Project Risk Coach
JULY 23, 2018
It's easy to miss project risks. And, until a project manager has identified the threats and opportunities, the risks cannot be managed properly. Projects rise and fall with the project manager's ability to properly identify and manage their most significant risks. Project managers don't want to spend an inordinate amount of time identifying risks—rightly so.
ProjectManager.com
JULY 26, 2018
What has Zen got to do with the art of Project Management? Arguably, more than it has to do with motorcycle maintenance! But then, I don’t own a motorbike, and neither do I know how to maintain one. But I do know how to manage a project, and I have a fair idea of some of the main principles of Zen. Although, admittedly, they date back to a fascination with Eastern thought that many students have in their late teens and early 20s.
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Online PM Courses
JULY 23, 2018
When you have been Managing Projects for a while, you will start to notice that some things are always true. Each of these ‘ Project Management Rules ‘ reminds us of something important about Project Management, so I have been collecting them for nearly 20 years. I am sure the list in my notebook is far from complete. so, please do add your own to the comments at the bottom of this article.
ProjectManager.com
JULY 24, 2018
Before you can plan, execute and successfully complete a project, you must hire a project manager to manage it. A project manager is a difficult position to fill. They need a wide swath of skills, from a knowledge of methodologies to a mastery of communication. It’s hard to find a person who is both comfortable with process and adept at motivating teams to do their best.
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
JULY 25, 2018
My goodness, this article has been a mammoth job to put together. But I think you’ll be interested in the results of my tests. I was approached by the people at Reason8 to try their meeting transcription software, and together we decided the best test would be to do a market comparison and review similar tools. So we did. Reason8 were kind enough to pay for my time to do this piece of work, but all opinions are my own.
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Kiron Bondale
JULY 22, 2018
The sixth principle of the Manifesto for Agile Software Development is “ The most efficient and effective method of conveying information to and within a development team is face-to-face conversation “ We have all experienced situations in which our not seeing the person we were speaking with resulted in a misinterpretation of what was being said.
ProjectManager.com
JULY 25, 2018
Happiness is elusive. Everyone seems to strive for it and is unhappy with the effort and the mixed results. That’s because even if you achieve happiness, it’s only temporary. Happiness can’t exist without its opposite, unhappiness. That brings us to work. Unhappiness on the job feels epidemic. We’re sold on the idea that we should find something we love and then work towards a career doing that.
Ron Rosenhead
JULY 25, 2018
I have been asked many times to run a course, a workshop or facilitate a specific project management event for a client. One thing that is evident is the real pressure on people’s time. It is becoming increasingly difficult to release staff for project management training, or training of any kind. For this reason, we have teamed up with OnLinePMCourses to supply high quality and practical on line project management training that is cost effective.
The IIL Blog
JULY 26, 2018
By Dr. Willis H. Thomas, PMP, CPT . The Project Management Institute (PMI) ® Talent Triangle ® has addressed the need for project leadership competencies. Technical competencies can be thought of as the science or hard skills; whereas, behavioral competencies can be considered the art or the soft skills. It is important to have a balance of the hard and soft skills in the ongoing professional development of team members.
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.
Musings on Project Management
JULY 27, 2018
If you read "The World is Flat" then you know that for project management the world is a flat platform with nearly unlimited connectivity that allows nearly everyone to climb aboard, more or less equal in their access to function and data.
ProjectManager.com
JULY 23, 2018
As digital transformation continues to expand in business, the need for digital project management is also on the rise. Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you how to improve your digital PM in this tutorial video. Here’s a screenshot for your reference! In Review – 3 Ways to Improve Your Digital Project Management. Digital project management is expanding with the growing digital transformation of existing businesses, Jennifer said.
Leading Agile
JULY 25, 2018
Organizations that build and support software have many unique challenges. They also have quite a few common challenges. One of those is how to help new technical team members come up to speed on the technical environment, coding standards, naming conventions, code base, build and deploy tooling, version control standards and conventions, and so forth.
The IIL Blog
JULY 24, 2018
By J. LeRoy Ward, PMP, PgMP, PfMP, CSM, CSPO | Executive Vice President – Enterprise Solutions, IIL . Certainly, by now, you’ve heard of Watson, the superfast supercomputer that beat former Jeopardy! champions Ken Jennings and Brad Rutter on the game show back in 2011. Since then, IBM has been promoting Watson as a valuable “tool,” helping organizations such as: KONE to analyze data in elevators and escalators around the world to keep people moving smoothly, safely, and efficiently; KPMG to dr
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Musings on Project Management
JULY 24, 2018
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ProjectManager.com
JULY 23, 2018
As digital transformation continues to expand in business, the need for digital project management is also on the rise. Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you how to improve your digital PM in this tutorial video. Here’s a screenshot for your reference! In Review – 3 Ways to Improve Your Digital Project Management. Digital project management is expanding with the growing digital transformation of existing businesses, Jennifer said.
Growing Agile
JULY 23, 2018
The role of Scrum Master is a debate that has been been raging for over a decade. It is hugely misunderstood term and abused all over the world. I am grateful that this term crossed my life. If it wasn’t for this term “Scrum Master” I would never have truly learned what being a coach means, and how much difference it can make to a team.
The IIL Blog
JULY 26, 2018
By Yelena Ganshof, BrandBoosting Founder. Do you know that now there are over 3 billion people using social networks across the globe? Let’s name the most popular platforms: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube. I have been extremely active on social media in order to grow my own personal brand, and my clients’ as well: to get their brands noticed, help them build strategic partnerships and relationships, and connect with people to show the human side of their brands.
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.
TeamGantt
JULY 23, 2018
Project organization ensures your team knows how to reach your project goal. These simple tips & examples can help you organize your project for success.
Teamweek
JULY 25, 2018
They say practice makes perfect. I don’t know about perfect, but practicing definitely makes you better. Everyone has their own secret formula when it comes to project management. However, there are some key elements that, if practiced, can really set you apart from the rest. Here are the project management best practices that’ll get you started on the right foot.
Susanne Madsen
JULY 25, 2018
If you missed Part I of this post, check out the first two steps in recruiting an outstanding project manager here. STEP 3 – Consider the project manager’s personality type In additional to the above steps, you can generate further insight by considering the personality type you require. Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is an assessment tool, which isn’t normally used in recruitment.
Growing Agile
JULY 23, 2018
The role of Scrum Master is a debate that has been been raging for over a decade. It is hugely misunderstood term and abused all over the world. I am grateful that this term crossed my life. If it wasn’t for this term “Scrum Master” I would never have truly learned what being a coach means, and how much difference it can make to a team.
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.
Meisterplan
JULY 24, 2018
There isn’t always a right answer and there probably isn’t a unicorn around the next corner. You may have come across the acronym ‘ FOBO ’. It stands for ‘Fear Of Better Options’ and refers to a consumer trend where people are reluctant to make a decision, to commit to doing or buying something, due to a fear or belief that something better may appear, if only they delay long enough.
Teamweek
JULY 23, 2018
The project management industry should have a dictionary dedicated to defining the unique jargon used amongst its members. While there are many project management terms that sound like everyday words, their meaning is entirely different when used in the project management setting. Project managers and their teams are constantly working with both internal and external clients, vendors, and others who have learned these terms over time.
Paymo App
JULY 27, 2018
Every time you start a new project or a significant new initiative, you don’t just dive headfirst into the tasks. The first step is always planning. That’s because the steps you plan might not always look like what you thought in the first place. Setting up the roadmap for your actions is crucial for effectively executing tasks and making the most out of your resources.
LiquidPlanner
JULY 24, 2018
When people and priorities change, you need to figure out how it could put your schedule at-risk. You can take advantage of our features to help you understand where you are versus where you want to be; they will also prepare you to answer tough questions from your most important stakeholders. Here are some useful ways that LiquidPlanner will help you find bottlenecks in your schedule.
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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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