Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 16, 2024
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?
Project Accelerator News
JULY 15, 2024
Project management is the discipline of planning, executing, and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to the specified quality standards. It involves coordinating resources, managing stakeholders, and mitigating risks to achieve defined objectives. These are skills that women project managers excel at. In addition to the core principles of project management, understanding the importance of diversity in project teams is crucial for maximizing team effectiv
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NimbleWork
JULY 24, 2024
Every successful project, from building a skyscraper to launching a new marketing campaign, is like a well-conducted orchestra. Just as a symphony requires a maestro to lead the musicians and ensure each instrument plays its part, a project needs a skilled project manager to guide the team and ensure all the moving pieces come together harmoniously.
International Institute for Learning
JULY 18, 2024
Superhuman: How to Create the Next Generation of Project Management Superheroes with AI By Jorgelina Bross Puglisi Abstract In today’s fast-paced business environment, effective project management is crucial for success. Traditional project management methods are becoming increasingly inadequate to handle the complexities and dynamism of modern projects.
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?
The IIL Blog
JULY 31, 2024
By Debra Khan Practitioners of content strategy do not have to go it alone when developing a strategy for a content project. Whether we are leading a digital transformation of existing content or the launch of a new website, we can learn much from our project management colleagues. In this publication nearly eight years ago, Scott Abel defined the role of a content strategist as “concerned with the actions, resources, costs, opportunities, threats, and timetables associated with producing conten
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Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 12, 2024
Let's say that we’re almost at the end of the quarter and you’re thinking what a great year it’s been so far at work. Your thoughts turn to what you should be doing for your professional development in the months ahead… and there’s a lot of choice. I don’t have the time (or the requirement) to take a certification course, but I’m always prepared to develop the project management competencies I need to succeed.
Wrike
JULY 16, 2024
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.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 15, 2024
How do you manage your projects? If you're anything like me, you've got a notebook on your desk right now. Whatever it is you’re managing you’ll probably use, or need, a tool to help you do it. Maybe it’s a Trello board, a Kanban board, a system of sticky notes…Asana, Toggl… a wall calendar and planner, or a combination of them all! What remains the same is that there is a lot to manage.
Planio
JULY 8, 2024
While “creativity” is often treated as some ethereal quality that materializes when you least expect it, the truth is that creativity cannot exist without order, structure, and planning. Unfortunately, there’s almost always a push and pull between creative teams and project managers. Full-blooded “creatives” want freedom to explore, ideate, and come up with unique ideas.
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.
ProjectManager.com
JULY 17, 2024
Stakeholders are anyone with a vested interest in the project. These people can be individuals, groups or institutions. Being able to identify them and their relationship to the project informs how to manage their expectations. One tool to achieve this goal is called a stakeholder register. What is a stakeholder register? We’ll get to that shortly and outline when to use one.
Green Project Management
JULY 17, 2024
One of our clients recently declared a bold ambition: achieving Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050. When we asked for their plan, they replied, “That’s why you guys are here.” Amid escalating climate change, achieving net zero carbon emissions has become a crucial goal for many organizations. The race is on, with numerous companies publicly […] The post Achieving Net Zero Carbon Emissions Through Project Portfolio Management and Project Selection appeared first on Insights into Sustainabili
Scrum.org
JULY 10, 2024
Image Every Scrum Team wishes they had time each Sprint to accomplish more. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), teams can get that time back and become more effective. AI is revolutionizing various industries, and its potential to enhance how people and teams work is becoming increasingly evident. The term “co-pilot” used most often by Microsoft is a great one as it lends a competent “right-hand” to enhance the abilities of a professional.
The IIL Blog
JULY 10, 2024
By E. LaVerne Johnson Founder, President, and CEO A look back at the history, impact, and evolution of International Project Management Day, and what lies ahead for the profession. What is IPM Day and Why It Matters The International Project Management Day (IPM Day) is our way of giving back. We set aside the first Thursday in November each year to recognize the great work that project managers do every day all over the world.
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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
JULY 4, 2024
What is parametric estimation? Parametric estimating is a form of project estimation that works for time, resource and cost estimates. It uses parameters (characteristics) to create estimates based on what you already know, so in that respect it’s useful for a project manager because it’s reliable. You get accurate data because they are data-based and thought-through – it’s a quantitative approach.
Kiron Bondale
JULY 18, 2024
I’m midway through reading Jeremy Kahn’s book “Mastering A.I. – A Survival Guide To Our Superpowered Future” While I find the title aspirational (can you truly master anything which is evolving as rapidly as A.I.?), the author has done a good job of providing a balanced assessment of some near and longer term benefits and risks of A.I.
ProjectManager.com
JULY 19, 2024
When managing projects, users have many options. Microsoft Lists and Microsoft Planner are two of the most popular project management apps. But are they the one-stop solution project managers and their teams need to plan, manage and track work? There’s only one way to find out. We compared Microsoft Lists vs. Planner. Let’s see how they stack up. We’ll put Microsoft Lists vs.
MPUG
JULY 6, 2024
Microsoft is doubling down on the consolidation of tools and the focus on providing a platform for work, project and portfolio management. The new Microsoft Planner combines To Do, Microsoft Planner and Microsoft Project for the web into a single app for task and work management. Watch: ‘Unboxing’ the New Microsoft Planner for Enterprise Work Management.
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.
Scrum.org
JULY 22, 2024
I write a lot about incremental delivery because it is so central to the success of Agile teams. And - like the Scrum framework itself - it is easy to understand but can be hard to master. Incremental delivery is the idea that Agile teams should deliver value in smaller pieces of usable product. It's the idea that teams should deliver value frequently so that the team can increase transparency, inspect honestly, and adapt based on what is learned.
The IIL Blog
JULY 24, 2024
By Dr. Al Zeitoun and Dr. Harold Kerzner July 24, 2024 The future of project management must have a balance between the tactical and strategic focus, in addition to a balance between digital and human. This balance will be key to achieving effective and sustainable strategic value realization. Getting to this balance is a key to future experiencing culture.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 22, 2024
Managing project stakeholders can feel like herding cats—each one has their quirks, demands, and personalities. If you’ve been in the project management game for any length of time, you know how important it is to understand who you’re dealing with and how to keep things running smoothly. From the ever-elusive busy bee to the relentless micro-manager, I’ve worked with them all!
Inloox
JULY 10, 2024
Comparison and tips for finding the right PM tool If you also feel like you can't see the wood for the trees when searching for a tool, then read on. Because here you will not only find a comparison of PM tools, but also tips on how to separate the wheat from the chaff to find the tool that suits your requirements: Comparison of project management tools Tips for comparing PM tools Not all PM tools are the same Some providers call their tool work management software, others call it a collaboratio
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.
ProjectManager.com
JULY 9, 2024
Change is inevitable, but successful change requires management, communication and planning. Change management communication is a key process to ensure that change is implemented properly by making sure everyone understands that change. The change management communication plan facilitates change management communication. Learn how to write a change management communication plan and get a free template to ensure it’s thorough to successfully deliver change.
MPUG
JULY 12, 2024
From time to time, articles keep emerging on our feed that Agile teams are failing. A popular article by Deloitte, “ How fragile is your Agile , ” covers the six common pitfalls teams face when using Agile for project management. But at the same time, statistics say Agile is the supreme project management methodology of all time. 70% of the companies in the U.S. are using Agile as of 2022 with a success rate of 64%.
Scrum.org
JULY 14, 2024
The Sprint Backlog is a critical artifact that guides the Developer's work during a sprint. However, many misconceptions exist about what the Sprint Backlog truly represents and how it should be used. Misunderstandings about the Sprint Backlog can lead to inefficiencies and hinder the team's ability to deliver value effectively. This blog aims to clarify these misconceptions by exploring what the Sprint Backlog is not and what it truly is, providing clarity and enhancing its effective use in Scr
Musings on Project Management
JULY 9, 2024
Applying agile methodology in your software project? Good! Working for an organization large enough to be called an 'enterprise'? Probably that's good.Why so?Access to resources is the main reason. You may have heard that agile is all about small self-directing teams -- yes, that's part of the doctrine. But how many teams are needed for your project?
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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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