Teamweek
JUNE 5, 2024
Project managers have a lot of different plates to juggle when scheduling projects—and there isn’t much room for error. They must schedule tasks to meet tight timelines, manage different resources, and keep clients happy. The reality is, 29% of project managers say an inadequate goal setting is the main reason for project failures. And then there’s burnout—not just for team members but managers themselves.
PM Times
JUNE 1, 2024
If you’re familiar with the Project Management Book of Knowledge, or PMBOK for short, you know all about the Project Charter and its criticality to the success of a project. The PMBOK says that the project cannot start until the Project Sponsor formally signs off on the Charter. Having worked at midsize companies for […] The post The Value of a Project Charter appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and Jobs.
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Online PM Courses
JUNE 2, 2024
Project culture is a subtle idea. But Project Culture has everything to do with delivery and getting the job done. The post Positive Project Culture: What is it? A Roadmap for Success appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.
Musings on Project Management
JUNE 4, 2024
Now we're getting somewhere! No less an Agile/Scrum eminence than Mike Cohn -- author of some really good books and articles -- has come out with a newsletter on -- are you ready for this? -- what's the meaning of DONE in Agile. His acronym, a bit a poor choice to my mind, is "DoD". Definition of Done. But, there you have it.
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?
Scoro
JUNE 5, 2024
Ever take on high-revenue projects and get surprised by low (or even negative) profits at the end? Talk about frustrating. In this guide, we’ll explain project return on investment (ROI), and you’ll discover a more accurate way to measure project profitability than simple ROI calculations. What is project ROI? Project ROI measures a project’s true profitability by comparing its revenue to its cost to deliver.
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Teamweek
JUNE 3, 2024
Keeping projects within budget is one common challenge that most project managers face at least once in their careers. Scope creep is one of the main reasons why projects exceed their budgets. It happens when a project’s scope keeps expanding without proper control, resulting in higher project costs. This article aims to help project managers who are burdened with monitoring project scope and reducing project costs.
Project Accelerator News
JUNE 3, 2024
When it comes to project management, Agile methods have revolutionised how we work. However, even the most flexible of approaches can benefit from a regular project health check. A fixed period review can serve a purpose but they can be too rigid which means that critical developments can be missed between milestones. This is why project health checks are important whatever the type of project you are running.
Project Management Essentials
JUNE 1, 2024
We should view project management approaches as a palette of options. Predictive, Agile, and Lean/Kanban form the boundaries. Hybrid is the vast interior space. The first article in this series described the boundaries and color-mix of approaches: This article discusses how these approaches may be reflected in central project management domains.
Planio
JUNE 3, 2024
Project management is the process of planning, organizing, and coordinating changes. But because no two changes are the same, there’s no single right way to deliver a project. Instead, there are various methodologies, tools, and techniques to choose from — each with their own benefits and potential downsides. Whether you’re a construction company building a new skyscraper or a software team planning a new product launch, the key to success is aligning your industry, people, and product to the ri
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
JUNE 6, 2024
As with any project, manufacturers are working with the triple constraint of time, cost and scope. One constraint that’s often overlooked is quality. Products have to be safe and meet customer requirements, including quality. Having a control plan helps production achieve these goals. To do this, manufacturers must understand what a control plan is, the different types of control plans and the steps to make a control plan for manufacturing.
Scrum.org
JUNE 2, 2024
Empezar una carrera en Agile puede ser una excelente decisión en el entorno actual, donde la flexibilidad y la adaptabilidad son claves para el éxito de cualquier iniciativa, servicio o producto. Agile no es solo una metodología, sino una mentalidad que puede transformar la manera en que trabajas y colaboras con tu equipo, tu organización y sobretodo con las personas.
Leading Agile
JUNE 6, 2024
Understanding why software grows complex is crucial for addressing it. Let’s discuss some common causes. Fear of Change: Avoiding changes leads to duplicated and complex code. Dependencies: More dependencies make the code harder to manage. Unplanned Technical Debt: Shortcuts taken during development add unforeseen debt. Schedule Pressures: Continuous feature addition without removing obsolete ones.
MPUG
JUNE 5, 2024
The ‘black mountain’ forced in, broke Konark’s iron gates, Drank the water of Mahanadi river, and ate from the golden plates. – Narrated by my parents in Odia, loosely translated into English Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, India Growing up, from the above paraphrased poem, I learned of the destruction of Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, India by “Kala-Pahada” (meaning Black Mountain), a person presumably named so for his black deeds.
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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?
ProjectManager.com
JUNE 5, 2024
A Power BI dashboard is one of the many visual tools for data analytics and business intelligence offered in Microsoft Power BI. But a Power BI dashboard isn’t the easiest feature to configure. We’ll illustrate how to create a Power BI dashboard to help clear that hurdle. There are pros and cons to using a Power BI dashboard, which we’ll explore, and show how they work with Power BI reports.
Scrum.org
JUNE 1, 2024
Change. It's a word that can evoke excitement or trepidation. As a leader, navigating change requires a delicate balance. Whether you’re a Scrum Master, Product Owner, Developer, or manager, you need to be passionate about the improvements you seek, but also adaptable to new information and perspectives. The Change Hypothesis can be your secret weapon!
Online PM Courses
JUNE 5, 2024
In this video I answer the question, what is Rolling Wave Planning? And I also look at the rolling wave planning process. The post What is Rolling Wave Planning? appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.
MPUG
JUNE 5, 2024
For the past few months a number of MPUG members have been working with Envorso on a new AI tool for project managers called Empwr.ai. They recently started inviting project managers to use the tool for an extended free trial while they are in beta testing. We want to extend the offer to you because the Empwr.ai founders are looking for feedback from project managers like you.
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
JUNE 4, 2024
The popularity of applications to help teams organize their tasks, resources and more has reached a point where every major software company has a list-making product. So it’s no surprise that there’s a Microsoft Lists, but is MS Lists the best list-making app on the market? To find out, let’s define what Microsoft Lists is, look at its features and explore how to use MS Lists.
Scrum.org
JUNE 1, 2024
El Scrum Master es un agile coach de la entrega de valor Los Scrum Masters son efectivos cuando logran ayudar para maximizar la entrega de valor a través del uso de Scrum. Algunos criterios útiles para lograrlo son: Ayudar a mejorar las capacidades de entrega continua de producto. Uno de los aspectos más importantes es ayudar a mejorar los criterios de terminado para lograr una buena calidad.
Velociteach
JUNE 5, 2024
We should view project management approaches as a palette of options. Predictive, Agile, and Lean/Kanban form the boundaries. Hybrid is the vast interior space. The first article in this series described the boundaries and color-mix of approaches: This article discusses how these approaches may be reflected in central project management domains. Project Phases The project […] The post Hybrid Project Management: Part 2, What Changes?
Green Project Management
JUNE 5, 2024
We were working with a client recently and discussed the issues of prioritisation and alignment of projects to the organisation’s sustainability goals. Whilst they have published and publicly committed to a number of sustainability goals, there was no clear link between those goals and what was actually happening in the organisation. When I asked them […] The post Achieving Organizational Sustainability Goals Through Strategic Alignment in Project Portfolio Management appeared first on Ins
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.
NimbleWork
JUNE 7, 2024
Evaluating and measuring the success of a project is a cornerstone of effective project management. In today’s dynamic business environment, organizations across industries are constantly striving to achieve their strategic objectives and deliver value to stakeholders through successful project outcomes. However, determining whether a project has achieved its intended goals and objectives requires a structured approach and robust evaluation methods.
Scrum.org
JUNE 5, 2024
Redefining Agility: Evolving Our Operating Model as a Scrum Master In our relentless pursuit of excellence and efficiency, Scrum Masters play an important role in guiding organizations through the adoption of agile frameworks. However, it's time to pause and rethink our approach. Instead of over-focusing on frameworks and predefined rules, we should evolve our operating model to align with our context and empower our teams.
Proofhub
JUNE 3, 2024
Managing a team’s efficiency while adhering to industry standards can be challenging. However, integrating compliance and inspection tools into project management software offers a robust solution. This integration streamlines processes and ensures that projects meet legal and quality standards, enhancing productivity and reducing risk. As a result, projects are completed on time, within budget, and fully compliant with regulations.
Leading Agile
JUNE 4, 2024
What if, instead of getting larger and more brittle over time, making changes more risky, your software could get more modular and simpler, increasing the safety of the developers working on the code? The key to soft software is focusing on creating that safety first. And the key to that is going from the traditional approach of testing last to testing first.
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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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