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Sprint Retrospective - Dysfunctions and How to overcome them

Scrum.org

Sprint Retrospective - The event to tap into your improvements. Sprint Retrospective is the concluding event on the Sprint, timeboxed for 3 hours or less for 1 month Sprint. This is an Inspect-Adapt opportunity for the Scrum Team to figure out how they could become more effective in the upcoming sprint. It begins by exploring the current sprint, its outcome, the way team members interacted, the processes-the tools used and all the interconnections between them.

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Growth OKRs: How to Scale Your Business with Measurable Goals?

NimbleWork

“The key to success is focusing on goals, not obstacles.” – This quote encapsulates the essence of Growth OKRs, a framework that empowers organizations to set clear objectives and align efforts towards achieving them. In the words of John Doerr, a pioneer of the OKR framework, “Ideas are easy. Execution is everything. It takes a team to win.” Scaling a company and achieving business growth is no small featit requires a structured yet flexible approach to goal-settin

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Risk! Safety & Security in Project Delivery – with Prof Andrew Sherry

Online PM Courses

I discuss the importance of safety management and a safety culture with international expert, Professor Andrew Sherry. The post Risk! Safety & Security in Project Delivery – with Prof Andrew Sherry appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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Video Production Project Management: A Complete Guide to Streamlined Success

NimbleWork

Video production projects encompass a series of intricate processes, from conceptualization to final delivery. These projects demand meticulous planning, coordination, and execution across multiple stages, including pre-production, production, and post-production. Effective project management is indispensable in aligning creative goals with logistical realities, ensuring high-quality results, timely delivery, and adherence to budgets.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Project Management Tracker vs. Excel: Which One Works Best? 

Celoxis

Project Management Tracker vs. Excel: Which is the best tool for your projects? Compare features, pricing & scalability & choose the right solution.

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Process Flow Management Basics (with Examples and Template)

ProjectManager.com

Processes benefit businesses, enterprises and the field of project management, and one of the most important aspects of a successful process is seeing the process flow drawn out. A process flow diagram is a great tool to outline and clarify that process to everyone involved. But what is a process flow? Well explain, including the process flow diagram symbols and different types.

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Meine Top-3-Workshop-Energizer: So stehen auch deine Teilnehmer garantiert vom Stuhl auf

Scrum.org

Bei Energizern bin ich geteilter Meinung. Einerseits ist Bewegung die Grundlage frs Lernen. Bewegung sorgt fr mehr Sauerstoff im Gehirn und das frdert das Lernen. Andererseits opfere ich ungern wertvolle Lernzeit fr reine Bewegung in Schulungen. Deshalb nutze ich Energizer nur sehr sparsam im Training und wenn, dann nur solche, die auch zum Lernerfolg beitragen und nicht nur Bldsinn sind.

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Earned Work: Measuring Project Performance

The IIL Blog

By Alan Zucker January 29, 2025 Earned Work Management is a lightweight, approach-agnostic project performance measurement system that supports Waterfall, Scrum, and Kanban. This allows organizations employing different project approaches to measure project portfolio performance consistently. Earned Work (EWM) measures project performance by analyzing Planned Work (PW) and completed or Earned Work (EW).

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12 Steps to Minimise the Risk of Personal Data Breaches

Alan Parker Blog

Protecting personal data is crucial for any organisation. A personal data breach can be costly, both financially and reputationally, and addressing it can divert significant resources. While it may not be possible to prevent every breach, implementing these 12 steps will significantly reduce the risks. 1. Secure Data Storage Ensure that personal data is stored securely, preventing unauthorised access or alteration.

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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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The Evolving Role of Digital Risk & Resilience Leadership

The IIL Blog

Rick Lemieux Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of the DVMS Institute January 29, 2025 In todays digitally dependent enterprise environment, managing digital risk and fostering organizational resilience are critical imperatives. The question of who should lead this effort is both strategic and operational, requiring a blend of technical acumen, leadership capability, and a deep understanding of business dynamics.

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AI, Pricing, and the Product Manager’s Role: Lessons from Promi’s Co-Founder

ProductSide

Why Pricing Is a Game-Changer for Product Managers Pricing is one of the most pivotal decisions product managers can influence. When done right, it unlocks profitability, enhances customer satisfaction, and fosters long-term growth. Done wrong? Its a missed opportunity. In the latest episode of Productside Stories, Rina Alexin, CEO of Productside, interviewed Peter Moot, co-founder.

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Fast-track your planning with project teams

Resource Guru

Teams are the lifeblood of successful projects, but their ability to do great work hinges on how theyre organized. Effective project managers need flexible ways to plan projects ahead of time, and prioritize tasks for the people working on themeven as the project evolves. Thats why weve created project teams. A flexible, fast approach to team management Its a given, but when you have all the relevant info to hand, projects become significantly easier to plan.

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The Principles of GDPR

Alan Parker Blog

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) stands as a cornerstone in the evolution of data protection laws, aiming to empower individuals and harmonise data privacy laws across Europe. Central to its framework are seven core principles, outlined in Article 5 of the GDPR. The principles serve as the foundation for the lawful, fair, and secure processing of personal data.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Servant Leadership: Can We Lead and Serve at The Same Time?

The IIL Blog

By Jorgelina Bross-Puglisi January 29, 2025 In his essay, The Servant as a Leader, Robert K. Greenleaf said: The servant-leader is servant first It begins with the natural feeling that one wants to serve, to serve first. Then conscious choice brings one to aspire to lead. That person is sharply different from one who is leader first. Promoting servant leadership can lead to improved outcomes for the organization and its stakeholders, as we can see from major companies such as The Container Store

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The Right to Be Informed: A Key Transparency Requirement under GDPR

Alan Parker Blog

The right to be informed is a fundamental principle of transparency enshrined in GDPR. This right ensures that individuals are fully aware of how their personal data is collected, processed, stored, and shared. By meeting these requirements, organisations can foster trust, demonstrate accountability, and avoid regulatory pitfalls. Below is a detailed exploration of the right to be informed and its practical implications.

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When is Sharing Data Unlawful Under GDPR and DPA?

Alan Parker Blog

Sharing personal data is a cornerstone of many business operations. It enables organisations to collaborate more effectively, improve customer experiences, and promote public safety. However, knowing when data sharing is lawful and when it crosses into unlawful territory is crucial. Non-compliance with data protection laws can lead to penalties, reputational damage, and loss of trust.

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Understanding Controllers vs. Processors Under GDPR

Alan Parker Blog

Navigating the complexities of GDPR compliance starts with grasping the difference between controllers and processors. These roles are essential for ensuring accountability and data protection within any organisation. The distinction boils down to one key question: Who determines the purpose and means of processing personal data? Answering this question defines the roles, responsibilities, and compliance requirements under GDPR.

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The Constructors Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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What is Personal Data under GDPR?

Alan Parker Blog

What Is Personal Data? Under the GDPR, personal data is any information connected to a living individual who can be identifiedeither directly or indirectlyusing identifiers such as names, ID numbers, online identifiers, or attributes related to their physical, cultural, or social identity. Simply put, if you can determine who someone is based on the information you have, it qualifies as personal data.

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Individual Rights Under GDPR

Alan Parker Blog

The EU and UK GDPR grant individuals a robust set of rights over their personal data. These rights are designed to enhance transparency, empower individuals, and ensure strong protection of personal information. By understanding these rights, individuals can take control of their data while organisations build trust and ensure compliance. Below is an expanded guide to these rights and their significance. 1.

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Exploring UK Data Protection and Online Privacy Laws

Alan Parker Blog

In the UK, Data protection and online privacy are governed by three main pieces of legislation: UK GDPR , Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018) Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR). Each plays a unique role while working harmoniously to create a comprehensive legal framework for UK data protection. This article explores these laws, their relationship to one another, and their EU counterparts.

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