So many online resources, so little time … maybe a quick attempt at organizing?

Okay there is a ton of stuff out on the web relating to project management. Some are useful, some less so. Websites have come and gone over the years, however I am beginning to see a few strong project management knowledge bases emerge and stay the course. I’d like to highlight a few choice places to go for comprehensive project management coverage. For brevity, I will highlight only one site/provider per category.

Overview Category: Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_management)

This is a continuously evolving site and that is the main reason why I feel this is the best overview material on the subject of project management.

Training: RMC (http://www.rmcproject.com/)

Many of my colleagues and I have used RMC materials to prepare for the PMP test. There are many providers today, catering to almost every niche segment.

Wisdom: Max Wideman (http://www.maxwideman.com/)

It’s hard to top Max in terms of experience and breadth in general project management. He has written many articles, books and Issacons.

Web-based software: WebBased Software (http://www.web-based-software.com/reviews.asp)

There are many vendors providing project management software. Just make sure you have a general idea of what you are looking for before searching for a vendor. Oddly enough, I have never used web-based software before to manage a project. MS Project has always been the de-facto tool at all my client sites.

Desktop software: MS Project

This is usually available at any large organization and is well understood. The maintenance and license fees and level of training required might make this option less attractive as compared to web-based software.

Podcast: The Project Management Podcast (http://www.thepmpodcast.com/)

There are really only two major podcasts that focus specifically on general project management issues and experiences. The one I listen to more often is the Project Management Podcast, as its content comes from a broad range of practitioners. The other podcast is run by Mark Perry at BOT International (http://www.botinternational.com/thepmopodcast.htm).

Templates: CVR/IT consulting (www.cvr-it.com/CVR_Templates.htm)

Comprehensive and maintained generic template library. The Virginian Government also has a template library (http://www.vita.virginia.gov/projects/cpm/templates.cfm). I have taken a look at the templates both site have created. They are fairly generic, and will help you kick things off. However, you’d definitely need to customize the templates to your particular industry, organization and project needs.