Online PM Courses
MAY 14, 2023
Project Management is problem-solving. Systematic approaches often work, but sometimes we need creative techniques to boost our thinking. The post Here are 15 Powerful Creative Techniques to Spark Your Imagination appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.
The IIL Blog
MAY 17, 2023
By Harold Kerzner, Ph.D., and Cynthia Snyder Dionisio, MBA, PMP We have all attended project management workshops, conferences, and symposiums. We have read books and journal articles on various project management topics. What we ended up learning was about the present state-of-the-art of project management and what the future might look like. But sometimes, it is nice to reminisce about the past and see some of the major changes that have gotten us to where we are today in project management.
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ProjectManager.com
MAY 16, 2023
An operating budget is a tool that helps business owners and project managers alike to look at the long-term financial needs of their organization or project. It’s instrumental in forecasting the budget needed to run your business or project. That alone should make you want to understand the definition and reasons to use an operating budget. We’ll explain that and go into what should be included in your operating budget.
MPUG
MAY 15, 2023
It’s funny how things happen. I was chatting recently with a couple of project managers developing vehicle products. The discussion turned toward supplier management, and I asked them how much travel is involved in their work, especially regarding supplier interactions. Their reply was, “Not too often.” I was a bit surprised by this because, in my experience as a project manager, I would have significant supplier interactions from the beginning of the supplier selection process
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?
Musings on Project Management
MAY 16, 2023
Perhaps the most common question in risk management, if not in project management is this one:"What's the worst case that can happen?"Don't ask me that!Why not?Because I don't know, and I'd only be guessing if I answered.So what questions can you answer about the future case?
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Rebel’s Guide to PM
MAY 16, 2023
What’s the difference between Google Docs and Google Drive? Do you use both services (like me) but wonder if you’re in the right place when you search for files? Given that we spend 14% of our day looking for documents and data (I totally made that figure up, but it feels like that’s how my day is spent), if you want to work smarter, not harder, then it pays to know how to use them both.
Teamweek
MAY 15, 2023
When thinking about hiring mistakes, this quote comes to mind: A players hire A players. B players hire C players. Steve Jobs So what did Jobs mean? Well, in the context of recruiting, he’s saying that top-performing individuals (A players) will have the confidence and ability to recognize and hire other top performers. While less competent individuals (B players) may feel threatened and reluctant to hire someone who could outshine them, so they tend to hire less capable candidates (C play
ProjectManager.com
MAY 17, 2023
Not all tasks are the same. Some can be done one after the other in sequence, while others can’t start until another ends or starts. This is called task dependency. Task dependency mapping is a technique to make those task dependencies clear to avoid costly delays. Before we cover task dependency mapping, let’s first understand what’s meant by dependency in project management and define the four different types of task dependencies.
Productivity Land
MAY 16, 2023
In today’s fast-paced digital era, the power of visual storytelling cannot be underestimated. From captivating commercials to engaging social media content, videos have become essential for conveying your messages and ideas. The global video editing software market size is projected to reach $3245 million by 2030—exhibiting a CAGR of 5.6% during 2022-2030.
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
MAY 14, 2023
Scrum is a popular framework agile teams use to deliver high-quality software products collaboratively and iteratively. According to the latest State of Agile report from Digital.ai , 90% of agile teams use Scrum. Scrum's laser focus on iteratively producing usable increments of value is part of what makes it stand apart from a traditional project management approach.
Musings on Project Management
MAY 19, 2023
We don't think about numbers linearlyThat is, as numbers get large, their "largeness" kind of flat-lines in our thinking, like a logarithmic scale (*)Grasp the futureWe can't grasp the future very well either when it is really far removed from the present.
International Institute for Learning
MAY 18, 2023
The Evolution of Project Management By Harold Kerzner, PhD., and Cynthia Snyder Dionisio, MBA, PMP Abstract In recent years, the adoption of agile practices has seen significant growth, with empowerment, stakeholder engagement, and transparency becoming essential in both predictive and agile projects. The current trend is to embrace a hybrid approach that combines structured, predictive methodologies suitable for projects with known and stable scope, along with agile/adaptive approaches suited f
Leading Agile
MAY 17, 2023
I spend a lot of time talking about the underlying preconditions for Agile. Because of my background in project management, process, and org design. I usually talk about the necessary preconditions from that angle. I beat the drum pretty hard on the idea of teams, backlogs, and working tested product increments as the fundamental preconditions to do Scrum well.
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Scrum.org
MAY 18, 2023
In Kürze: 60 ChatGPT-Prompts für agile Praktiker ChatGPT kann ein hervorragendes Werkzeug für diejenigen sein, die wissen, wie man Prompts erstellt. Die einfachste Form der Eingabeaufforderung für ChatGPT besteht darin, ihm die Aufgabe zu stellen und nach Ergebnissen zu fragen. Es ist jedoch unwahrscheinlich, dass dieser Ansatz die beste Antwort des Modells auslöst.
The IIL Blog
MAY 17, 2023
By V. Lee Henson Within the Agile framework, work in progress (WIP) is the amount of work that is currently being worked on but not yet completed by the team or organization. Limiting WIP is one of the core principles of Agile, and it is a critical aspect of ensuring that Agile teams can deliver high-quality products on time and within budget. In this article, we will explore the importance of limiting WIP in Agile and how it can help teams to work more efficiently and effectively.
Productivity Land
MAY 19, 2023
The goal of maintaining low expenses is paramount when it comes to managing a business. One method to achieve this objective is by availing tax deductions, which can be an efficient way to reduce business costs. While several business owners may be knowledgeable of typical deductions like office rent and travel expenses related to business, other lesser-known tax deductions can aid in saving a considerable amount of money.
WorkOtter
MAY 18, 2023
Risks are common in business. These risks carry uncertainties which pose potential threats to the financial health of the organization. Projects help the business reach objectives and goals, and with each project comes its own set of risks. Fortunately, with some savvy risk analysis, you can avoid costly risks and take advantage of exciting opportunities.
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
MAY 15, 2023
TL; DR: 60 ChatGPT Prompts for Agile Practitioners ChatGPT can be an excellent tool for those who know how to create prompts. The simplest form of prompting ChatGPT is to feed it the task and ask for results. However, this approach is unlikely to trigger the best response from the model. Instead, invest more time in prompt engineering, and provide ChatGPT with a better context of the situation, desired outcomes, data, constraints, etc.
The IIL Blog
MAY 17, 2023
Insights from Bosch By Johannes Köber Agility, dynamic, and flexibility are trendsetting words, with good reason. In today’s world, everything is very short-lived. Requirements and boundary conditions are constantly changing, long planning phases are often impossible, and products and solutions are developed in close contact with customers. These challenges impact project management practices and project managers, spurring much-cited Agile Transformation.
Productivity Land
MAY 18, 2023
In our interconnected world, convenience often comes with a cost: the rise of identity theft. This digital age crime is not merely an inconvenience; it can be a life-altering experience with far-reaching personal and societal consequences. This article explores the dynamics of identity theft, its impact, and how to protect yourself in the digital age.
LiquidPlanner
MAY 15, 2023
One of the biggest keys to healthy projects is healthy people. When your resources are overworked or confused by unclear priorities, your projects’ timelines and output quality can suffer. So, if maintaining a balanced workload is so important to the success of your projects, why not have a dedicated view in your project management software where you can see and manage it?
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
MAY 14, 2023
Cross-functional teams are capable of quickly testing hypotheses and adapting to changes in the market. They are the primary block of an Agile organization. Unfortunately, the load on different specializations and skills within the team is uneven due to the unexpected nature of the upcoming work in a complex environment. One solution is multifunctional learning, which relieves peak loads, increases productivity and flexibility of the team.
PM Times
MAY 16, 2023
As a project manager, you need to manage people, money, suppliers, equipment—the list is never ending. The trick is to be focused. Set yourself five personal goals to achieve. If you can meet these simple goals for each project, then you will achieve total success. These goals are generic to all industries and all types […] The post Best of PMTimes: The Five Goals of a Project Manager appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and Jobs.
Leading Agile
MAY 16, 2023
What if, instead of focusing on all the Agile practices, we started applying some of the things we know about systems engineering to help large companies become the kind of organization that can leverage those practices? Instead of blindly performing the ceremonies of Scrum, what it we got super disciplined about how we decompose work and flow decisions through the organization?
Green Project Management
MAY 15, 2023
Environmental Quotient (EQ) measures an individual’s or organization’s environmental awareness, responsibility, and impact. It considers energy consumption, water usage, waste generation, and carbon footprint. It also evaluates how an individual or organization acts sustainably and reduces its negative environmental impact. As leaders in project management, we must recognize the importance of Environmental Quotient (EQ) and […] The post The importance of Developing a Strong Env
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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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