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7 Best Project Management Accounting Software

ProjectManager.com

Looking for a specialized tool designed to integrate project management functionalities with financial and accounting capabilities? There are many project management accounting software on the market, but it can be difficult to decide which is best for one’s projects and organization. But it’s important to manage and track progress, resources and timelines.

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How to be Awesome at Getting Things Done

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Whether you’re planning an event or taking responsibility for getting tasks done, you’ll definitely have projects as part of your work – and you may even be leading some. In this introduction to managing projects training session, I will help you understand what a project is and how to balance the competing demands of time, cost and doing a good job in getting your work successfully over the line.

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Beyond Buzzwords: How We’re Missing the Point of Sustainability

Green Project Management

Beyond Buzzwords: How We’re Missing the Point of Sustainability I need to get something off my chest that has been bothering me. It is the misuse of the word sustainability. The word is at risk (it may be too late) of becoming yet another hollow buzzword, much like “agile” was in the early 2000s. The […] The post Beyond Buzzwords: How We’re Missing the Point of Sustainability appeared first on The GPM Blog.

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The Case for Flow Metrics

Scrum.org

Agile teams often struggle with how to size and forecast upcoming work. Flow metrics offer a simple, effective way to solve that problem without the headaches that come from traditional estimation methods. In fact, flow metrics can provide more accurate planning and forecasting than using points or hours—and they keep things agile, not bogged down in endless debates over estimates.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Key Considerations for Project Delivery Teams in 2025 Strategic Planning

The IIL Blog

By The PMO Squad October 30, 2024 Strategic planning is a pivotal moment for organizations, providing an opportunity to review, assess market conditions, and set a course for the coming year. It’s a time when leadership aligns on vision, goals, and key priorities. As strategic planning kicks off, it’s crucial for project delivery teams to come prepared with insights that will help shape the organization’s project delivery roadmap.

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Professional Services Industry Fundamentals

ProjectManager.com

Professional services apply to a wide range of industries. The professional services industry is large and to better understand it, we define the term and provide examples of professional services firms. Along the way, we explore the key challenges to the professional services industry and even link to a few free templates for professional services firms to help those in those industries.

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Project Management in Pharmaceutical Industry: Challenges and Opportunities

Epicflow Blog

The pharmaceutical industry is on the guard of people’s health and well-being. At the same time, it faces numerous complexities, challenges, and risks that can hamper the implementation of the main mission of the domain—making people healthier and saving lives. Read the article to learn the peculiarities of pharmaceutical project management, the key challenges these projects face, and how you can overcome them with a robust project management tool.

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Retrospektiven-Anleitung: So nutzt du Ecocycle-Planning, um Working-Agreements zu verbessern und den Zusammenhalt im Team zu stärken

Scrum.org

Jedes Scrum Team kennt sie. Aber nur wenige verbessern sie regelmäßig. Die Rede ist von Working-Agreements. Werden deine Wangen gerade wärmer und du klickst dich hastig durch Confluence? Dann ist dieser Artikel für dich. Natürlich bist du nicht allein. Ich könnte nicht darüber schreiben, wenn es mir nicht bereits genauso ergangen wäre wie dir. Du stimmst mir bestimmt zu, wenn ich sage, Working-Agreements helfen, den Arbeitsprozess im Team sichtbarer zu machen.

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What is a Good Estimate?

The IIL Blog

By Ko Ito November 6, 2024 In this article, I would like to consider what a good estimate is using the following three scenarios as examples. A task that could previously have been done in 3 days is estimated to take 5 days, and is completed in 5 days. Two members of the team estimated 8 and 12 days, respectively, but scheduled the task to take 10 days.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Case Study: Peab Grundläggning – Simplifying Scheduling in Construction

Ganttic

You’d be hard pressed to walk past a work site in Gothenburg and not see the name Peab. As a construction leader across Sweden and the Nordics, it’s not surprising that so many new development projects bear the company’s logo. In fact, when some of the Ganttic team paid the Peab Grundläggning office a visit this past October, we were greeted with their signs as soon as we stepped off the train.

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8 Best Project Management Software for Architects

ProjectManager.com

Architects are one of the large group of professionals who are part of the construction project management process. Like the general contractor, engineer or field crew, their work is made more efficient by the use of project management software. But is there project management software for architects? Yes, there are many, which makes it hard to choose.

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Why Businesses Should Invest in Test Automation Tools in 2024

Binfire

Businesses are under immense pressure to quickly deliver high-quality software. This urgency has fundamentally transformed quality assurance and testing approaches , driving a significant shift toward automation. As companies strive to meet tight deadlines without compromising on software quality, the reliance on test automation tools is becoming more critical than ever, reshaping industry standards and expectations.

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What Makes a Great Sprint Review?

Scrum.org

The effectiveness of a Sprint Review can influence a product’s future direction and success. It also helps understand possible challenges and how to overcome them in future development. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. A Sprint Review is the scrum event that bridges the team and stakeholders.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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The Future of Risk Management – Will AI do All the Work for Us?

The IIL Blog

By Jorgelina Bross-Puglisi November 6, 2024 “Expect the worst, prepare for the best” Probably you already know this phrase, but written the other way around. However, when it comes to AI impacting our work, we tend to expect the worst. Let’s explore the future of risk management in the age of AI. Risk management, a field traditionally rooted in human judgment, expertise, and data analysis, is undergoing a profound transformation.

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The Transformation Leaders Body of Knowledge Interview with Tony Lockwood

Online PM Courses

What are Business Transformation & Transformation Leadership? Tony Lockwood, author of The Transformation Leaders Body of Knowledge tells us. The post The Transformation Leaders Body of Knowledge Interview with Tony Lockwood appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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ActiveCollab 8.0: Virtual Users and User History

ActiveCollab

Hello everyone, Welcome to the latest ActiveCollab updates! In September [[link] we showed you the improvements made to the assignments dashboard, estimates, user profile, teams, and trash. This time, we’ll show you User History and a brand new feature Virtual Users. ACTIVECOLLAB 8: USER HISTORY User History allows Owners to check the changes made to a user profile.

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For-Purpose Organizations: Redefining Business with a Conscience

Green Project Management

The Rise of For-Purpose Organizations: A Reality Check for Businesses We’ve all heard it before: “Business as usual” doesn’t cut it anymore. Consumers today demand more than profit-focused companies—they want businesses with values that align with their own. Enter the For-Purpose Organization: businesses that aren’t just profit-driven, but purpose-driven.

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Navigating Chaos in Project Management

This text offers practical guidance for project managers navigating diverse frameworks. It covers topics like centralized reporting, standardized metrics, communication, training, risk management, and alignment reviews. By implementing these strategies, project managers can improve efficiency and achieve their project goals.

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Increasing the Agility of Biotech Companies by Tuning their Scrum

Scrum.org

“ I am looking for people who dare to dream, not for people that will explain what cannot be done. ” —Jack Knott, Former E-Pack Digital Printing CEO Not too long before the COVID-19 pandemic broke loose, early 2020, I got a phone call from the Vice President of R&D of a biochemical startup company. He explained that the purpose of the company was to develop (and spearhead the development of) the next generation fast-charging batteries for electric cars.

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Hot Topics at IIL’s 20th Anniversary International Project Management Day Online Conference

The IIL Blog

By Lori Milhaven November 6, 2024 Where it started: Inspired by Frank P. Saladis, a prominent project management expert, in 2004 International Project Management Day was created to honor the valuable contributions of project managers worldwide. This initiative was then brought to the global stage by IIL, influenced by Dr. Harold Kerzner’s insights.

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Best Wix Alternatives for 2025 and Why You Should Choose Them

UPQODE

In today’s digital era, establishing a compelling online presence is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. As we edge closer to 2025, the tools and platforms that help us build and maintain websites are evolving at an unprecedented pace. Wix has been a dominant force in the website builder market for years, celebrated for its intuitive drag-and-drop interface and a vast array of templates.

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Guru Gathering 2024: From Porto with… Port

Resource Guru

I spent a large part of my third week at Resource Guru sharing my take on the company strategy with its co-founders. And I’m just a content writer. How? With the help of our annual employee retreat—the Guru Gathering. What’s a Guru Gathering? The Resource Guru team is distributed far and wide. If you take the two teammates furthest from each other and calculate the distance between their desks, it’s roughly 1,900 miles.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Celoxis: Strategic Benefits of Project Management Software

Celoxis

Discover how Celoxis’ project management software optimizes portfolio planning, prioritization & risk management, fostering strategic alignment and efficiency.

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The Real Question We Should Be Asking About Agile Transformation

Scrum.org

The Real Question We Should Be Asking About Agile Transformation The Real Question We Should Be Asking About Agile TransformationFrom 2022 to 2024, Digital Transformation (DT) spending in Western markets is projected to reach a staggering $6.3 trillion (IDC Research). Yet, despite this massive investment, failure rates hover around 84%, with no signs of improvement, according to IDC research.

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Inside Stories Podcast Episode 10: Driving Agile Success – Mathieu Maggi on Leading Automotive Transformation and Innovation

The IIL Blog

With Guest Mathieu Maggi hosted by Dr. Leon Herszon: October 30, 2024 Join the “Inside Stories” podcast with Dr. Leon Herszon as he interviews Mathieu Maggi, a strategic program manager at a leading global automotive company. Mathieu shares his journey in managing complex projects and the company’s recent agile transformation. Discover how they overcame challenges, achieved faster time-to-market, and the critical role of mindset and stakeholder engagement in driving success.

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The benefits of hiring an introverted project manager

Project Accelerator News

As the saying goes “You should never judge a book by its cover” and when it comes to project management this is certainly true. It is important that the effectiveness of a professional is not judged because they have a more introverted personality where it is believed an extrovert would be able to do a job better. An introverted project manager also has unique skills that can benefit project outcomes.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.