Washington State University’s Engineering and Technology Management department is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kay Bachman as the new Graduate Studies Committee (GSC) Chair for its online master’s degree and certificate program.
In today’s fast-paced business landscape, successful project management is a critical factor that can make or break an organization’s success. When dealing with complex projects, having a robust and structured approach becomes paramount. One such approach that has proven its mettle over time is the Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) analysis. This article will delve into the world of PERT analysis, understanding its benefits and drawbacks, and how it can optimize project management efficiency.
By Jim Jones The world has witnessed three transformative industrial revolutions that reshaped societies, economies, and individual lives. This is a period marked by the convergence of technologies that sit comfortably between the physical, digital, and biological. As we work through this new era of change, it is important for businesses and individuals to understand […]
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, supply chains face mounting challenges, from increasing complexities to the pressing need for cost optimization and warehouse efficiency. To navigate these hurdles and ensure your projects thrive, a solid understanding of project management is crucial.
In today’s rapidly evolving world, innovation has become the lifeblood of businesses striving to stay ahead of the curve. Ideation, the process of generating and developing creative ideas, lies at the heart of successful innovation. While human ingenuity has been the driving force behind groundbreaking ideas, recent artificial intelligence (AI) advancements offer a promising avenue to amplify and enhance the ideation process.
The SOS model more specifically addresses Developing Self, Leading Others, and Managing Systems. The model allows decision makers to approach a situation from those three different perspectives.
After more than 25 years of teaching in the Engineering and Technology Management (ETM) program at Washington State University, Dr. Bill Gray has retired.
Chadd Kahlsdorf earned his Master’s in Engineering and Technology Management (METM) in 2014. Chadd authored Will the Civil Engineer, a children’s book about Chadd’s world of work.