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ridmehta replied to the topic "How to manage and train low performers in common companies?" -

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 21:07:14 -0400

It is important for underperforming employees to have strong managers who are able to identify the source of the problem leading to low motivation. They should be able to connect with the employee and provide solutions on how areas of… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "How to manage and train low performers in common companies?" -

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 21:07:11 -0400

ridmehta replied to the topic "Skills Learned in this Class" -

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 21:00:40 -0400

This class helped me truly value teamwork through the many team projects we had to complete. We were constantly shuffled between different teams which forced us to adapt quickly to different people with their own working habits. It also allowed… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Qualities of a Manager" -

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 20:58:37 -0400

I think currently I have a good hold on being able to solicit and act on feedback I receive to make sure the individuals who report to me are being properly supported. I would like to continue building upon this… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "What’s Your Motivator?" -

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 02:07:15 -0400

My motivators tend to be linked to what I am most interested. If I am invested in a project I will dedicate more time towards it happily as opposed to something I am being forced into doing. I also think… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Overworked Americans vs. Motivation" -

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 02:05:14 -0400

I agree that many Americans overwork themselves because it has become the norm to do so. Especially if you are trying to get a promotion it is expected to work long hours to show your dedication as opposed to be… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "How was this class helpful" -

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 02:03:06 -0400

I found this class helpful in helping me understand the role of a PM without having to work as one first. Its a field I’m interested in entering but a lot of the times you need experience first in order… Read more»

ridmehta posted a new topic "Complications with Management Sectors" -

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 01:52:03 -0400

Have you ever been in charge of leading one of the management sectors discussed (project, scope, time, HR, communications, procurement, integration)? What challenges do you know or think any of these sectors have to overcome?

ridmehta replied to the topic "Most Important Project Management Knowledge Areas" -

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 01:49:50 -0400

I think scope management is the most important because a blurry scope can lead to unnecessary costs and expenses due to the scope being molded into something that was not initially covered. I know during my senior design capstone project… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Potential PM?" -

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 01:47:17 -0400

I think I would make for a good PM since I’ve held leadership positions before and have been able to lead groups on various projects. I think the part I would need to focus more on is developing a stronger… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Difference in communication when working from home" -

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:34:58 -0400

Maintaining work-life boundaries can be difficult but it helps to time block your schedule to avoid meetings outside your comfort zone and force you to ensure you get a proper lunch break. Personally, I like working from home as I… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Success Rate of Projects" -

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:32:10 -0400

I feel a project is successful if it completes the task in the dedicated period of time. Completing more in shorter period of time is even more exceptional though not required at all. However a project that may not have… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Improving Team Performance" -

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:29:29 -0400

I think it’s important to meet with each team member to discuss their individual motivation techniques as each individual responds differently to different rewards. Some may prefer verbal recognition, some may prefer free merchandise, others may want more opportunities for… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Tendency for project management in medical devices field" -

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 01:59:40 -0400

I have also worked in a company that did not have a separate project management organization contracted and therefore integrated it within their own company. Thought I have not experience a contracted PM, I think having your own is beneficial… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Monitoring Time and Budget" -

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 01:54:57 -0400

I think it would be possible to recover the project if the remaining tasks can be completed by pooling the most experienced individuals able to complete the tasks with greater efficiency and less resources. That sometimes can also require more… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Making connections between people and schools" -

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 01:51:21 -0400

Hi Guys!
I’m Ridhi and I’m doing my masters in BME at NJIT. Here’s my linkedin profile link for anyone who’d like to connect! https://www.linkedin.com/in/ridhi-mehta-14015b130/

ridmehta replied to the topic "Communication during a project management" -

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 22:52:26 -0500

For this course, I’ve often used groupme and text messaging as it has shown to be a better way of getting a hold of individuals in a timely manner since not everyone checks Canvas regularly. However by identifying that most… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Executing Process Progress" -

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 22:49:38 -0500

I would ensure that backup vendors have been selected so that there is no impact to the project timeline as another vendor that has been pre-approved can be used instead. Oftentimes companies can have 2-3 backup vendors for such situations… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Verification Protocols vs. Reports" -

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 22:46:26 -0500

Verification protocols outline the tests going to be utilized to confirm that the product inputs = outputs. For each input there must be an output that is verified which is done by creating experimental tests to back the data up… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Project Planning" -

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 01:42:50 -0500

Constantly communicating with your team members on their bandwidth and reprioritizing tasks amongst the team can help ensure the project stays on track. Overburdening employees with tasks can actually slow down overall progress as they are unable to get to… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Project Slack Time" -

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 01:38:23 -0500

It’s always a good idea to account for some leeway in your planning schedule because something will and always does go wrong. It may not even be due to your own fault such as vendor supply issues or a pandemic…. Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Unique Project Challenges for Medical Device Companies" -

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 01:34:04 -0500

I would agree that the regulatory guidelines are definitely a more complex aspect of healthcare that not other industries have to deal with. In addition, these regulations can change with countries such as the FDA in the US and the… Read more»

ridmehta posted a new topic "Project Management Tools" -

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 18:36:19 -0500

This week we learned about a few types of project management tools used such as the Gantt Chart and Pert Chart. In your experience, what type of project management tools have you used and which did you find most beneficial… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Time vs. Money" -

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 18:33:50 -0500

I would agree that time is more valuable as at the end of the day, time is money. Though the short term gains of an accelerated timeline is completing the task earlier and saving money on resources, in the long… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Organizing tasks" -

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 18:31:37 -0500

I think this is a great point that is brought up since technology has greatly impacted our ways of working. Like Dr. Simon mentioned, gantt charts have become more popular including Microsoft project that has made it more easy to… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Over budget project" -

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 02:51:21 -0500

Depending on the company they may have additional financial reserves to tap into for situations like this or you may be lucky enough that another project was under budget and can transfer their funds to you. Though it is beneficial… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "From a Stakeholders Point of View" -

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 02:47:15 -0500

I think it is important for stakeholders to maintain distance from specific company operations as they are not qualified to do certain tasks and it may slow the process down if they are constantly caught up to speed on what… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Risk Management" -

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 02:44:46 -0500

I don’t see transference as negative as it may come across depending on how it is used. For instance, a company may hand off a risk to a third party to use their resources towards working on other projects. In… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Sizes of Project Teams" -

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 02:00:50 -0500

I find it extremely valuable working with people from different backgrounds. They all come in with a new perspective and can provide their expertise when needed. However, large groups are equivalent to having too many cooks in the kitchen and… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Should Interpersonal skills be more valuable than technical skills?" -

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 01:58:35 -0500

I would agree that the ratio should be a bit more even. As students of a technical path is it without a doubt that our technical background is crucial to the work that we do. However, it is also important… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Experiments" -

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 01:54:59 -0500

I think the best way to go about solving problems is through a team approach. When trying to brainstorm ideas on the label failure it was helpful to gain insight from other team members and build upon each others ideas… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Organization type preference" -

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 02:58:47 -0500

I would have to agree that I also prefer the matrix organization. In my department we all complete similar roles but contribute to different projects. Due to our expertise we can contribute to those projects while also have a strong… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Design Verification Testing" -

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 02:50:37 -0500

It is important to include specifications of what the test entails, how to execute it properly, and what specs will indicate and failing or passing test. The more detailed the plan the more likely it is that everything will be… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "How to ensure the project is on schedule to meet deadline" -

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 02:48:28 -0500

I agree with @hodafattel that accounting for obstacles is a very important quality to have in a plan. I also work in a lab and almost everything goes wrong always so I’ve learned to keep my expectations low and my… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "How do you deal with challenges?" -

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 20:06:41 -0500

This past summer I managed a co-op and with the fluctuation in covid transmissibility the company restrictions were constantly changing too. I had to be flexible enough to change the timeline of her co-op to ensure she would receive the… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "FDA ethics" -

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 20:02:03 -0500

This actually was a very interesting topic as I can see both sides of the argument and support parts of them equally. I understand all processed products will have a degree of undesirable components and that the FDA sets standards… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Team member skills" -

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 19:55:36 -0500

As mentioned by many individuals in this thread, soft skills and the ability to effectively communicate are critical to any team based role especially one where you are the one leading the efforts. While I would agree that is one… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "What kind of projects interest you the most?" -

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 01:34:25 -0500

I would have to agree with @sam21 as short term projects also provide more instantaneous gratification for the work you have worked on. A lot of projects I’ve worked on in pharmaceuticals are part of initiatives that take years to… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Team member skills" -

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 01:31:19 -0500

I think a good project manager is definitely shaped through their prior experiences and roles. Ideally, having experience in all the roles the PM is managing would give them the greatest exposure to the time requirements and restrictions that are… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Interest in Project Management?" -

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 01:28:16 -0500

In my experience, I didn’t know much about project management until I started working and met with a mentor who introduced me to the PMP certification. Since then it has been a topic that I have discussed with many individuals… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Contract Laws" -

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 03:39:04 -0500

My company works with a lot of contract manufacturing organizations in Ireland and other countries. They may have many reasons for doing so, one being the outsourcing of manufacturing can be cheaper to do in other countries than within our… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Written Agreement v/s Verbal Agreement" -

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 03:29:22 -0500

I think a verbal agreement can be a very weak foundation for any contract as it relies heavily on people’s memory and interpretation of what was said at a specific period in time. Since we have so much technology available… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Restrictions for physician's gifts" -

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 03:25:30 -0500

I would have to agree with @zmh4, these restrictions are put in place to ensure proper business is conducted which means that only the necessary parties are required to attend. I don’t see much value that a spouse could bring… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Seniority and Old Habits Vs. Newbies and New Techniques" -

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 23:36:59 -0500

I think it’s important to set clear expectations of what activities are to be completed by all. Team meetings are a great platform to share these expectations and ensure everyone is on the same page. If individuals continue to lack… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Upper vs Middle Management." -

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 23:32:40 -0500

I think I could see myself doing both. I’ve served as a “middle manager” when I oversaw a co-op for 6 months and found that although it required a lot of work and planning I was able to ensure our… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Your Organizational prference; but why?" -

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 23:28:37 -0500

I currently work in a Project based organization and so far I think it’s been working for us. We’re able to make sure the project gets all the resources it needs in order to get complete which is the ultimate… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Benefits of post-market surveillance" -

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 01:02:31 -0500

Having worked in PMS myself, I can also add that the information collected by the department is often heavily leveraged for regulatory requests as well. Many times regulatory authorities will request information on product complaints to assess its efficacy and… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Risk management and Labels" -

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:59:03 -0500

Like many people in this thread I also agree that heathcare professionals should be properly educated in the use of medications and devices so that they may accurately convey the message to their patients during prescription. After all, it is… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Two Types of Risk" -

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:53:07 -0500

Additional internal risks also include change in management styles which can greatly benefit the company or lead to its downfall. Loss of talent can also be a huge risk to the company and cost more to train new employees or… Read more»

ridmehta replied to the topic "Design Review Meetings" -

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 03:34:15 -0400

I had the opportunity to sit in on a design review meeting during one of my internships. Something I noticed was the fact that representatives from various departments were invited and they each brought a new perspective to the table…. Read more»