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Red Flags in Contractors

PM Times

The contractor is generally the builder and can cause serious damage if not scouted for wisely. They are mandated to execute works and pay the largest share of the project sum. Adequate due diligence is very important since 70% of the work rests in their hands. Here are a few insights to be keen on: […] The post Red Flags in Contractors appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and Jobs.

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10 Best Construction Software for Mac (Free & Paid)

ProjectManager.com

Construction software is essential for general constructors to plan, manage and track projects. There are many options for construction project management software , but most run on PCs. If the construction company or any of its departments use Apple products, they’re out of luck. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of the best construction software for Mac.

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5 Scenarios where you should escalate a project issue

Rebel’s Guide to PM

No one likes escalating problems to their Project Board or sponsor. It kind of smacks of ‘I can’t deal with this myself and need help’ and most of the project managers I know would rather struggle on than ask for help in most situations. When they do ask, you know it’s a huge deal and definitely worthy of their sponsor getting involved. So what kind of situations is escalation appropriate for?

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The Increment is Not. The Increment is.

Scrum.org

The creation of an Increment is the purpose of Scrum. An Increment that represents a step forward the product goal and product vision. However, there are often misconceptions about what an Increment truly signifies and how it should be interpreted within the Scrum. These misunderstandings can lead to misaligned expectations. This article aims to clarify these misconceptions by exploring what an Increment is not and what it actually is, providing a clearer understanding to help teams effectively

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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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All Resources are Human Resources: The Hidden Human Factor in Project Resources

MPUG

In project management, we often focus on tangible resources and deliverables. However, behind every resource—whether it’s a warehouse, a data storage system, or a monthly delivery—there’s a network of human stakeholders. Understanding and engaging these stakeholders is crucial for project success, even when they’re not listed in your resource spreadsheet.

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Project cost management software: What to look for

Wrike

Project cost management software comes to the rescue when you’re struggling with challenges like: Projects going over budget because you don’t have clarity on project spend Teams not getting the resources they need Managers not having visibility on costs (and so missing opportunities to make efficiencies) But when organizations come to buy a project cost management tool, they often make the same mistake: they choose different software to handle specific tasks.

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How to Work with Task and Project Budget with GanttPRO: Manual Budget Entry & Currency

GanttPRO Project Management

For years, GanttPRO has offered powerful features for working with task costs. Their calculations were completely automatic. It meant that costs were based on preset resource values. We’ve updated this […] The post How to Work with Task and Project Budget with GanttPRO: Manual Budget Entry & Currency first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.

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Evidencia para reducir el riesgo con la curva de la verdad

Scrum.org

Evidencia para reducir el riesgo con la curva de la verdad Imaginen la situación donde un interesado le pide al Product Owner que se desarrollen un conjunto de funcionalidades que permita resolver el problema de la caída en ventas y perdida de mercado. ¿Se debería construir sin datos validados del cliente que validen cuales son realmente los problemas del cliente y que las posibles soluciones tienen posibilidades de resolver esos problemas?

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