What is Episode 27 of The Project Management Podcast about?

When earned value metrics aren’t available, alternative ways to measure project success still exist—here’s how.

How can project managers track progress without earned value management?

By using simple metrics like milestones, task completion rates, and budget tracking to monitor outcomes.

What’s the main reason some organizations avoid earned value management?

Many find it too complex or lacking executive buy-in, so they rely on easier, informal performance indicators.

What is the benefit of applying simplified performance measures?

It provides visibility into progress and supports proactive decisions without the overhead of formal EVM systems.

What does this episode emphasize about managing without EVM?

That consistent tracking, transparency, and accountability can still drive successful project delivery.

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Show notes: Todays you will find the following items on the menue: First you will hear about some great changes to the show. Next, we have a template to download and a book to give away, it's titled Napoleon on Project Management by Jerry Manas (Amazon Link). In the main section of the episode, I will show you the many ways to monitor your project without the sophistcated requirements of Earned Value and finally I’d like to tell you why you should listen to the Cold Fusion Podcast episode 18 (hint: it's on project management).

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