The Best Tips for Accurately Estimating a Project
TimeCamp
JULY 30, 2019
Project management has existed forever now and with it – project estimation. Now it’s more.
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The Agile Manifesto, Explained
ProjectManager.com
JULY 31, 2019
Any good movement has a manifesto, which is a public declaration of policy and intention. There have been manifestos for art movements, political movements and just about anything you can think of. More along the lines of project management, though, is the Agile Manifesto. Agile is a bit of a controversial topic in the field. Some call it a methodology, while others refer to it as a framework.
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5 easy ways to boost your team performance immediately
Scoro
JULY 29, 2019
We are all aspired to work in high performing teams. In reality, it might not be as easy to achieve after all. According to Skip Prichard , only 10% of teams are high performing. This means that the majority of teams have something they could improve. And even if it’s not rocket science, it does require persistence and commitment from the organization, leaders and all team members. .
Risk Management: When All Hell Breaks Loose
Project Risk Coach
JULY 29, 2019
What would you do if all hell breaks loose in a critical company project that you are managing? You lose two of your best team members. Your budget is shot. A key stakeholder is breathing down your neck. Behind schedule by four weeks. You haven't slept well in two weeks. And you feel like throwing in the towel. Taking on Risky Projects Some projects are more risky than others.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
The Osborn Parnes Creative Problem-Solving Process
Project Bliss
JULY 30, 2019
The Osborn Parnes creative problem-solving process is a structured way to generate creative and innovative ways to address problems. If you want to grow in your career, you need to show you can provide value. This is true no matter where you sit in an organization. You likely do this in your day-to-day activities. But if you want to stand out, or do better than the minimum required for your job, you need to find ways to be more valuable to your company.
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Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 29, 2019
Social media has been awash with info on the changes to the PMP exam that take effect in December. The CAPM exam changes in September. And my inbox has been full of people asking what they should do. My advice is if you know you want to do the PMP or CAPM exams, do it now before the changes come in. The changes to the exam content don’t actually look that sweepingly different, but with any new exam comes a period of adjustment for candidates and examiners, and testing how the questions score.
Tool Overview: Celoxis—A Complete Project Management Solution
The Digital Project Manager
JULY 31, 2019
Celoxis is an award-winning project management software. Learn more about Celoxis’ features, benefits, integrations, and pricing in this overview. The post Tool Overview: Celoxis—A Complete Project Management Solution appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.
Moving Beyond Velocity
Scrum.org
JULY 29, 2019
In my role as an Agile coach and Scrum trainer, I get the chance to talk to a lot of Scrum Masters and teams. When I ask them about what their team is measuring, the most common answers I hear are velocity, story points, and burn-down charts. Makes sense, many Scrum Masters learn about those topics in an introductory Scrum course. Velocity may be fine when just getting started with Scrum, but armed with more knowledge and acting as a servant-leader, I want people to improve and get better busine
Statement of Work Template
ProjectManager.com
AUGUST 1, 2019
Before you start any project, it is crucial to have a statement of work (SOW). It details every step of the process, from activities and deliverables to the timetable. Capture all that data in our free statement of work template for Word by entering your email below. Download Now. Great! Please check your email for your download link. Just enter your business email below and we’ll email you the link to the download: Download.
The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide
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?
What can we do when a team member isn’t pulling their weight?
Kiron Bondale
JULY 28, 2019
One of the learners in a class I taught asked me how self-organizing teams would handle the situation where a single team member is not performing a fair share of the work. In a traditional, push-based work assignment model, this issue can also occur. Usually whoever has pushed the work onto the low performer will follow up with them in a timely manner and take direct steps to ensure that performance improves, the work gets re-balanced or the team member is replaced.
Free Project Management Software Selection Advice
The Lazy Project Manager
JULY 29, 2019
Crozdesk.com is the most advanced business software discovery platform out there. [link]. Check it our for free AI powered selection recommendations, based on your input criteria, for you and your organisation – today.
Are dependencies dictating your Product Backlog?
Scrum.org
JULY 31, 2019
A very common pattern I see among Product Owners is that dependencies heavily influence the order of their Product Backlog. Think for example about other teams that need to do something before you can continue (or vice versa). Or availability of vendors or partners. Imagine that the top or your Product Backlog consists of a significant amount of these kind of items.
Action Plan Template
ProjectManager.com
AUGUST 1, 2019
When you’re making a project, you start with a strategy. The action plan is that document. It outlines all the steps you need to do in order to accomplish your goal. Enter your email below and download your free action plan template for Excel and get on the road to success. Download Now. Great! Please check your email for your download link. Just enter your business email below and we’ll email you the link to the download: Download.
The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology
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.
Is Joining a PMO the Right Career Move for You?
LiquidPlanner
JULY 30, 2019
In your project management career, you’ll have multiple opportunities to perform different project management roles ranging from a project analyst to a program manager. A typical project manager career path takes this progression: Project Coordinator. Project Manager. Senior Project Manager. Program Manager. Portfolio Manager. One job role missing from the PM career path is a stint in the project management office.
How to Become a Project Manager – A Cursory Introduction
nTask
JULY 30, 2019
As fast as the digital world is changing, so are the jobs. The jobs that were in great demand a decade ago are almost non-existent now. This holds true for every industry, including project management. In order to lead the team in the right direction, a qualified and a skillful project manager is a must. A project manager is someone who acts as a glue and keeps things together.
Scrummer Quiz Part 4 of 5
Scrum.org
JULY 28, 2019
. Hard to believe but we have only two weeks left in our Scrummer quiz. But still two more chances to win a copy of Software in 30 Days , authored and autographed by Ken Schwaber himself. Just like in the weeks before, we will also add a complimentary Scrum Poster to the shipment of the winners. In the 4th round, we are revisiting the foundation and principles of Scrum and I believe we have some interesting questions about the essentials.
Executive Summary Template
ProjectManager.com
AUGUST 1, 2019
When you’re proposing a project, you need several documents to back up your proposal. An executive summary is a short overview that gives the elevator pitch that sums up the major points. Executive summaries are critical for getting projects approved and off the ground. Download the ProjectManager.com executive summary template for Word to have a dynamic executive summary.
15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence
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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?
Top 20 Project Management Methodologies & their Scions: Which One You Should Choose & Why?
Taskque
AUGUST 2, 2019
Project management has evolved quickly from a set of principles to a comprehensive domain of knowledge. The sheer number of project management methodologies can boggle your mind, especially if you are unaware of the pros and cons of each. As a result, you might end up choosing the wrong project management methodology, which is one of the main causes of project failure.
Why Time Constraint is the Most Important Project Management Constraint
MPUG
JULY 29, 2019
Frederick P. Brooks Jr., in his famous book, The Mythical Man-Month , wrote, “Adding human resources to a late software project makes it later.” His statement is popularly known as Brooks’ law. Even before the book was published, project managers and other project stakeholders knew that project duration cannot always be shortened by adding more resources.
The 5 “Don’ts” of Project Management
International Institute for Learning
JULY 29, 2019
By Liam Dillon, PMP, PMI-ACP, PgMP, PfMP. Senior Consultant, IIL | Managing Director/President, Turlon & Associates. Reading various blogs, articles and papers on how to be successful as a project manager got me thinking about what NOT to do as a PM. I have seen some major “do nots” throughout a 27-year career in project management and it is only in hindsight that these became my lessons for the future.
Surviving Agile 2019 w/ Priya Sethuraman
Leading Agile
AUGUST 1, 2019
We’re just days away from the start of the biggest Agile event of the year. Agile 2019 begins in Washington D.C. on August 5th and LeadingAgile will be there in full force. In this episode of SoundNotes, LeadingAgile Executive Talent Lead Priya Sethuraman joins Dave Prior to share some tips and advice for those attending the conference who want to make the most out of their time.
The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report
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ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!
Top 20 Project Management Methodologies & their Scions: Which One You Should Choose & Why?
Taskque
AUGUST 2, 2019
Project management has evolved quickly from a set of principles to a comprehensive domain of knowledge. The sheer number of project management methodologies can boggle your mind, especially if you are unaware of the pros and cons of each. As a result, you might end up choosing the wrong project management methodology, which is one of the main causes of project failure.
Split It Out (Part 2)
MPUG
JULY 28, 2019
More Ways to Separate your Project into Manageable Chunks. In Part 1 of my article “Split It Out,” we looked at ways to separate projects task into smaller parts or pieces that are more controllable. Let’s look together at a few more areas that can be split out for project success! Partnering it out. In today’s highly sophisticated industrial environment, it is often best to partner with other organizations that can perform special segments better (for example, subject matter experts), rather th
5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Team Performance Immediately
Scoro
JULY 29, 2019
We are all aspired to work in high performing teams. In reality, it might not be as easy to achieve after all. According to Skip Prichard , only 10% of teams are high performing. This means that the majority of teams have something they could improve. And even if it’s not rocket science, it does require persistence and commitment from the organization, leaders and all team members. .
You’re Going to Fall in Love With These Visual Project Management Tools
Teamweek
JULY 28, 2019
Did you know the U.S. Department of Labor ran a study that found people remember 65% more details when a task is coupled with visuals? And do you know the percentage of information they remember after a meeting where you simply talk with them sharing verbal information? Less than 10%. Keeping this in mind in relation to the fundamentals of project management , you may find that adding visual effects or even a creative program can boost the productivity of your team’s ability to complete tasks.
Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders
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.
What Skills Will Make You a Top Manager in 2022?
Epicflow Blog
JULY 29, 2019
The distribution of work between humans and machines will experience a significant shift between today and 2022 according to The Future of Jobs Report by the World Economic Forum. Up until now, around 71% of all work in such industries as aviation, financial services, automotive, and energy utilities has been performed by humans. However, by 2022, this number is expected to drop to 58 %, with 42% of tasks being performed by machines.
Business Analysis for Internet of Things (IoT) Projects
Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives
AUGUST 1, 2019
Once Upon a Time , computers lived in large ventilated rooms. Then they moved to your desktop. Then they moved into mobile phones, and smart traffic lights and more recently ‘black boxes’ for automotive insurers. Once Upon Another Time , Business Analysis was only performed in large companies, with large mainframes and even larger teams that spanned IT, marketing and finance.
The Gantt Chart – The MVP of Project Portfolio Management
Meisterplan
AUGUST 2, 2019
If you’ve ever managed many projects or portfolios at on ce, you ’ve probably heard of or at least seen a Gantt chart. Gantt charts are a powerful tool for portfolio and task management used by professionals across a wide variety of industries. While now they are almost exclusively created and edited on computers, they were actually created long before computers and the internet.
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