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Why Most SME Projects Fail Before They Even Start
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are full of ambition. They’re scrappy, fast-moving, and usually powered by a handful of people wearing far too many hats. New projects—whether it’s launching a product, implementing new software, opening a new location, or reworking internal processes—often feel like the gateway to growth. And yet… most SME projects fail. Or more accurately, they never really succeed in the first place. What’s uncomfortable (but important) to admit is
Chris Muteham
3 days ago5 min read


The Challenges for SMEs When Defining Projects — and Why Getting It Right Matters
For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), projects are often the engines of growth—whether launching a new product, improving internal systems, or expanding into new markets. Yet, despite best intentions, many SME-led projects stumble before they’ve even begun. Why? Because defining the project—the critical early step—is often rushed, skipped, or assumed to be obvious. Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. SMEs face unique pressures: limited resources, competing prior
Chris Muteham
Dec 29, 20254 min read


A Practical Project Management Strategy for SMEs
Project management can feel like a luxury for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With limited time, tight budgets, and people wearing multiple hats, formal project processes are often seen as “too heavy” or “something only large organisations need.” The result? Projects that drift, overrun, or fail to deliver real business value. The good news is that effective project management doesn’t require complex frameworks or layers of bureaucracy. What SMEs need is a lightwei
Chris Muteham
Dec 13, 20255 min read


Why An Aligned Business Plan Is The Secret Ingredient To Project Success For SMEs
If you run or manage an SME, you already know the feeling: ideas come fast, opportunities appear suddenly, and the pressure to act quickly can be immense. Whether you’re adopting new technology, launching a product, improving internal processes, or expanding into new markets — projects are how businesses grow and evolve. But here’s a truth many SMEs learn the hard way: Projects don’t fail because of execution — they fail because the planning wasn’t aligned with the bigger pic
Chris Muteham
Dec 8, 20254 min read


Mastering Project Management: Essential Tools and Tips for Success
Project management can make or break the success of any initiative. Whether you are leading a small team or managing a complex project with multiple stakeholders, having the right tools and strategies is crucial. This post explores practical tips and effective tools that help project managers stay organized, meet deadlines, and deliver quality results. Project management is more than just tracking tasks. It involves planning, communication, risk management, and adapting to ch
Chris Muteham
Dec 8, 20254 min read
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