The IIL Blog

JUNE 7, 2023

By Monika Muddamshetty Agile emphasises that self-organizing teams have a greater chance of success. Self-organizing teams collaborate and communicate as a group to drive work forward and decide what to focus on next. Some frameworks discuss how roles like product owner, product manager, and scrum master contribute to making that happen by ensuring the cross-functional team is aligned with the product/project vision and team members work cooperatively to advance in the right direction.

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Resource Guru

JUNE 7, 2023

Welcome to part two of our agency project management series. This time, we’re digging into methodologies to help you figure out which approach is the best fit for your projects and your agency culture. If you missed part one of the series, you can find it here. It’s full of useful information including agency project management challenges (and solutions) as well as the importance of resource management.

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Techno-PM

JUNE 6, 2023

The roles of Scrum Master and Project Manager are often discussed in the context of project management, but they have distinct differences in their approach, responsibilities, and the frameworks they operate within. Understanding these differences is crucial for organizations and individuals looking to effectively manage projects and teams. In this article, we will explore the key distinctions between a Scrum Master and a Project Manager, shedding light on their roles, focuses, and the methodolo

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 4, 2023

I get asked about project success criteria a lot – in fact, it’s one of the most searched terms on this site. So I thought it was about time that I pooled all my resources into one definitive guide to project success criteria. If you’re looking for how to define success criteria, how to document and measure them and what to do after a project finishes, then read on!

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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?

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Scrum.org

JUNE 4, 2023

Lose weight and increase agility. That would be a good New Year's resolution for many organizations. In the past year(s), I’ve been in touch with lots of teams and organizations. And although some of them are in good shape, many still suffer from organizational overweight. ⚖️ Interestingly, most of them already pledged to lose “weight” years ago. That was the primary purpose of their Agile transformation.

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Musings on Project Management

JUNE 9, 2023

What to make of chains and funnels? And, if I also stick in anchors, does it help? What I'm actually talking about is conjunctive events, disjunctive events, and anchor bias:Conjunctive events are chains of event for which every link in the chain must be a success or the chain fails. Success of the chain is the product of each link's success metric.

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Leading Agile

JUNE 8, 2023

Mike Cottmeyer debates ChatGPT and sits down with Dave to discuss what it really means to scale Agile. Over the course of the podcast, Mike and Dave explore the difference between Agile principles and practices, cloud migration, and what the Agile industry can learn from the US Air Force’s concept of Agile, Open, and Digital. Want to Listen Instead?

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 4, 2023

In the world of project management, troubled projects can be a source of frustration, stress, and disappointment for both teams and stakeholders. These projects often fail to meet their objectives, experience delays, exceed budgets, or even result in complete failure. While every project is unique, there are common underlying causes that contribute to their troubled state.

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Productivity Land

JUNE 7, 2023

In today’s modern workplace, the traditional hierarchical structure is becoming more and more a thing of the past. As new technologies enable companies to become more agile and adaptable, team working models have had to evolve in order to keep up. But which team working models are best for driving productivity? In this blog post, we’ll explore five research-backed team working models for driving productivity in the workplace.

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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.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 6, 2023

There’s one thing that all businesses have in common with project management: money. Without funding and the proper budgeting process, projects in any industry grind to a halt. Budgeting is how those funds are spent. But first, let’s define what a budget is and explore the types of budgets and methods for making a budget. By understanding the budgeting process for business and project management , it’s easier to understand how to make a budget for your company or project.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 6, 2023

The Scrum framework has transformed how teams approach complex work by creating an environment where teams use structured collaboration to deliver value sooner and focus on continuous improvement. The framework’s Sprint Retrospective event serves as a pivotal moment for teams to reflect on their progress, identify areas for improvement and plan for enhanced productivity in future sprints.

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 9, 2023

THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS. WE MAY EARN A COMMISSION IF YOU CLICK A LINK AND MAKE A PURCHASE. IT DOES NOT COST YOU EXTRA. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! In today's fast-paced projects, time is a valuable resource. We often find ourselves struggling to accomplish everything on our to-do lists, leading to stress and burnout. However, by adopting efficient strategies, we can optimize our time and increase productivity.

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Planio

JUNE 5, 2023

The best leaders do more than just plan projects and assign tasks - they inspire their team to do great work by taking the time to build trust and show respect. Unfortunately, being “inspirational” isn’t as clear cut as other project management skills. It’s all too easy to come across as insincere, or worse, like you’re trying to manipulate or persuade your team into doing things they don’t want to (such as working long hours and hitting burnout ).

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 7, 2023

Manufacturing a product or constructing a building is a complicated process, which in turn makes determining the price for that product equally difficult to discern. There are many factors that must be considered, and project managers use a cost breakdown structure to help them determine the cost of that product. Using a cost breakdown is essential to developing a sound cost breakdown analysis and selling that product or delivering the project at a profit.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 5, 2023

TL; DR: Can ChatGPT 4.0 Create Scrum Master Interview Questions? Previously, I tested how ChatGPT would answer questions from the Scrum Master Interview Guide; see below. Back in January 2023, I would not have taken the next step in the Scrum Master interview process, inviting ChatGPT to a full-size interview with several Scrum team members. So, if the GPT 3.5 or 4.0 models still need to be better to pass the interview hurdle, what about their capability to create similar interview questions?

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Online PM Courses

JUNE 4, 2023

Why should anyone sponsor and fund a project? It is your Business Case - or Project Proposal - that sets out the answer. The post Project Business Case: How to Create the Perfect Project Proposal appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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Velociteach

JUNE 5, 2023

The podcast by project managers for project managers. Sometimes a project can feel like a three-ringed circus! You are managing the schedule, the budget, and the requirements, and at the same time, you’ve got to consider the stakeholders, team members, and the organization. We are taking a look at the early 20th century traveling circus to see how they kept the circus performing as a “well-oiled machine.

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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.

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The IIL Blog

JUNE 7, 2023

By Harold Kerzner, Ph.D. and Elissa Farrow, Ph.D. Every year, numerous articles are written that describe new approaches to management and leadership practices. The applications for the new approaches cover all industries and situations. The focus of this paper is to discuss some of the challenges facing the linkage between artificial intelligence (AI), project management, and stakeholder relations management.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 8, 2023

In Kürze: Kann ChatGPT 4.0 Scrum Master Interviewfragen erstellen? Bisher habe ich getestet, wie ChatGPT Fragen aus dem Scrum Master Interview Guide beantworten würde; siehe unten. Im Januar 2023 hätte ich den nächsten Schritt im Scrum-Master-Interviewprozess, ChatGPT zu einem Interview mit mehreren Teammitgliedern einzugeladen, nicht unternommen. Wenn also die Modelle GPT 3.5 oder 4.0 noch besser werden müssen, um die Hürde des Interviews zu nehmen, wie sieht es dann mit ihrer Fähigkeit aus, ve

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PM Times

JUNE 7, 2023

As we enter a new era of technological advancements, it’s no surprise that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm. From self-driving cars to virtual assistants, AI has revolutionized the way we live and work. When it comes to project management, AI is rapidly becoming an indispensable tool for businesses looking to boost […] The post Is Artificial Intelligence the Future of Project Management?

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Velociteach

JUNE 7, 2023

Agile seems like a mystery to many. It has an unfamiliar vocabulary and practices. To outsiders, it feels like an exclusive club. However, when we step back and inspect agile, we see that it follows common, recognizable patterns from our daily lives. Imagine it is Thursday evening. Your family is planning the upcoming weekend. There is a fixed amount of time and many things to do.

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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.

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Productivity Land

JUNE 8, 2023

Whether it was due to familial obligations, economic hardship, or personal circumstances, not every adult had the opportunity to complete their high school education. However, it’s never too late to consider going back to school and earning a high school diploma – and with online education now widely available, it’s become easier than ever.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 9, 2023

Teams are more effective when they leverage automation to become more responsive. For example, by automating recurring tasks that are necessary for a release. Several studies have investigated how (release) automation support organizations in becoming more Agile. Kuusinen et. al. (2018) surveyed decision-makers in a large organization and found that automation reduces manual tasks, but requires a cultural shift to encourage investment in proper developer practices and technologies to support i

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PM Times

JUNE 6, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving IT landscape, leadership styles play a pivotal role in shaping the culture and success of companies. With unique challenges and demands, it is crucial for leaders to adopt effective approaches that resonate with the modern workforce. Among many leadership styles, there are two prominent styles within IT companies – servant leadership […] The post Shu-Ha-Ri and Servant Leadership appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and J

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GoSkills

JUNE 5, 2023

Identifying and minimizing risk triggers is a key skill needed to become a master project manager.

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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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