ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Theres more than one way to manage a project. Over time, dozens of project management methodologies have been developed to deliver successful projects. As the industry moved into the digital age, different types of project management software have been created to reflect those project management methodologies. Before getting into the types of project management software available to run projects more efficiently and effectively, well explain the reason for the variety of project management tools

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Celoxis

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Explore the difference between Project Management and Project Portfolio Management. Use strategic planning to align project goals for efficient success.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The Bad Apple Effect can deeply sabotage a teams performance and development. Recently, I had an eye-opening experience outside of the professional world that showed me just how much individual negativity can damage a group. Both my sons play football - one at the academy level and the other at grassroots - and despite the differences in levels and commitment, I noticed the same troubling patterns emerging over time.

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GanttPRO Project Management

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Business success often depends on detailed planning, which can be visualized using a project timeline and trusted online tools like Microsoft Excel. If you’re wondering how to create a project […] The post How to Create a Project Timeline in Excel: 3 Different Ways & Alternative Approach first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.

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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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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Project portfolio management (PPM) software improves project efficiency, leads to better resource utilization, and provides real-time visibility to keep projects aligned with business objectives. Oracle PPM has many apps and tools dedicated to this discipline. Lets see what Oracle project portfolio management has to offer by first defining Oracle PPM software and who should use it.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 18, 2024

They tell us a story of slow, centralized decision-making, often related to classic program management culture combined with an iron spaghetti portfolio where delivering product outcomes often requires wide collaboration across teams and even teams of teams. An agile, product-oriented portfolio relies mainly on providing strategic guidance and alignment, not managing every Portfolio Kanban board investment.

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Henny Portman

DECEMBER 18, 2024

A significant shift in emphasis is transforming key areas of project management. The focus has moved from output to outcome, prioritizing the delivery of sustainable value for organizations and stakeholders. Leadership now takes precedence over management, emphasizing seamless collaboration across all levels and roles within a project. Processes have given way to people, empowering collaborative, creative, and problem-solving individuals to drive project success.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 19, 2024

ServiceNow is a project portfolio management (PPM) tool designed to help organizations manage multiple projects, whether in a program or portfolio. But whether is this the right product for an organization is a question that can only be answered by exploring the software in detail. Thats exactly what well do; look at what ServiceNow for PPM is, what it does and how much it costs.

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MPUG

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Successful corporations will pursue innovative team-building activities that foster collaboration and elevate morale, which is a constant challenge. A unique and remarkably effective strategy emerges in this quest: forming music bands within the organization. This unconventional approach to team development is not just a break from the daily grind; it’s a powerful tool for enhancing employee teamwork, communication, and leadership skills.

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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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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 16, 2024

TL; DR: Pure Scrum? Can you rely on pure Scrum to transform your organization and deliver value? Not always. While Scrum excels in simplicity and flexibility, applying it out of the box often falls short in corporate contexts due to limitations in product discovery, scaling, and portfolio management. This article explores the conditions under which pure Scrum thrives, the organizational DNA required to support it, and practical scenarios where it works bestalong with a candid look at where it st

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

With Guest Jim Boland hosted by Dr. Leon Herszon: Discover the journey of Jim Boland, leader of IBMs Global Project Management Center of Excellence, on the Inside Stories podcast with Dr. Leon Herszon. Jim recounts his path from a startup in Ireland to spearheading IBMs project management strategies across the globe. Gain insights into the challenges of global expansion, the critical need for staying relevant in todays fast-paced world, and the game-changing role of generative AI in project mana

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Productivity Land

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The gaming industry is a dynamic and highly competitive landscape, with developers racing to create engaging experiences that captivate players worldwide. From indie studios crafting creative gems to AAA powerhouses delivering blockbuster franchises, assembling the right game development team is critical to success. Todays developers face challenges that range from keeping up with rapidly evolving technology to meeting the diverse demands of modern gamers.

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Teamweek

DECEMBER 14, 2024

38% of the workforce are full-time or part-time freelancers. As a company of one, managing your time efficiently and effectively allows you to deliver projects and get paid accurately. Many freelancers turn to time tracking apps to optimize their work processes, improve productivity, and turbocharge their billing. Throw in project management integrations, handy mobile apps, and detailed financial reporting, and its easy to see how time tracking apps are revolutionizing the way freelancers work.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 16, 2024

An executive recently posed a thought-provoking question: Weve been practicing Agile for seven years. Its supposed to bring improvements, right? But we keep adding people. Where are the freed-up resources? This question captures a common challenge in organizations scaling Agile. It highlights a key tension: if Agile is supposed to improve efficiency and effectiveness, why doesnt that translate into fewer people or reduced resource needs?

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Project Accelerator News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In the New Year, were back on a more serious trajectory with more Straight Talking on IT Project management with the top IT Project Management trends for 2025, and a January blog that will turn you from worrier to warrior! Right now, though, tis the season for letting your hair down and were in full festive mode! Welcome to our party! There are some brilliant IT project cracker jokes at the end (Thats subjective Ed) and as well as laughter theres music too!

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Productivity Land

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Image source: Pexels Processing payroll for remote employees can present logistical challenges for small businesses. The complexities of tax compliance, combined with limited resources, often make timely and accurate payroll processing a difficult task. Tax Compliance Challenges Remote work has created complications in terms of boundaries, leaving businesses wrestling with legal and financial hurdles.

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Hub Planner

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Wow, this year has flown by, and here we are wrapping it up! If youre reading this, hopefully, you’re just days away from slamming your laptop shut until 2025. Before we sign off, lets take a quick look at what we built this year. From big releases to those little updates that make a big difference. Design Update: A New Foundation This year, we took the first ste ps in r efreshing Hub Planners design , l ayin g the groundwork for a more cohesive and intuitive experience.

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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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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Elevating Katas are repeatable, structured patterns or routines introduced into an organizations ways of working that help teams and leaders build new capabilities, improve system-level performance, and elevate their overall approach to value delivery. The term kata comes from martial arts, where it refers to a choreographed practice sequence. In a business or organizational transformation context, a kata is similarly a deliberate routineone that is practiced repeatedly to reinforce learning, de

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Celoxis

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Explore the key differences between PM and PPM software to find the best project management tool for aligning projects with your business goals.

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Management Yogi

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In the earlier part, we learned:Need of Scaling in an OrganizationImportance of CIPSA Certification, worlds's only Practical Scaled Agile certificationOur Scaled Scenario (Multiple Kanban Teams)Scaling the Kanban Teams (using MS Project Agile)This is the second and concluding part. You can read the earlier part here.

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Epicflow Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The pharmaceutical landscape is constantly evolving, driven by digital innovation s and the need to respond to current healthcare challenges. What should pharmaceutical companies expect of the upcoming year? What solutions will they offer to satisfy complex patients demands? Lets dive deeper into the key trend s facing the pharmaceutical industry in 2025.

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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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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Recently, I delivered a webinar on product definition. It was a popular topic, with almost five thousand people registered and over 2000 attending live. I also addressed some open questions in a podcast discussion with Patricia Kong, PO of Learning, here at Scrum.org. The topic attracts many as they adopt the Agile Product Operating Model (APOM). Defining a product is essential when your operating model is based on products.

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Henny Portman

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In 2024 I reviewed many books and created several corresponding quick reference cards. The counter till so far: 348 book reviews, 143 QRCs. PMO Review Individual Competence Baseline Reference Guide ICB4 for PMO Review Projects: Methods: Outcomes Summary and review PMO Principles and PMO Services Principles Second Edition and Organizational, Portfolio, Program, and Project Principles Portfolio Management Review P5.express The minimalist portfolio management system Review Unlocking Business Agil

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Online PM Courses

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In this video, I answer two questions IT Project Managers need to know: what is technical debt and what is refactoring (code refactoring)? The post What are Technical Debt and Refactoring? appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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LiquidPlanner

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Latest Release | Push New Tasks to Jira Latest Release | December 16, 2024 We have added an exciting feature to our Jira integration. You can now create new tasks in Portfolio Manager and push them directly to Jira in a synced project. This new feature bridges the gap between Portfolio Manager and Jira, allowing you to add tasks in Portfolio Manager and update Jira projects seamlessly, saving time and improving collaboration for your team.

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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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