Zen Project Management
AUGUST 9, 2014
A number of themes surfaced during Agile2014. One of the big themes was scaling agile. There were a number of presentations on the SAFe model , Discipled Agile (DAD) and the new framework by Jeff Sutherland. There was also a lot of discussion on how Spotify scaled agile (be sure to download the paper). I appreciated the opportunity to hear about DAD from the creators, Scott Ambler and Mark Lines.
Fear No Project PM
AUGUST 3, 2014
'While I have a lot of readers who are in Europe – thank you for reading! – I know that many of my readers are here in the USA and always looking for a good reason to get out of the country. I also know that some of you are members of the International Project Management […].
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Wrike
AUGUST 1, 2014
Wrike is a project planning software that combines reminders, collaboration, and task planning. Compared to traditional methods for managing events, Wrike can prove to be a much better solution. In this post, I will focus on how you can use Wrike to (1) manage all the cogs that keep an event running smoothly and (2) enable communication between your vendors and team members.
Velociteach
AUGUST 19, 2014
Big Idea: test and judge the resourcefulness of your leaders. I’ll start with a story. Bill H. skied once, enjoyed it, and thought he’d like to get better at the sport. So, the young man expressed his interest to his father. Shortly after the conversation, Bill’s father presented him with train tickets and a hotel reservation. Bill […] The post Real Leaders Figure It Out!
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?
quantmleap
AUGUST 6, 2014
I n case you’re in Melbourne early September and happen to attend the Australian PMI Conference don’t forget to look me up. I will be presenting a session on “Transform yourself from traditional to Agile project manager” Here’s my submitted abstract: For many ‘traditional’ project managers the encounter with agile and agility is a confrontational one.
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Zen Project Management
AUGUST 1, 2014
Three of my favorite presentations at Agile2014 were on soft skills; Diana Larsen’s Best Job Ever , Lyssa Adkin’s Facilitating Intense Conversations , and Jean Tabaka/Em Campbell-Pretty’s Creating Agile Tribes Diana Larsen was the keynote presenter on Wednesday. After a bit of dancing, she got to the presentation. She had three main points Do Work you Love to Do Work With Purpose Take Care of you Tribe The message was that we don’t have to do a job we hate.
Fear No Project PM
AUGUST 3, 2014
While I have a lot of readers who are in Europe – thank you for reading! – I know that many of my readers are here in the USA and always looking for a good reason to get out of the country.
Wrike
AUGUST 12, 2014
This is the second in a two-part series for our Ultimate Guide to Project Risk. Read Part 1 first: Assessing Risk then return here to continue. Once you’ve completed your risk assessment, you’re ready to create your risk management response plan (using appropriate risk management tools). Note that risk management isn’t something you check off your project to-do list; it’s an ongoing process.
Velociteach
AUGUST 6, 2014
With proper studying, determination, and commitment…you can pass the PMP exam! In some cases though, you’ll have the studying, determination, and commitment and still fail. That’s simply the nature of test-taking, especially for an infamously difficult exam. Worst case scenario, you fail. Of course, this is going to be disheartening. Let yourself be upset—that’s okay. […] The post What Happens if I Don’t Pass the PMP Exam?
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.
quantmleap
AUGUST 4, 2014
I come across many people that call themselves ‘coaches’ I come across ‘coaches’ that certainly ‘talk the talk’ but have no real experience to back that up. And here’s my dilemma: Should I take such coaches seriously? Can one become a coach by knowing the domain (as opposed to ‘doing’ in the domain)?
PM for the Masses
AUGUST 3, 2014
Hello all! Last week I spoke with Ky Nichol, project manager of the Olympic Games and the World Cup. It was a great conversation, and it got me thinking: Brazil and the rest of Latin America has seen a lot of major projects taking place in the last few years. So I decided to tackle […]. The post Managing Large Projects in Latin America: Episode 46 appeared first on Project Management for the Masses.
Troubled and Failing Project
AUGUST 1, 2014
The subpoena shows up at the front desk and the call comes to you to pick it up. That nauseating feeling in your gut is the prelude to a long day… no… a long year. The lawyers want every contract and statement of work , each change order, log, email, document, physical mail, specification, test document, picture, drawing, scratch note, etc. that ever existed on your project.
Wrike
AUGUST 6, 2014
We are living in a world of entrepreneurs. Chances are you know one (at least), or you have your own ideas waiting to come to fruition. But ideas are expensive in reality. The question is, how can you get the most bang for your buck? How can CEOs and managers save money while chasing their dreams and accomplishing their goals? Enter Lean project management.
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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?
Wrike
AUGUST 25, 2014
Crowdsourcing is a testament to the power of collaboration. Hundreds and even thousands of individual efforts combine to create something world-changing. If you’re jumping into the chaotic world of crowdsourcing to fund your startup or passion project, you’ve got a lot of hectic days and coffee-fueled nights ahead. Running a successful campaign, standing out in a sea of creative projects, and coordinating all the moving pieces takes a lot of hard work.
Wrike
AUGUST 22, 2014
Every superhero has a secret weapon. Today, we give you yours. Back in January, we released our new Android™ app. Now, our new iOS app has been released to complete the pair! It’s completely new, native, faster, and better than ever — the perfect tool for defeating tasks with ease. Check it out now! With our Wrike app for iOS, you can log your ideas, leave feedback, or update tasks immediately whether you’re on the train, at the park, or exiting the shower (universally ra
Wrike
AUGUST 18, 2014
Collaboration remains a hot topic because it still works. In fact our CEO recently wrote a guest post on Inc.com stating that collective wisdom, crowdsourcing, and project collaboration are essential for the growth of a business or movement today — they should be integral parts of every company’s DNA in order to survive and thrive. If you look at the factors that enable collaboration to occur on a massive scale, you’ll see three main trends shaping project collaboration and driving the ado
Wrike
AUGUST 14, 2014
The crowdfunding landscape has gotten pretty, well, crowded. It’s not just Kickstarter anymore —when entrepreneurs and artists want to take their projects to the masses, they’ve got dozens of platforms to choose from. How can you tell which one suits your project best? We’ve broken down the best crowdfunding sites by industry and project type, and collected crucial details from the fine print to help you decide.
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.
Wrike
AUGUST 26, 2014
Wrike’s flexible folder structure allows any team to quickly set up a workflow to operate more efficiently. We’ve seen marketing teams become particularly successful by setting up their Wrike folders to mirror the structure of their department. Our customer success team speaks with dozens of companies per week, sharing best practices and setting up workflows.
Wrike
AUGUST 18, 2014
Meetings. We love them. We hate them. And let’s be honest: mostly the latter. For a lot of workers, meetings are synonymous with: “A boring, pointless waste of my time.” To change that mentality, we need to change the way we approach our conference calls and boardroom gatherings. Here are four best practices to make sure every meeting counts: 1.
Wrike
AUGUST 13, 2014
In June we announced that we were one of the first companies to become a Google Apps Authorized Technology Partner. We are now happy to reveal that we have gone a step farther to become a Google Apps Premier Technology Partner ! What does this mean for our customers? As a Google Apps Premier Technology Partner, Google has recognized Wrike as an outstanding tool for project management with Google Apps.
Wrike
AUGUST 7, 2014
If you were handed 20 sticks of uncooked spaghetti, 1 yard of masking tape, 1 yard of string, and 1 marshmallow and then told to build a tower with the marshmallow at the top, what would you do? Believe it or not, this exercise gives us a lot of insight into building high-performance teams. During his TED talk, Tom Wujec reveals three major lessons you can learn from playing with your food.
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.
Wrike
AUGUST 3, 2014
If you’re an avid user of the Activity Stream on your Wrike Dashboard, you’re going to love this new update. Save yourself a click by previewing image attachments right in your feed.If you’re an avid user of the Activity Stream on your Wrike Dashboard, you’re going to love this new update. Save yourself a click by previewing image attachments right in your feed.
Wrike
AUGUST 14, 2014
With modern business riding the wave of the fast, the swift, the convenient, allowing for faster execution and more efficient processes, it comes as no surprise that online services — what we know as cloud services — are all the rage. But time and time again, customers have asked us questions about the difference between cloud-based storage and cloud project management software.
Wrike
AUGUST 28, 2014
Choosing the right project management tool for your small business can be a daunting endeavor, especially if it’s your first time venturing into project management territory. Which features are must-haves for small business teams? What exactly should you be looking for in a PM tool? Take a page out of someone else’s book. Software Advice asked hundreds of small business owners which features they found most important in a project management tool.
Wrike
AUGUST 27, 2014
In the last few years, the crowdfunding scene has exploded. Now there are hundreds of platforms to choose from, with more popping up every day. But which crowdfunding site is best for your small business? Or charitable cause? We covered 26 Top Crowdfunding Sites by Niche , and now we’ve created an infographic with all the essential details. Check it out!
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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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