ProjectManager.com

APRIL 7, 2020

An agile workflow can help. For a long time the agile framework influenced teams outside of the software development sector from which it originated. People are evangelical about agile. There are those who are almost rigid in their adherence to the agile framework. What Is an Agile Workflow? Assemble an Agile Team.

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Green Project Management

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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. It is the misuse of the word sustainability.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 7, 2022

Agile principles are the foundations of agile. Agile is a project management methodology that allows development teams to set up a dynamic work management framework. This method is based on 12 guiding principles, known as agile principles. What Are the 12 Agile Principles? Agile Core Values.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 19, 2024

Kanban boards are visual workflow tools used to manage tasks, help avoid bottlenecks and are ideal for agile teams who want to manage their backlog and plan sprints—all of which won’t work on Microsoft Lists. It integrates with To Do and Tasks in Teams and as stated earlier works well in an agile environment.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 20, 2021

While agile is relatively new, it has made a big splash in the work of project management. It started in software development, but has since been adopted by other industries that have seen the benefit of agile’s iterative approach. Agile is more of an approach, and could almost be defined as a philosophy.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Agile release planning, also known as scrum release planning, is an alternative to the traditional waterfall approach. From this grew the Agile methodology, and with it agile release planning (also known as scrum release planning). How does that fit into an agile project? What Is an Agile Release Plan?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Did you know, one survey found that the most common reason to adopt agile is to be able to deliver products more quickly? Yet the same survey found that 75% of people did not believe their organisation had a culture that supported agile ways of working. Discovering the recipe for team agility. This matches my experience.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

OpenProject is open-source project management software designed to be used in traditional project management methodologies, but also in an agile environment or hybrid methodology. Let’s look critically at OpenProject, its uses, features and pricing to help users decide if it’s right for them. What Is OpenProject?

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 31, 2024

Both software products are designed for agile project management, though not exclusively. Still, they have features that agile teams use, whether for large or small projects. It focuses on kanban boards and list making, which makes it an ideal tool for agile teams and kanban workflows. Trello vs. Jira, may the best software win.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Theres also software that works best with traditional methodologies, such as waterfall, including Microsoft Project and Gantt chart software, and those focused on working in an agile environment, such as Trello and Jira, that work in a more iterative manner with kanban boards. Get started with ProjectManager today for free.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 5, 2024

Change requires a more agile approach, something that can monitor in real time and track progress to ensure that those changes are implemented or mitigated. We publish weekly blogs, ebooks, guides, tutorial videos and free templates. Templates are static documents that must be manually updated and are not conducive to collaboration.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Exploring Why Agile Isn't Dead - It's Misunderstood While listening to Jimmy Carr on The Diary of a CEO , his quote, “ People crave the success, not the journey ,” really struck a chord with me. This perspective sheds light on a common issue I've observed: why Agile fails in organisations.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Exploring Why Agile Isn't Dead - It's Misunderstood While listening to Jimmy Carr on The Diary of a CEO , his quote, “ People crave the success, not the journey ,” really struck a chord with me. This perspective sheds light on a common issue I've observed: why Agile fails in organisations.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In agile environments , where speed and flexibility are key, templates can help teams spin up user stories or feature branches, aligning with the fast-paced nature of agile methodologies. This free agile sprint plan template incorporates the entire scrum team to motivate and challenge them to drive success.

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MPUG

JULY 12, 2024

From time to time, articles keep emerging on our feed that Agile teams are failing. A popular article by Deloitte, “ How fragile is your Agile , ” covers the six common pitfalls teams face when using Agile for project management. are using Agile as of 2022 with a success rate of 64%. You cannot apply Agile here.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Agile leadership , for instance, requires more than simply following practices -it demands the right mindset and ensuring you have the right people "on the bus," as Jim Collins suggests in Good to Great. Agile thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and its core principles and values.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In agile methodology , they are typically written as part of user stories in collaboration with product owners, developers and quality assurance (QA) teams. Agile development teams often define acceptance criteria as part of user stories, ensuring clarity before development begins.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 23, 2024

For example, if you are going to use Agile methods , make sure everyone is aware of that. If they haven't worked with Agile before, you might need to do some follow-up sessions to help them understand what it means to work in an Agile team. Don't assume that because you are a project manager you know what to ask!

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Scrum.org

JULY 14, 2024

This blog aims to clarify these misconceptions by exploring what the Sprint Backlog is not and what it truly is, providing clarity and enhancing its effective use in Scrum. Embrace the dynamic nature of the Sprint Backlog and witness the transformative impact it can have on your Agile journey. The Sprint Backlog is Not static.

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Scrum.org

JULY 2, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of project management, Scrum has emerged as one of the most popular frameworks for Agile development. This blog aims to dispel common myths and clarify what Scrum is not and what it actually is, helping you to understand and implement this powerful framework better.

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NimbleWork

JANUARY 2, 2025

Agile is more than a methodologyits a mindset that has revolutionized how organizations deliver value, adapt to change, and foster collaboration. From Software development to enterprise-level transformations, Agile has become the cornerstone of modern work, empowering teams to be flexible, iterative, and customer-focused.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 6, 2025

Cross-functional agile teams are common. If a cross-functional team mixes specialists from different fields, agile teams take this a step further. Also, agile demands self-organizing teams, which dovetails nicely into the way a cross-functional team works. More on that later.

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The IIL Blog

AUGUST 14, 2024

By Steven Briggs While it’s commonly believed that Agile environments don’t need resource planning, this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Since Agile methodologies encourage adaptability, flexibility, and collaboration, they only create an efficient system for achieving the company’s goals. So, let’s get started.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 8, 2024

By continuously adapting these practices, they can maintain Scrum’s effectiveness and responsiveness to change, ensuring that their teams remain agile and productive. Exploring this project management aspect within Scrum reveals a complex relationship between project management skills and agile practices which we only just touched upon.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 1, 2024

Exploring this project management aspect within Scrum reveals a complex relationship between project management skills and agile practices which we only just touched upon. Don't want to miss any of these blog posts? I hope you find value in these short articles and if you are looking for more clarifications, feel free to take contact.

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Scrum.org

JULY 25, 2024

Exploring this project management aspect within Scrum reveals a complex relationship between project management skills and agile practices which we only just touched upon. Don't want to miss any of these blog posts? I hope you find value in these short articles and if you are looking for more clarifications, feel free to take contact.

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Scrum.org

JULY 18, 2024

Exploring this project management aspect within Scrum reveals a complex relationship between project management skills and agile practices which we only just touched upon. Don't want to miss any of these blog posts? I hope you find value in these short articles and if you are looking for more clarifications, feel free to take contact.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Some methodologies include balanced scorecard (BSC) , Six Sigma, total quality management (TQM), Kaizen, agile, business process reengineering (BPR), root cause analysis (RCA), value stream mapping (VSM), value chain analysis, and theory of constraints (TOC), to name a few. We’ll learn more about some specific methodologies below.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 20, 2024

For those who are running projects, big and small, regardless of whether they’re traditional waterfall or done in an agile environment, ProjectManager is the choice of project managers and their teams across industries as diverse as construction, manufacturing, IT, professional services and many others.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 4, 2024

TL; DR: How to Deal with the Agile Job Crisis While the current Agile job crisis is apparent, there is also hope for practitioners willing to refine their skills, share knowledge, and network with peers. You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 42,000-plus subscribers. ?

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 24, 2024

This approach lends itself to all project management methodologies, from a traditional waterfall approach, agile environment or hybrid. Organizational project management (OPM) is used by organizations to better execute their strategies by aligning the project, program and portfolio management practices with the organization’s objectives.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 2, 2024

Empezar una carrera en Agile puede ser una excelente decisión en el entorno actual, donde la flexibilidad y la adaptabilidad son claves para el éxito de cualquier iniciativa, servicio o producto. Si estás considerando iniciar tu carrera en Agile hoy mismo, aquí te dejo algunos pasos y consejos prácticos para comenzar tu viaje.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 24, 2024

But, in terms of for example process and role complexity, Scrum weighs much less compared to most “agile” methodologies. Don't want to miss any of these blog posts? From Cambridge Dictionary: Lightweight “Weighing only a little or less than average” … euh… Scrum is lightweight. Wishing you an inspiring read and a wonderful journey.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Our award-winning project and portfolio management software is flexible enough to work in a traditional waterfall methodology or agile environment, whether managing one project, a program or a portfolio of projects. There are multiple project views, from Gantt charts, roadmaps and kanban boards to task lists, sheet and calendar views.

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Scrum.org

MAY 16, 2024

Business agility is similar to the agility we observe at the team level, but it extends across the entire company. Companies want business agility to outperform their competitors. This blog describes how Business Agility can be achieved with Product Management by moving up on the Org Topologies™ map.

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Scrum.org

JULY 30, 2024

Can I put all that stuff from my experiences in one blog post, nope. One of the values from manifesto for agile software development is customer collaboration over contract negotiation. Well, the answer is Yes. Is it easy, definitely No. It requires a lot of learning, patience and perseverance to become an awesome Product Owner.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 19, 2024

Kanban and scrum are agile project management methodologies that can be used for similar purposes, but each has its unique pros and cons. While scrum has been scaled to apply to bigger projects and organizations, its roots are in agile software development and has come to work seamlessly in that smaller, nimble environment.

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