ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
A program is a collection of projects that relate to one another, and are therefore managed together in order to achieve maximum efficiencies. The advantages of managing these similar projects make them stand better together than by themselves. However, that doesn’t mean they don’t programs don’t require the same laser focus on planning that individual projects require.
Project Risk Coach
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
Project managers spend a large part of each day communicating—facilitating meetings, emailing stakeholders, responding to texts, writing reports, and having one-on-one conversations. We are so busy, we rarely take the time to improve the effectiveness of our communication. How can we become a better project communicator? 1. Join Toastmasters Howard Hendricks said, “Practice doesn’t make perfect.
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Rebel’s Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
How are you doing with your Christmas shopping? If your Christmas project planning has gone a bit awry and you still have gifts to buy, here is my list of what to get the project managers in your life. Or you could suggest that people buy these things for you! There are so many cables on my desk at the moment. My skills at managing cables are non-existent.
The Digital Project Manager
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
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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?
Scrum.org
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
. Technology, globalization, the environment and society are more closely linked than ever before: Technological advances are driving globalization, changing our environment and influencing society which in turn calls for new solutions to these challenges. This cycle is happening at an increasing pace and is making our world ever more complex. The COVID-19 pandemic is just one current example of a change with complex global consequences.
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ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Projects create deliverables, which are simply the results of the project or the processes in the project. That means a deliverable can be something as big as the objective of the project itself or the reporting that is part of the larger project. Another way to put that is that there are inputs and outputs in any type of project. That being what you put into the project, such as data, resources, etc., and then what comes out, which are the deliverables.
Project Risk Coach
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
I see a common problem when reviewing project charters. The goals are activity-oriented, rather than results-oriented. And this can lead to misunderstandings about what the project team needs to achieve. Let's look at how to write results-oriented goals. How to Write Results-Oriented Goals When writing goals, consider the desired business results, not the actions or activities required to get the results.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
As 2020 comes to a close, I would like to take a moment and reflect on the year and thank everyone that has made a Girl’s Guide to Project Management a success this year. It is always one of my favorite parts of the year. A very special thank you goes to… Companies that let me review their software. These companies asked me to review their software this year: Office Timeline Unito App Bloo.io Saviom GanttPro Backlog Parabol.
The Digital Project Manager
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
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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.
Scrum.org
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) is a well-known practice for collaboration and teams use it to bridge the gap between product management and the software development team. It is also very popular among quality engineers to develop test automation frameworks. BDD helps in describing requirement in the form of feature file and scenarios, scenarios further get described in the format of Given, When, and Then.
Kiron Bondale
NOVEMBER 1, 2020
While speaking on the topic of psychological safety yesterday I was asked whether it is possible to create safety within a team if the prevailing culture of the department or overall organization is toxic. We would all like to work for companies where leadership teams truly embrace people-centric values and principles but that is rarely the case, especially in organizations which have been in existence for decades.
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 11, 2020
Before you start a project, you have to think about time. It’s the most important variable that can impact your plan. How can you get what you need done in the time you have to do it? To accomplish this, one must create a schedule. A schedule is key to project planning, but schedules are really just a framework. Once you act on it, executing your project task by task, the schedule changes.
Project Risk Coach
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
Project managers are pressured to deliver projects quickly. Sponsors think their project managers are magicians. And in a way, we are. Let us explore ways to compress project schedules and manage the associated risks. Start with the Work Breakdown Structure The project manager’s role is to work with the project team to achieve the project objectives.
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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?
Rebel’s Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 12, 2020
Today I’m interviewing Mark Woeppel, author of Visual Project Management. But what is visual project management? I caught up with Mark so that he could explain that interesting title and talk more about the book. Mark, what is visual project management? Visual Project Management is a process that uses the visualization of the project delivery process to drive team behaviors: to collaborate and effectively manage projects to deliver on time.
The Digital Project Manager
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
The 10 Best Resource Scheduling Software Tools of 2020. The post The 10 Best Resource Scheduling Software Tools of 2020 appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.
Scrum.org
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
TL; DR: 20 Questions from New Scrum Master to the Development Team. From Scrum Master to Development Team members, this set of questions addresses the foundations of a Scrum Team capability to build valuable products: technical excellence and what it takes to achieve this proficiency level. The questions have been modeled after some basic principles that high performing teams have in common—from keeping technical debt at bay to collaboratively creating a Product Backlog.
Kiron Bondale
NOVEMBER 22, 2020
I’ve delivered a number of presentations this year on the importance of building psychological safety within project teams and the role which project managers play. During these presentations I’m frequently asked the question “ How do I go about creating it? “ While there are existing models such as Timothy R. Clark’s progressive four stage model, a simple three step approach which I support is to Plan It, Live It and Champion It.
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.
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Data is more fragile than we think. It can be corrupted, hacked, stolen or accidentally deleted; it can be destroyed by power outages, water damage or earthquakes. There’s so much that might go wrong that, if you don’t have an IT disaster recovery plan in place, the damage could be irreparable. Action must be taken immediately. That means you have to have an IT contingency plan figured out long before anything disastrous happens.
Project Risk Coach
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
Are you guilty of using project management jargon and acronyms? Do your team members understand what you are saying? If not, perhaps you have fallen under the curse of project management knowledge. Can I be painfully honest with you for a minute? What I am about to say may not feel good. In fact, I am certain that you will NOT enjoy it. I have been hoping someone else would do the dirty work.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 4, 2020
I remember that a few weeks after I started back at work after maternity leave, one of my long-time stakeholders sent a message to someone pretty high up in the business saying ‘project communication was so much better when Elizabeth was around’. It’s nice to hear people say I was doing something right, although it was a bit of a shame that she hadn’t realized I was already back at my desk.
nTask
NOVEMBER 10, 2020
Planning your day is something that most of us don’t give much thought to. Yes, we have a rough idea about what we want to do during the day, but most of us don’t have anything properly planned on paper, or in an app. This is a huge weakness on our part because planning your day, ahead of time, is one of the most important things that you should do every day.
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.
Scrum.org
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
OKRs are a powerful tool for setting and measuring goals, but like all power tools, they can become dangerous in unskilled hands. When used in informed ways, they can improve focus and lift outcomes, but when mishandled, they can increase waste and inflict real damage upon the organizations that adopt them. The basic idea behind OKRs is simple: it’s a good idea to identify goals that you want to achieve and the measures that will indicate whether you’ve achieved those goals.
The Digital Project Manager
NOVEMBER 27, 2020
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ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Project scheduling is an incredibly important process that transforms your project plan into an actionable schedule with prioritized tasks. Hopefully our Ultimate Guide to Project Scheduling helped you get a grip on the basics, but if you need more project scheduling tips, take a moment to watch our videos. Below you’ll find tutorial videos led by certified experts in the field that will walk you through every aspect of project scheduling.
Project Risk Coach
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
In today's article, I'll test your understanding of risk attitude. We'll also explore different risk attitudes and how they can affect risk evaluations. Project managers should seek to understand the risk attitudes of key stakeholders because: A. Risk seekers overpower risk adverse stakeholders, resulting in greater risk than is appropriate. B. Risk attitudes can introduce bias and adversely affect the evaluation of identified risks.
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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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