I train my staff to ask themselves "what could possibly go wrong" at every stage of their project planning. Identifying what will go as planned is easy and the average industry person could manage a project when everything goes right. Planning for what could go wrong is what separates a good project manager or team from the… Continue reading Developing your project’s risk management and quality control plan. Part 1 of 2
Month: August 2018
How are addendums and contingencies used during an art-service project
An addendum is an addition to the original project contract. The original contract budget, for example, defines specific transportation and labor requirements. The project budget defined in the contract is based on and is limited by the contractor’s quote which is based on the institutions transportation and labor request. This budget will have been approved… Continue reading How are addendums and contingencies used during an art-service project
Understanding the role of a commercial art service contractor on art movement projects.
If your institution has decided to hire an art service contractor for your project this does not relieve the internal project manager of responsibility. Always keep in mind that the art service contractor works for the institution. They provide labor, materials and services. The institution schedules and supervises the project and manages the budget. This is… Continue reading Understanding the role of a commercial art service contractor on art movement projects.
Receiving the Written Request initiating the Project.
What is the written request initiating a project? Ideally, a request would come to the attention of a department or collection manager clearly marked as “Project Request” outlining exactly what actions will satisfy the request. Sometimes this is true but requests leading up to a project may not always be clear or direct. You will… Continue reading Receiving the Written Request initiating the Project.
Considerations prior to, during and after your project.
Prior to the project you are concerned with the accuracy of your quote and developing a workable punch list. During the project you are concerned with maintaining and fulfilling the punch list on time and on or under budget. After the project you are concerned with the longevity, stability and logic of the plan you… Continue reading Considerations prior to, during and after your project.
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