Tue.Nov 12, 2024

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14 Free Software Development Templates for Excel, Word & More

ProjectManager.com

Software development lives in a digital world. Why would anyone want to use software development templates? But some software developers and their teams might not be ready to upgrade to project management software. If that’s the case, check out these free software development templates for Excel, Word and more. They’re just a sampling of all the free project management templates available to download on our site.

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Financial Aspects in Agile Product Management

Scrum.org

Product Managers and Product Owners frequently have to balance market needs, user experience, customer outcomes, and technical feasibility. However, the financial point of view in product development is equally important but often gets overlooked. People who own or manage a product are often not fully equipped to handle the financial aspects of product development.

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New! Story Point Planning

LiquidPlanner

Latest Release | Story Point Planning Latest Release | November 12, 2024 We are excited to introduce Story Points for planning and tracking work. Story points are enabled through Story Point Schemes, which map points to ranged estimates, capturing the complexity and uncertainty involved. When a story point is applied to a brand new task, an assignment row is created with an estimate, and work schedules are created as soon as a team member is assigned.

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How to Manage a Product Backlog in a Way That Maximises Value Delivery?

Scrum.org

Managing the Product Backlog is about understanding what’s most valuable to be worked on next, fostering transparency, and maintaining flexibility to adapt to changes. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. Managing a Product Backlog is about steering the product development investments to maximise value creation and delivery.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Filter, sort, and group using custom fields

Resource Guru

We can’t tell you the best way to plan your work. But we can give you flexible ways to see what’s scheduled and organize your team in whatever ways help you stay focused and efficient. We already expanded Custom Fields to bookings , projects and clients. Now you can leverage them to customize your account even further with new filters in Reports and advanced filtering, sorting, and grouping options in the Schedule.

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Best Project Management Software for Large Teams & Projects

Celoxis

Celoxis: The ultimate project management software for large teams, offering real-time tracking, resource management, automation, and risk management.

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ISO 27001 Templates for Information Security Policies

Alan Parker Blog

If you’re on the path to ISO 27001 certification, one thing becomes clear early on: the need for robust, well-crafted information security policies. These policies are the backbone of an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS), providing structure, consistency, and direction to your organisation's security efforts. Without foundational policies, ensuring that information security is managed effectively and consistently across the board becomes nearly impossible.

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Leadership and Team Dynamics

The Lazy Project Manager

The article explores the interplay between leadership and team dynamics, emphasizing the critical role of effective leadership in cultivating a productive and motivated team environment. It discusses how leaders can foster trust, enhance communication, and encourage collaboration, ultimately leading to improved team performance and resilience. The article also highlights strategies for leaders to adapt their styles to different team needs, address challenges, and create a supportive culture that

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Best Project Management Software for Large Teams & Projects

Celoxis

Celoxis: The ultimate project management software for large teams, offering real-time tracking, resource management, automation, and risk management.

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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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ISO 42001 AI Management Systems

Musings on Project Management

Late in 2023 ISO published ISO 42001-2023 "Information technology Artificial intelligence Management System"To quote ISO:ISO/IEC 42001 is an international standard that specifies requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) within organizations.

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Can the Tasks of the Sprint Backlog Be Modified Mid-Sprint?

Scrum.org

I hear this question often. The answer: "Yes, …IF…" That's a big *IF* — Let's explore the issue. 00:20 Yes, tasks can be modified throughout the Sprint. *IF.* 00:45 Scenario 1 01:20 Sprint Planning 01:45 Decompose the Sprint Goal into Tasks 02:24 Mid-Sprint Adaptation of the Sprint Backlog 03:11 Discontinuous Improvement 03:38 Scenario 2: An Analogy 03:46 Product Vision 04:40 Product Goal 05:30 Sprint Goal 06:06 Product Backlog Items Selection 06:46 Sprint Backlog Tasks 07:12 The Original Questi

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What to Do When Scrum Collides with the Reality of Your Organization

Leading Agile

In this video, we dive into the realities of Scrum in large, interconnected organizations and explore why traditional Scrum practices may not be enough to handle complex dependencies and cross-team coordination. Drawing from years of experience and conversations with industry pioneers, we discuss how proactive orchestration—beyond the typical Scrum framework—can help maintain velocity, produce meaningful outcomes, and ensure sustainable, value-driven progress.

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Common Challenges in Implementing ISO 27001 and How to Overcome Them

Alan Parker Blog

You don't have to read much to recognise that data breaches and cyber threats are increasingly prevalent. Implementing robust information security measures is not just a regulatory requirement but a business imperative. ISO 27001, the international standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), provides a comprehensive framework for organisations to manage their information security risks effectively.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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ISO 27001 Audit & Certification Process Explained

Alan Parker Blog

Achieving ISO 27001 certification is a structured and rigorous process demonstrating an organisation's commitment to information security and best practices in data management. Certification involves several key steps, particularly emphasising the auditing process and selecting the right auditor, which is crucial for establishing, maintaining, and continually improving an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS).

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Why ISO 27001 Isn't Just for Big Businesses

Alan Parker Blog

Many small businesses overlook implementing an information security standard like ISO 27001 because they think it's reserved for larger enterprises with sprawling IT teams and huge budgets. But this common belief couldn't be further from the truth. ISO 27001 is for any organisation that handles sensitive data, regardless of size. It can be particularly beneficial for small businesses that want to secure their operations, enhance trust, and stay competitive in an increasingly security-f