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A Quick Guide to KPI Dashboards (Examples and Templates Included)

ProjectManager.com

Executing a plan, whether a project or a larger organizational strategy, is pointless without monitoring its progress and performance. Expecting everything to fall into place ignores inevitable risks and changes when abstract plans live in the real world. This is why managers use a KPI dashboard to stay on track. A KPI dashboard, which stands for key performance indicators, is a tool to measure various metrics.

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Integrating Resource Planning with Agile Methodologies

The IIL Blog

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. Agile resource planning involves correctly assigning and distributing individuals, teams, and their capabilities to ensure the smooth execution of projects and the successful delivery of expectations.

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Workflow visualization: benefits and steps to create one for success

Proofhub

To effectively manage a series of tasks in a project or business process, it is very important to understand how they are connected. Workflow visualization helps you visually illustrate those tasks to gain clarity of their relationships. The enhanced visualization also helps track the progress, identify bottlenecks early on, and make changes to complete a project on time and budget.

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Project Managers: The Unsung Heroes of Cybersecurity Risk Management

The IIL Blog

Rick Lemieux – Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of the DVMS InstituteBy Dr. Elissa Farrow In the intricate tapestry of modern organizations, where digital transformation is the driving force and data is the lifeblood, cybersecurity has emerged as a paramount concern. While the spotlight often illuminates the technical intricacies of firewalls, encryption, and threat detection, the role of project managers in safeguarding an organization’s digital assets is often overlooked.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

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PM for the Changemakers

PM Times

For changemakers to succeed, project managers and key stakeholders must recognize the need to go beyond the nuts and bolts of project management to address the need for strategic thinking, adaptability, and resilience to manage in a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment. That is the message of PMI 4.0. “a growth strategy to […] The post PM for the Changemakers appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and Jobs.

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The History of Gantt Charts: From Henry Gantt to Modern Project Management

GanttPRO Project Management

Modern projects can hardly be planned and controlled without a visual system containing tasks and dates. A Gantt chart is certainly one of the most reliable types of such systems. […] The post The History of Gantt Charts: From Henry Gantt to Modern Project Management first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.

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Why EQ Is a Must-Have Project Management Skill in the Age of AI

The Lazy Project Manager

Check out the conversation with Peter Taylor and Niels Juist [link] And the supporting article [link] Capterra is the #1 destination for organizations to find the right software and services, with 100,000+ solutions across 900 software types. We offer access to over 2 million verified reviews, in-depth product comparisons, and data-backed annual software ranking reports for over 350 types of software— helping organizations save time, increase productivity and accelerate their growth.

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Should You Get a PM Certification? How to Build a Business Case for Professional Certification

Online PM Courses

‘Should I get this or that Project Management certification?’ My answer is ‘it depends’. You need to create a business case. The post Should You Get a PM Certification? How to Build a Business Case for Professional Certification appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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Introducing Practical Scaled Agile Framework with CIPSA Certification

Management Yogi

I’m pleased to announce the availability of Practical Scaled Agile Framework. The upcoming Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) course is based on this framework. With CIPSA, you can scale to multiple teams and deliver complex products or solutions.It's the only framework and certification in the world, which informs how to scale with software tool(s).

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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros

Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

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How to Organize Tasks With a To-Do List?

ActiveCollab

Keeping work organized is essential for productivity and efficiency. A clear to-do list is crucial for staying on track, as it helps prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and reduce stress. By outlining what needs to be done and in what order, a to-do list provides structure and clarity, ensuring that important tasks are not overlooked. This simple yet powerful organizational method is key to maintaining focus and systematically achieving goals.

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Ein einfacher Workshop zum Nachmachen: Ergründe 6 Prinzipien, wie Menschen besser lernen

Scrum.org

Vor einigen Wochen war ich auf der Agile Lean Munich. Auf diesem Open Space habe ich eine Session darüber gehalten, wie Menschen besser lernen. Ich habe die Session als 45-minütigen interaktiven Workshop gestaltet. Mehrere Teilnehmer haben mich im Nachgang angesprochen. Sie wollten wissen, wie sie den Workshop auch in ihrem Unternehmen oder Team durchführen können.

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