The IIL Blog

JANUARY 31, 2024

By Ed Lively, PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, MCITP | IIL Senior Consultant and Trainer About the PMP® Certification The Project Management Professional ( PMP ) ® certification is the most recognized and important industry certification for project managers. It doesn’t matter what organization you are currently employed with, PMPs can be found to be leading projects in virtually every industry and every country worldwide.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 31, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of product development, one of the most taxing challenges I've faced is deciding whether to pivot, persevere, or abandon a project. The complexity of this decision-making process is often underestimated, yet it's crucial for the success of any initiative. ? In my experience, these decisions usually come to a head during or soon after a sprint review.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 31, 2024

Coming up with long-term goals for a business or organization is just the beginning of a five-year project. Making sure your daily operations are working towards achieving those strategic goals and that they’re clearly communicated throughout the business or organization greatly improves by using a balanced scorecard. If you’re not familiar with a balanced scorecard, we’ll define the term and show the four perspectives it tracks as well as explain what should be included in a balanced scorecard.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

Everyone wants their projects to be “quality” but I often get asked about how to manage project quality in real life. What does it mean to “do” project quality? You probably already know that you need a quality management plan , and that management, assurance and control are the pillars of doing it right. But in practice, to me that looks like a lot of project documentation, and not a lot of actual doing, so let’s talk about 12 simple ways that you can manage project quality , without it being l

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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

JANUARY 31, 2024

Product Backlog refinement is the act of breaking down work. Further defining Product Backlog Items into smaller and more clear items can improve the Team's focus, flow of work, and the Product Backlog ordering. Product Backlog refinement can streamline product development, ensuring better alignment with customer needs. It enhances team focus, prioritisation, and ongoing improvement, directly linking efforts to business goals and customer value.As a vital step in product development, it involves

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 31, 2024

In Kürze: Agile Gesetze & verteilte Teams Bei vielen Gelegenheiten hat die Arbeit mit agilen Teams die bestehenden organisatorischen, technischen und kulturellen Herausforderungen in vielen Organisationen verschärft. Der erfolgreiche Beginn von Veränderungen erfordert immer die Akzeptanz, dass es ein Problem gibt, das Aufmerksamkeit erfordert. Der folgende Artikel befasst sich mit typischen Hindernisse, die dem Erreichen von Agilität entgegenstehen, indem er mehrere agile Gesetze, die für alle a

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Green Project Management

JANUARY 31, 2024

Ethical leadership as it relates to sustainability is not just a trend but a fundamental shift in how organizations are directed and managed. It demands a leadership style that is not only grounded in traditional business acumen but is also deeply rooted in integrity, honesty, and a commitment to ethical practices. This approach involves making […] The post Ethical Leadership is Core for Sustainable Business appeared first on Insights into Sustainability and Project Management.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 31, 2024

The Scrum.org Professional Scrum with User Experience I (PSU I) assessment is a 60-minute timeboxed assessment. You need to score over 85% to pass and gain the PSU I certification. The assessment contains 60 questions in English of multiple choice type. You decide when and where to take the assessment. You are not required to attend an assessment centre and can take it online from a location of your choosing.

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Planview

JANUARY 31, 2024

Organizations put a lot of effort into devising robust strategies and plans to achieve their targeted business outcomes. Yet, the pivotal challenge lies in bridging the divide between strategic intent and actual delivery. The disconnectedness between strategy and delivery isn’t due to a scarcity of innovative ideas or thorough planning. Instead, it stems from the lack of efficiency and effectiveness in implementing and executing these strategies.

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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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Velociteach

JANUARY 31, 2024

Embarking on the path to becoming a certified project manager and receiving your PMP Certification is an exhilarating venture, offering professional growth and a dynamic expansion to your project management career path. In today’s fast-paced corporate environment, completing projects efficiently is crucial. Achieving a Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certification is akin to acquiring a master key.

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PM Times

JANUARY 31, 2024

How to be a front-runner in the race for talent The talent crisis is real. Projects are at risk. It’s time to make talent a strategic priority. As a result of economic growth and increasing projectization, the demand for project managers is expected to soar in the coming decade. At the same time, the […] The post Narrowing the Talent Gap appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and Jobs.

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Velociteach

JANUARY 31, 2024

Embarking on the path to becoming a certified project manager is an exhilarating venture, offering professional growth and a dynamic expansion to your project management career path. In today’s fast-paced corporate environment, completing projects efficiently is crucial. Achieving a Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certification is akin to acquiring a master key.

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Productivity Land

JANUARY 31, 2024

A 2021 study showed that the average credit score in the United States increased to 714, four points higher than the previous year. This average has steadily increased and may increase more in the coming years. This data suggests that while people are willing to take out loans, they’re also more likely to repay on time. However, just because the average credit score consistently improves doesn’t mean everyone can sustain them.

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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

The IIL Blog

JANUARY 31, 2024

By Lisa Whited A recent exchange with Molly, an IT manager at a global financial services firm, is typical of many I have in workplaces. “I am concerned about rising sea levels and climate change. But I am one person. What can I do to make a meaningful difference?” Reading the headlines about flooding, experiencing hotter summers, and witnessing extreme weather events can cause us alarm or, the opposite – make us want to bury our heads in the sand.

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Henny Portman

JANUARY 31, 2024

The AI Revolution in Project Management by Vijay Kanabar and Jason Wong provide prompts to assist you in the following project manager related tasks: stakeholder management, building and managing teams, choosing a development approach, planning for predictive project, adaptive projects, monitoring project work performance, risk management, and finalizing projects.

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The IIL Blog

JANUARY 31, 2024

By Hassan Osman For leaders at the forefront of AI integration, understanding the impact and potential of generative AI (gen AI) is not just helpful but essential for driving business growth and maintaining a competitive edge. This game-changing technology not only streamlines operations but also opens doors to unprecedented creative and strategic possibilities.

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Leankor

JANUARY 31, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of work and project management, the infusion of artificial intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force, reshaping traditional methodologies and paving the way for unprecedented efficiency and innovation. With new and innovative AI-powered technologies continuing to enter the space, many questions have emerged. This article answers frequently asked questions and sheds light on how enterprise organizations can leverage AI for advanced project intelligence and

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Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali

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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Scrum.org

JANUARY 31, 2024

Was am 09. August 2007 passiert ist, hatte niemand vorhergesehen: Dank immer ausgefeilterer Finanzmodelle entwickelte sich ein Gefühl der Unfehlbarkeit. Investmentbanker gingen davon aus, in einer zwar risikoreichen, aber berechenbaren Welt zu leben. Umso größer war die Überraschung, als das Finanzsystem kollabierte und der Bankenriese Lehman Brothers bankrottging.

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Sitetracker

JANUARY 31, 2024

Commercial-vehicle EV production lags while EV technology is progressing faster than anyone can keep up with. And, yes, they must build out their charging infrastructure. Software can help with all this, but first, fleet owners must plan wisely. The post Ready or not, fleets are going electric. Here’s what leaders need to be considering appeared first on Sitetracker.

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Online PM Courses

JANUARY 31, 2024

Effective Project Management has three components. The third component is the attitudes we bring to our professional work. The post Project Management Attitudes 101 – The 10 Ways a Great Project Manager Thinks appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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Musings on Project Management

JANUARY 31, 2024

You shall.I will.You or I may.Heard these phrases before?What to make of them?Actually, if you're sitting in the PMO reading a contract or other legal document handed to you by your contract's administrator, or you're on the other side helping to write an RFP , then these words are important."Shall" should be understood to be directive without discretion to act otherwise.

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Teamweek

JANUARY 31, 2024

In a fast-paced world, creative businesses are successful businesses. However, simply adding MBAs to your payroll won’t deliver innovation. Creativity emerges from diverse company cultures that harness as many viewpoints as possible. According to McKinsey, the top quartile of diverse companies outperform competitors by 33%. Evidence also suggests that inclusive strategies result in better decision-making 87% of the time.

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