Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 25, 2024

When you're the youngest person in the room, or in the minority in some way, or just new to your role and trying to make the best impression possible, sometimes it feels like you aren't being taken seriously at work. I often hear from people who worry about not being considered a serious player in the office. Young women seem to suffer the most – at least, I’m most aware of it affecting that group – but it seems to hit everyone at some point.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 25, 2024

A project management office (PMO) as a service (PMOaaS) is a way for companies to execute their enterprise strategy. PMO as a service or project management as a service seeks to do many things from increasing project managers’ capacity to streamlining processes through automation. To understand how it does this, first, we must understand PMO as a service (PMaaS) and explain when an organization needs to hire a PMO as a service.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 25, 2024

Velocity is a popular tool that many Scrum teams use to size and forecast work. But so many organizations equate "velocity" to team "performance", and that is not what it's for. First - what is velocity? Velocity is a metric that measures the amount of work a team completes during a single Sprint. Here's how. Scrum teams who are using velocity to plan their work will assign a point value to higher-ordered items in the Product Backlog.

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Management Yogi

JUNE 25, 2024

The Practical RMP with Primavera Risk Analysis course is used risk management practitioners around the world, including PhD candidates pursuing their doctorates. Professionals from construction, software, EPC (engineering, procurement and construction), space and other industries use this course.Currently, I received questions on its usage on in the oil and gas (O&G) industry.

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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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Scrum.org

JUNE 25, 2024

In the ever-changing tides of business, agility is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity. As a business agility enablement specialist, I’ve discovered that lessons in adaptability can come from the most unexpected places. Today, I want to share a personal story that perfectly illustrates the principles of continuous improvement and agility, straight from the unpredictable waves of the ocean.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 25, 2024

No mundo dinâmico do desenvolvimento de produtos, a descoberta contínua, termo criado por Teresa Torres , é essencial para garantir que os produtos atendam às necessidades dos usuários e ofereçam valor. Este artigo explora como integrar práticas de descoberta contínua na estrutura Scrum pode melhorar o desenvolvimento de produtos. A Importância da Descoberta Contínua A descoberta contínua é um processo contínuo onde as equipes se envolvem com os usuários para descobrir e validar suas necessidade

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Musings on Project Management

JUNE 25, 2024

Wow! Is this true? The ideal number of human workers in any business is zero. The purpose of companies is to make as much money as possible with the lowest possible expenses. So AI and other types of automation are not disruptions to a human-based Capitalism—instead, they’re revealing that today’s Capitalism is not fundamentally human in the first place.

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Leading Agile

JUNE 25, 2024

What is Modernization A modern IT system is one that uses minimal and predictable effort to maintain and operate. Whenever something is acquired or created, it is normal for maintenance activities to be required to keep it operating in the same capacity as the day it became an asset. Ideally, minimal effort is spent on this routine maintenance. Figure 1 illustrates the maintenance activities required to maintain an IT asset.

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International Institute for Learning

JUNE 25, 2024

The Human Element in Business Analytics By Curtis L. Evans Abstract This white paper explores how human-centered approaches in data analytics can lead to more effective decision-making and operational efficiency. In the rapidly evolving business world, analytics has become central to driving strategic decisions and operational efficiencies. Traditionally, business analytics has focused on data-driven approaches, leveraging vast amounts of information and state-of-the-art technology to guide deci

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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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Project Accelerator News

JUNE 25, 2024

eBookLaunch: Straight Talk on Project Management Explore the newest edition of Straight Talk on Project Management, Volume VII, is now available as an eBook! Each year, we compile the finest of our blog content into a comprehensive volume, providing you with a one-stop resource for all things Project Management. Our eBooks cover an array of topics within Project and Programme Management, reflecting our deep passion for the field.

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