There are a number of methodologies out there, of which PRINCE2 is one. Others include Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) which actually designed to help with the management of a suite of projects which constitute a programme, Agile etc..
I have a Trello account, but in truth haven't had time to investigate it properly.
Here’s a couple of links to websites that list methodologies, although, in my opinion some listed are more tools than methodologies:
http://www.cio.com/article/2950579/project-manager/how-to-pick-a-project-management-methodology.html
https://www.wrike.com/project-management-guide/methodologies/
https://www.wrike.com/blog/a-crash-course-in-project-management-methodologies-infographic/
Lynne
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Yes! I'm a firm advocate of Prince2 (google it) - basically a framework to manage any kind of project. It gives you a structure that's logical. It's based on 7 core principles:
1. Business justification - is there any point doing what I'm doing?
2. Learn from experience - common sense!
3. Roles and Responsibilities - everybody HAS to know how they fit into the jigsaw.
4. Manage by Stages - the concept of viable planning horizon.
5. Manage by exception - set things up, assign 'tolerances' or a buffer - e.g. if somebody is assigned the task of cataloguing 10 items a day then they don't have to tell you of slippage if this falls within the tolerance (say 2 items) that you have agreed with them - if they only manage say 2 a day then they have to immediately tell you!
6. Focus on products - always focus on what you are trying to achieve.
7. Tailor to suit the environment - all projects are different with different 'products', importance, complexities etc.
I'm a P2 Practitioner (well I was - checked last night any my accreditation ran out at end of 2015! - it only lasts for 5 years).
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