suggested not to make the plan too detailed otherwise the PM will have to micromanage…   Read more»

]]> ef1ea68aec03582567c934ad8ee13c58 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Designing effective Communication management Plan" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25568/ Tue, 12 Apr 2022 19:19:09 -0400 I also believe that it is beneficial to have a general communications management strategy and to have it as a part of the SOP. Yet, it may be important to tailor that plan to meet the needs of individual projects…   Read more»

]]> 6de61508db62af739650a966507be294 kellyepcarter posted a new topic "Risk Responses" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25445/ Wed, 06 Apr 2022 01:14:03 -0400 The PMBOK Guide states that effective and appropriate risk responses can minimize individual threats, maximize individual opportunities and reduce overall project risk exposure. In consideration of this, what might some relevant examples of effective and appropriate risk responses assuming that…   Read more»

]]> 8cdc96db89623f5fc2fbc1b207f13d8e kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Monitoring Time and Budget" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25423/ Tue, 05 Apr 2022 08:05:38 -0400 I’m one of those people who believes that anything is possible, it boils down to how much work one wants to put in to achieve possible. I once heard Dolly Parton describe how she and her 11 siblings took baths…   Read more»

]]> 3bcbe41fcfa1d0a633b062d6d3afef4d kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Monitoring Time and Budget" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25422/ Tue, 05 Apr 2022 07:59:56 -0400 Posted by: @pv223 In this week’s lecture we learned about different aspects of monitoring and controlling a project and how anything can really be subject to change throughout the life cycle. Assume you are a project manager and you are…   Read more»

]]> 266badb71bfc50755b7f03c73e6ac328 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Risk Management impact" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25421/ Tue, 05 Apr 2022 07:57:59 -0400 When I think about one of the projects that I worked on and risk, I immediately think about a building project where there were so many moving parts- the greatest “risk” was not opening on time, and on time means…   Read more»

]]> 320db56de59d1ead67f8cf4748b82a20 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Risk Management impact" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25420/ Tue, 05 Apr 2022 07:43:21 -0400 Posted by: @sallirab When we say the word “Risk” it always come in mind a Negative thoughts, but does the Risk are always negative ? As we know Risk results can be positive or negative, can you please give an…   Read more»

]]> f4f0c5da3c632bd3579911f536ec7fa3 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Success Rate of Projects" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25411/ Mon, 04 Apr 2022 22:41:27 -0400 I recently read that a project is successful when it is completed at a cost equal to the budget that was allocated, it’s within deadline, and all of the delivery of the required functionalities were met, and I immediately thought,…   Read more»

]]> be8c54b5202c43291ec6d2cda29987b8 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Success Rate of Projects" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25410/ Mon, 04 Apr 2022 22:34:20 -0400 Posted by: @nk434 This past week, we spoke briefly about closing a project. Closing is important (whether the project is successful or not) in order to be able to continue to the future works.  What would classify a successful project,…   Read more»

]]> 7535810303c6879d98f3bbfde6290727 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Risk Management impact" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25254/ Mon, 28 Mar 2022 18:58:35 -0400 There will always be risk in everything that we do. To me, planning for risk is very positive, it means that there is a plan in place to keep the project moving in the event that something comes up that…   Read more»

]]> daf8e3569817819b2995f81e205b3b0e kellyepcarter replied to the topic "What you need to get a job in project management" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25253/ Mon, 28 Mar 2022 18:51:38 -0400 I think anyone undertaking project management needs to be good with people and great at time management. Leading a team means being available to actively listen to the team’s concerns, and to be responsive to their needs, even when you…   Read more»

]]> 04f4157f5d29770ac78d7ccdca7df4c7 kellyepcarter posted a new topic "Sequence of the PM Process" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25252/ Mon, 28 Mar 2022 18:40:10 -0400 According to Invensis Learning, sequence activities are the process of identifying and documenting relationships among the project activities and the fundamental reason for the sequence activities process is finalizing the interrelationship of activities to finish the project scope and achieve…   Read more»

]]> d8c5c3a77dac46aac3d19cde183801b1 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Difference in communication when working from home" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25121/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:53:04 -0400 This is absolutely a necessary conversation for the project manager to have with the team. I was managing a building project in addition to being a branch manager and interim manager of two other branches all at the same time….   Read more»

]]> 155d61f0c6c986dd179c16aa13853e1a kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Making connections between people and schools" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25106/ Mon, 21 Mar 2022 17:03:57 -0400 @mmd55 
Hi Matt,
I just sent an invitation to connect with you!
 
Kellye

]]> b09209aea26807241bb7a7d9f4c389bb kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Making connections between people and schools" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25105/ Mon, 21 Mar 2022 17:00:26 -0400 Hello,
 
Here’s how to connect with me on LinkedIn:
 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellye-carter-barkley-685b0220/

]]> ea5839dddadc9c62bf03dbb36a0f4225 kellyepcarter posted a new topic "Healthcare Project Management" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25104/ Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:57:36 -0400 Is project management the same across the healthcare spectrum? Specifically, is project management the same for medical research and health care management?

]]> 4908d3db563378d6159162157c034c84 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "what should the project manager do to create an environment of collaboration on the team?" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25046/ Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:12:17 -0400 Project collaboration takes place when a group of people with varying project management skills and experiences come together to foster a harmonious collaborative spirit, everyone on the team should be included in the decision-making process and have access to all…   Read more»

]]> 8eed948e94bbd4ab017752feeebd7e22 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Organization Types" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25045/ Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:02:52 -0400 Functional Organizations Organized around organizational operations Human Resources Information Technology Sales Marketing Business Operations Public Services, etc. Traditional organizational structure Project Management performed by a team member of a functional area Project resources are controlled an authorized by functional managers…   Read…[Read more]

]]> 0c269cf38ef38e07a3d0b030072a904f kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Organization Types" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25044/ Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:02:38 -0400

Posted by: @ajy6
What are some similarities and differences between a functional and project-based organization? Also, which organization would you prefer and why? 

 

]]> 42680785d0d2181209ac55963f5bb77f kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Difference between Product Management and Product Management" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25043/ Wed, 16 Mar 2022 09:46:46 -0400 Program management is the process of managing programs mapped to business objectives that improve organizational performance while program managers help to drive organizational change through various projects and strategic initiatives which are implemented through team collaboration to deliver value to…   Read more»

]]> ce82eb46e3a4fef4b10027fcc0e3c8d0 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Difference between Product Management and Product Management" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/25042/ Wed, 16 Mar 2022 09:30:53 -0400 Posted by: @dani During my project management research, I have noticed that there is often confusion between the roles and responsibilities of Project Management and Product Management, as sometimes the roles are seen as interchangeable and sometimes separate. Essentially product…   Read more»

]]> a0cfd96b84e3d72a3e0a4a2b0350537f kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Projects and Programs" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/24885/ Tue, 08 Mar 2022 15:17:07 -0500 According to Elizabeth Harrin, (5 Benefits of Program Management, 2016), one of the benefits of grouping projects under a program is that resources can be shared more effectively. The program manager is in chare of putting people and money in…   Read more»

]]> 310a1299e705cb61cb7bc02a924787a8 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "FDA ethics" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/24884/ Tue, 08 Mar 2022 15:02:58 -0500 I agree that transparency is at issue here. FindLaw defines ethics as the “term used to describe a code of conduct governing proper professional behavior, which establishes the nature of obligations owed to individuals and to society.” If transparency is…   Read more»

]]> bb13de0acaa236bb08b4991c531b996f kellyepcarter replied to the topic "FDA ethics" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/24883/ Tue, 08 Mar 2022 15:01:41 -0500 I agree that transparency is at issue here. FindLaw defines ethics as the “term used to describe a code of conduct governing proper professional behavior, which establishes the nature of obligations owed to individuals and to society.” If transparency is…   Read more»

]]> 9858f913f78aac5ef337480ace71091d kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Sizes of Project Teams" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/24882/ Tue, 08 Mar 2022 14:50:40 -0500 Different sized teams do indeed have advantages and drawbacks. It depends on what the goal of the team is whether or not I prefer to work on a large or a small team. When I was a part of a…   Read more»

]]> 594cb50e0faa4b70140de12c60e354a0 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Difficult People in Work Groups" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/24720/ Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:40:38 -0500 @tiavance23 I agree, most times, talking things out clears the air, especially if both parties have open hearts and minds.

]]> 8abbf838ec36e67acefc9b791b05076d kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Difficult People in Work Groups" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/24696/ Tue, 01 Mar 2022 03:13:33 -0500 Communication is very important for teams, good leadership is also essential. Teams that I’ve participated in or teams that I’ve led have been most successful when the group works together, ideally on the front end, to establish norms. The norms…   Read more»

]]> 928a77c512db52c283c591b9484ca447 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "As a project manager, how would you handle underperforming team members?" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/24695/ Tue, 01 Mar 2022 03:13:32 -0500 As the project manager, I would meet with the underperforming team member(s) privately to find out if something is going on with them … are they having problems at home, have they otherwise gotten bad news that they don’t know…   Read more»

]]> 097b98786c8a6ff6c637ee645848d5d4 kellyepcarter replied to the topic "Dividing the Workload" - https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/24694/ Tue, 01 Mar 2022 03:13:32 -0500 I think developing a method for dividing up the workload for the project would depend on the scope of the project and the capacity of the team. I also believe that the project leader should have a grasp of the…   Read more»

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