Hello, If you start experiencing a lot of problems with a vendor in the middle of a validation, it is essential to take immediate action to address the issue and prevent any delays in the project. In the case of…   Read more»

Hello, When it comes to planning a project, several methods and techniques can help to organize tasks. The following techniques and methods can be utilized through software. Project management software is an essential tool for organizing and allocating tasks, setting…   Read more»

Hello, Assessing the probability of failure for an original product can be challenging because, as previously stated, there is no prior data to rely on. However, there are a few methods that can be used in lieu of comparative methods….   Read more»

Hello, One such method is using a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS). A WBS is a hierarchical list of all the tasks and sub-tasks that need to be completed for a project. The WBS breaks down the project into manageable, smaller…   Read more»

Hello, As a project manager, it can be concerning to see low performance scores in personal and team performance reports. If I were assigned as the project manager of a brand new team in the middle of a project and…   Read more»

Hello, The COVID-19 pandemic has presented several challenges for project managers who are required to work from home. One of the main challenges is communication, as project managers need to ensure that they have the right tools and strategies in…   Read more»

As a project manager, ensuring equal contributions from all team members is crucial for the success of the project. One approach to achieving this is to clearly define each team member’s role and responsibilities, and regularly check in with each…   Read more»

Hello, Both large and small teams have their own unique advantages and disadvantages. In a large team, there is a division of labor and specialization of skills, which can increase efficiency and result in a higher quality output. A larger…   Read more»

Hello, The importance of interpersonal skills within a job is high. I believe Daniel Goleman places such a high stress on interpersonal skills is because every occupation, to some degree, there is interactions with other humans in order to reach…   Read more»

Hello, As @hodafattel mentioned, the three types of organizations are: functional, project-based, and matrix. In a functional organization, the staff are grouped by specialty, such as engineering, or marketing. Each department has its own projects and goals independently of the…   Read more»

Hello, As others have mentioned, the use of unapproved devices is permitted in emergency situations that may not allow for timely medical assistance. However, I believe it is unlikely for a physician to have unapproved devices on hand for use,…   Read more»

Hello, This is an interesting topic. As you mentioned, it seems that some devices on the market are always in need. Industries like food, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and general technologies will never be in decline. Certain products, however, will not always…   Read more»

This is an interesting concern as it sounds obvious that manufacturers have to conform to different regulatory bodies and practices in different countries, though it hides the complexity of the issue. As others have stated, the primary regulatory body that…   Read more»

Common reasons for safety recalls by the FDA are due to contamination, product/manufacturing defects, or misbranding. In terms of the label itself, the FDA has a standardized set of information that is required to be on the label, such as…   Read more»

On the topic of ethical concerns relating to the FDA, there are several points that can be raised. As the original question mentioned, several products on the food market utilize ingredients that have known toxic side effects. The FDA regulates…   Read more»

What kind of project management tools do you use to deal with priorities as a Project Manager? Have you found that there are constantly shifting priorities in a Project? How do you ensure that your team remains on track and…   Read more»

How would you handle team conflict as a project manager? Team conflict is natural and not necessarily unwelcome. A team, the majority of the time, will not be composed of similar/likeminded people. Teams bring together people with different backgrounds, expertise,…   Read more»

As a project manager, how would you handle underperforming team members? I would define underperformance as lower quality of work or not completing work at all, missing deadlines and submissions, inappropriate conduct, and/or low morale. There are a myriad of…   Read more»