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Fallacies in Project Selection

The IIL Blog

By Ko Ito Jogging is my hobby and I have participated in over 80 marathons. When I first started, I lost weight and improved my record at every competition and was highly motivated. But soon I could not break my own record, and now I just keep running for my health. The same goes for the stages of development in society. In immature times like postwar Japan, all efforts at improvement were rewarding because results were immediately seen.

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Trello vs. Jira: In-Depth Software Comparison

ProjectManager.com

There are many project management software products on the market and it can be difficult to decide which is the best choice. Two of the more popular solutions are Trello and Jira. Both are project management software tools with similar features. The best way to determine which is a good fit for an organization is to pit the two against one another, which is what we’ll do.

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Get Unstuck: A Framework to Find Actionable Steps

Scrum.org

We've all been there: staring down a challenging situation with seemingly no way forward. Stuck between a great idea and the frustrating "I can't because." paralysis. This blog post offers a powerful approach to break free and take action. Control: Do What You Can Do It’s easy to constantly be thinking about what we can’t control, but this leads us to take the “inaction escape route.

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We are Not Alone: The Intersection of Project Management and Content Strategy

The IIL Blog

By Debra Khan Practitioners of content strategy do not have to go it alone when developing a strategy for a content project. Whether we are leading a digital transformation of existing content or the launch of a new website, we can learn much from our project management colleagues. In this publication nearly eight years ago, Scott Abel defined the role of a content strategist as “concerned with the actions, resources, costs, opportunities, threats, and timetables associated with producing conten

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

Speaker: Jay Allardyce

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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Strategisches Denken: 3 Einsichten, wie du als Product Owner der „Günstiger“-Falle entfliehst

Scrum.org

Braucht es eine Strategie für ein Produkt? So seltsam es klingen mag: Eigentlich braucht es keine Strategie. Du kannst mit deinem Produkt einfach in den Markt eintreten und mit den Wettbewerbern konkurrieren. Hierbei gibt es nur ein Problem: Ich erkläre es dir an einem Beispiel: In Regensburg – meiner Heimatstadt – gibt es mindestens zehn verschiedene Restaurants, in denen du einen Burger essen kannst.

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The 'Right' Amount of Information

Scrum.org

I am often asked, what’s the right amount of information for an item in the Product Backlog. First, there is no “right” amount of information. And second, less is more. There is no "right" there is only "right for us" First, only the Scrum Team can say how much documentation is necessary for their unique environment. Some Scrum Teams use physical sticky notes to document their Product Backlog items.

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Leveraging Legacy Power BI Templates for New Microsoft Planner Premium Plans (Project for the web)

MPUG

By Kenneth Steiness, Raphael Santos, and Nate Auchter DOWNLOAD: Power BI Template – Project for the web With Microsoft Project for the web being ‘rolled into the new Planner’ as premium plans, you get some great new features like ‘My Work’ and ‘Copilot’ for AI to mention just a few. And, for reporting, you can dust off the free Power BI template (originally built for Project for the web) to report on the premium plans in the new Planner to get a view of your portfolio of projects and resources.

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The Art of Delegation

PM Times

Delegation in the construction industry is the practice of authorizing a team player to carry out a particular task. This is a very important component of project management since it ensures smooth coordination. Unfortunately for our underregulated sector, it is taken for granted. Some professionals are in the game of assorting tasks for themselves, usually […] The post The Art of Delegation appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and Jobs.

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Project Manager Roles and Responsibilities [8 Key Roles]

ActiveCollab

> “A project manager is like a doctor who leads the trauma team and > decides the course of action for a patient - both at the same time. > Without the right kind of authority to efficiently handle all the > project management issues, development teams can easily get into > trouble.” - Scott Berkun, the author of “Making Things Happen” How did it all start?

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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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10 Basecamp Alternatives For All-Around Project Management Needs

GanttPRO Project Management

With its classic board layout, friendly design, and communication capabilities, Basecamp is undoubtedly a popular choice among different businesses. However, it lacks advanced project management functionality, enough flexibility, customization, and […] The post 10 Basecamp Alternatives For All-Around Project Management Needs first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.

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Project Management: 10-Year Retrospective

The IIL Blog

By Alan Zucker I authored my first project management article ten years ago. A mentor recommended I start writing to launch my transition from managing project organizations to teaching. Writing those early articles was challenging. Reducing complex ideas into writing is a skill requiring practice and discipline. I did not anticipate having so much to say.

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The CIA Triad of Information Security

Alan Parker Blog

Introduction Information security has become a critical concern for organisations worldwide. With state-sponsored threats, criminal enterprises and insider threats, protecting sensitive data from unauthorised access, alteration, or destruction is not just a legal obligation but also a fundamental business necessity. As soon as you enter the world of Information Security, you'll hear the term "CIA" It has nothing to do with US spies, but it refers to the confidentiality, integrity, a

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