NimbleWork
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Project Management has come a long way from its traditional roots. What was once dominated by Gantt charts and rigid planning techniques has evolved into a vibrant, adaptive discipline driving business success. With the rise of digital transformation , remote work , and the growing complexity of projects, the role of project managers has become more crucial than ever.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
OCTOBER 23, 2024
When you are trying to calculate percentage complete in a Gantt chart, you need to take into account various different figures, and get lots of information from other people. Or do you? There are simple ways to track percent complete on your project, so you know what to input into your software. In this article we'll look at 3 methods to track percent complete.
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The IIL Blog
OCTOBER 23, 2024
By Ed Lively October 23, 2024 In 40 years of practicing project management (and teaching) the question that I’ve heard most often is “Why do we have to do all this documentation?” Many say that we do it because it’s in the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge ( PMBOK ) and considered best (or good practice depending on what version of the PMBOK you reference.
The IIL Blog
OCTOBER 23, 2024
By Harold Kerzner, Ph.D. & Judith W Umlas October 23, 2024 THE NEED FOR PROJECT KINDNESS PRACTICES When was the last time you opened a project management textbook that included a section on demonstrating kindness during project management leadership? Have you heard speakers lecturing on project management discussing leadership kindness? The answer to both questions is most likely “no.
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Elise Stevens
OCTOBER 20, 2024
Mastering Stakeholder Expectations ft. Naomi Caietti by Elise Stevens [link] In this episode of Fix My Project Chaos, Elise Stephens interviews Naomi Caietti from Glass Breakers about the critical skill of managing stakeholder expectations in project management. Naomi emphasizes that successful stakeholder management requires a multifaceted approach that includes identifying and understanding stakeholders, obtaining their buy-in, and maintaining consistent communication throughout the project li
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Rebel’s Guide to PM
OCTOBER 24, 2024
As a project manager, we’re constantly tracking actions, risks, issues, and more – these are the bread-and-butter activities for project managers to keep the project on track. But have you ever learned how to use a RAID log properly? I hadn’t. It was something touched on in various training courses I’d done over the year, but I’d never had training on the ‘how’ of RAID logs.
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Many organizations approach development with a project mindset: define a scope, complete the work, and move on. It sounds efficient, but it causes a lot of painful side effects. Teams often find themselves juggling conflicting priorities from different stakeholders. Technical debt mounts as they succumb to pressure to split their focus. Patching and maintaining features created in past projects slows new projects.
Epicflow Blog
OCTOBER 21, 2024
The manufacturing industry faces numerous challenges that can affect the success of manufacturing project s, from supply chain issues to risks related to digital technology integration. These challenges make it difficult to deliver these projects successfully, as they may disrupt the workflow causing delays and cost overruns. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most common roadblocks for manufacturing project s as well as suggest actionable recommendations for addressing them.
ProjectManager.com
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Construction projects are more likely to succeed with online project management software. But not all construction projects are the same and not all firms in the construction industry are the same. Why should general contractor software be the same? They’re not. This list of the best construction management software for small a business reviews project management solutions aimed at small contractors.
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?
Rebel’s Guide to PM
OCTOBER 23, 2024
As I've got older and more experienced, I've also got lazier when it comes to preparing for project meetings. Recently I was completely caught out when I checked my diary in the morning. That afternoon I had four external people coming in for a meeting that I had forgotten about! Visit the free template library. It was an informal pre-kick off meeting for something that might turn into a project.
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 20, 2024
This article was tough to write, not because I don’t have enough mistakes to share, but because there are so many! Mistakes are where we learn, and that’s exactly what I’ve done. I hope sharing mine will help you avoid making the same ones. 1. Sharing Velocity Outside the Team I once shared velocity with senior executives. I made sure to add all the caveats.
The IIL Blog
OCTOBER 23, 2024
By Jorgelina Bross-Puglisi October 23, 2024 In a world increasingly dominated by technology, the human touch (still) remains irreplaceable. In the early days of project management, success was often measured by delivering on time, on budget and within quality requirements. While these metrics remain essential, projects are not just about tasks and deadlines, they are about people.
Alan Parker Blog
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Embarking on the journey to ISO 27001 certification can be daunting, especially if your organisation is new to information security standards. One of the most crucial preparatory steps is conducting a gap analysis. This process helps identify where your organisation currently stands in relation to ISO 27001 requirements and guides you in addressing areas that need improvement before the official certification audit.
Speaker: Dylan Secrest
Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
NimbleWork
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Choosing the right software development tools can make or break your project’s success. These tools not only streamline workflows but also foster collaboration, enhance productivity, and facilitate agile methodologies. With a myriad of options available, selecting the best software development platform becomes crucial for teams aiming to deliver high-quality products that meet evolving market demands.
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 24, 2024
From the Scrum Guide: “Scrum is a lightweight framework…” Let’s have a closer look at what this means? From Cambridge Dictionary: Lightweight “Weighing only a little or less than average” … euh… Scrum is lightweight. Of course, we’re not worried about Scrum tipping the scales physically. But, in terms of for example process and role complexity, Scrum weighs much less compared to most “agile” methodologies.
Elise Stevens
OCTOBER 20, 2024
The Risk Management Gospel Turning Threats into Opportunities ft. Carl Pritchard by Elise Stevens In this episode of Fix My Project Chaos, Elise Stevens talks with risk management expert Carl Pritchard about how to approach risk management in a positive and proactive way. Carl emphasizes that risk management is not about dwelling on potential problems, but rather about recognizing opportunities to improve projects and achieve better outcomes.
Green Project Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The Rise of For-Purpose Organizations: A Reality Check for Businesses We’ve all heard it before: “Business as usual” doesn’t cut it anymore. Consumers are no longer satisfied with companies that focus solely on profits—they’re demanding more. Enter the For-Purpose Organization: businesses that aren’t just profit-driven, but purpose-driven. So, what is a For-Purpose Organization, anyway?
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NimbleWork
OCTOBER 20, 2024
Agile has delivered incredible value over the last 2+ decades. It is hard to find a team today that is not aware of Agile, does not follow at least some of the Agile practices. Yet, the rest of the functions in their organization are struggling to figure out – how do we respond? How do we do all the things that we were doing earlier? How do we plan for our people requirements – our future needs, their training needs?
MPUG
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Scary Situations You might be wondering what Halloween has to do with project management. You would be surprised to learn they have quite a few similarities and some are comical. Like Halloween , Project Managers (PMs) also encounter ghosts or skeletons from their past projects. The fear of failure of the same mistakes is a monster that destroys a project’s progress because they did not learn from their mistakes or lessons learned.
Project Accelerator News
OCTOBER 24, 2024
As I write, we are clearly coming into cold and flu season! Television and radio are full of adverts for over-the-counter medicines for coughs, blocked noses and sore throats and my social media feeds are full of home-made remedies – green ginger wine, rum, honey, boiling water, chilli, 2 drops each of rosemary and eucalyptus essential oil – who knew?!
Green Project Management
OCTOBER 21, 2024
I was fortunate enough to witness firsthand the moment when the Earth Charter was officially introduced to the world. I attended the original Earth Charter Summit via the OG of streaming apps, Real Player (remember that?), and to say it was life-changing would be an understatement. Being in that room, surrounded by passionate individuals from […] The post Rediscovering the Earth Charter: A Timeless Blueprint for a Sustainable Future appeared first on The GPM Blog.
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WorkOtter
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Contents What is Wagile Methodology? Wagile (sometimes spelled “Wagile”) is a hybrid approach to project management that gets its name from combining Waterfall and Agile PM methodologies. An emerging project management methodology that continues to grow in popularity, it leverages the structured planning of Waterfall with the flexibility and iterative progress of Agile.
Hub Planner
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Custom Fields has been a favorite feature in Hub Planner since the beginning. It’s how you can make your resource management platform feel like it was built just for your business. One of the most common ways users leverage Custom Fields is by creating a skill list. This lets you filter down quickly to find the right person for any upcoming project.
Online PM Courses
OCTOBER 20, 2024
Nothing gets done unless people do it. And people need tools, materials, and a place to work. So, Project Resource Management is an essential skill set. The post Project Resource Management: Part 1 of Your Comprehensive Guide appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.
Project Accelerator News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
When you arrange training for upskilling a workforce you want to give them the chance to tackle real-world challenges, this is exactly what project-based learning does, and the experts at Parallel Project Training believe there are advantages to both trainer and learners of taking this approach. Here, we ask them to explain why. What is project-based learning?
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.
WorkOtter
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Wagile (sometimes spelled "Wagile") is a hybrid approach to project management that gets its name from combining Waterfall and Agile PM methodologies.
ProductSide
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Introduction Imagine trying to build a skyscraper without blueprints. Chaos, right? That’s exactly what it’s like managing a product without a solid framework. While everyone knows they need a plan, too many product teams are still winging it, hoping their products don’t come crashing down. Let’s talk about how a product management framework can save.
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Managing multiple products as a Product Owner presents both challenges and opportunities. In this Responsive Advisors Lightning Round, Professional Scrum Trainers Greg Crown , Jason Malmstadt and I share strategies for defining products more clearly, discuss the pros and cons of managing multiple products, and explain how diverse perspectives can enhance product management.
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