The IIL Blog

AUGUST 7, 2024

By Veronica Thraen You’ve just landed your first project management gig and are getting ready to kick off a project – congratulations! As a new project manager, I remember being excited but a little nervous at the same time. Would the team respect me even though I am new to the profession? Would they accept my ideas, and would I be able to appropriately convey any concerns or red flags?

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Planio

AUGUST 5, 2024

Making decisions is hard work. When you combine conflicting stakeholder opinions, complex data sets, and tight deadlines, it’s no surprise that 85% of us suffer from decision-making distress. Analysis paralysis restricts our ability to make effective decisions, rendering us stuck in the mud as overthinking and complexity take over. But we simply can’t afford to be stuck for long.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 7, 2024

The short answer is yes, they can. First, what's the difference between a Scrum team, a Project team and a Product team? A Scrum team is a team using Scrum to deliver value. A Project team is a team formed to deliver a Project. A Project is a temporary endeavor with a scope, timeline and budget. A Product team is one or more Scrum teams that have been formed to support a product or service.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 5, 2024

Let me tell you about the time I missed a key stakeholder during a project. She rang me on the day the project went live, unsurprisingly upset that I had not consulted her. The deliverable we’d created did affect her team, and no one had bothered to tell her. Oops. So I know firsthand that stakeholder registers can be really useful tools to ensure everyone is identified and bought into the project at the most appropriate times.

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Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro

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NimbleWork

AUGUST 8, 2024

Have you ever felt like your organization has untapped potential, hidden behind a maze of disconnected software systems and siloed data? The secret to unlocking this superpower lies in the strategic integration of your project management software with your existing business tools. Think about it – what if you could seamlessly pull real-time customer insights into your project timelines?

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Celoxis

AUGUST 6, 2024

Implementing project management software enhances risk management by predicting, mitigating, and monitoring risks, ensuring project success and efficiency.

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The IIL Blog

AUGUST 7, 2024

With Guest Kevin Smithwick , hosted by Dr. Leon Herszon Join Dr. Leon Herszon on “Inside Stories” as he interviews Kevin Smithwick, Director Global PMO for a large multi-national medical devices company. Explore Kevin’s journey in project management, the challenges of implementing new methodologies, and the key success factors for transformation. Gain valuable insights and practical advice for today’s leaders!

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ActiveCollab

AUGUST 6, 2024

Navigating the complexities of project management requires more than meticulous planning and execution—it requires an astute understanding of demand management. Demand management anticipates and orchestrates resource needs, ensuring project demands are met without overextending organizational capabilities. This strategic practice is vital for maintaining a balanced workload, optimizing resource allocation, and aligning project outcomes with business objectives.

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PM Times

AUGUST 7, 2024

Project management (PM) developed over time and will continue to evolve as innovative technologies and practices are embraced. Rules of PM are sometimes brandished around as if they are things that never waiver, things that are a must-have. These include scoping the project, creating the project charter, asking for stakeholder input, managing budgets and timelines—and […] The post Owning the Rules of Project Management appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 6, 2024

Projects are made or broken by how time is managed. Planning, scheduling, monitoring and controlling are all key elements of project management that work to ensure the time spent and progress made over the life cycle of the project is as efficient as possible. Allocating resources helps to complete tasks on time and keeps the project on budget. While project management software is the best solution for managing project time, templates can also help.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 8, 2024

As project managers transition to Scrum, understanding how to enhance the Scrum framework with complementary practices is crucial. Scrum's minimalistic design includes only essential elements, leaving room to incorporate additional practices that can be adapted or changed as teams evolve and discover more effective methods. Potential Dangers for Traditional Project Managers: Misunderstanding Scrum’s Flexibility: Some project managers might attempt to modify the core elements of Scrum itself rath

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Leading Agile

AUGUST 7, 2024

Complexity stands in the way of application agility. At its core, a complex system creates a fear of change. Once that fear takes hold, organizations and engineering teams mitigate it by adding layers of processes to ensure quality. This results in a development culture where code is only ever added, not changed or removed, to avoid the risk of unintended bugs.

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MPUG

AUGUST 4, 2024

I. Introduction In today’s complex business environment, organizations must balance the needs of various stakeholders while staying true to their core purpose. At the heart of this challenge lies the mission statement—a powerful tool that, when properly analyzed and leveraged, can significantly enhance stakeholder management. Mission statements articulate an organization’s purpose, values, and goals.

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Speaker: Jamie Bernard

Success in product management goes beyond delivering great features - it’s about achieving measurable financial outcomes that resonate across the organization. By connecting your product’s journey with the company’s financial success, you’ll ensure that every feature, release, and innovation contributes to the bottom line, driving both customer satisfaction and business growth.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 7, 2024

General contractors strive to maintain each job’s profit margin, so it makes sense that the construction project will be monitored closely to ensure it’s progressing as planned. A work-in-progress (WIP) report is one of the tools used to track the budget. To understand what a WIP report is, we’ll first look at what work in progress is in construction, define the WIP report and how to make one, and then list the components of a thorough WIP report.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 7, 2024

Was verspricht Scrum? Spätestens nach 30 Tagen steht den Kunden eine neue und nutzbare Version des Produkts zur Verfügung. Das ist der Kern von Scrum. Unternehmen, die Scrum einführen, versprechen sich genau das davon. Und die vorrangige Aufgabe eines Scrum Masters ist es, dieses Versprechen für das Unternehmen einzulösen. Darin besteht sein Wert. Unerfahrene Scrum Master stehen damit nicht selten vor einer Herausforderung.

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NimbleWork

AUGUST 5, 2024

Continuous improvement is a cornerstone of organizational success in the modern business landscape. The OKR (Objectives and Key Results) framework serves as a powerful catalyst for this ongoing enhancement, providing a structured approach to goal setting, progress tracking, and performance evaluation. By implementing OKRs, companies can cultivate a culture of constant refinement, enabling them to adapt swiftly to market changes, learn from past experiences, and consistently elevate their operati

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Scoro

AUGUST 6, 2024

Do your projects often run into unexpected roadblocks? Are some team members constantly overworked while others sit idle? If this sounds familiar, take a closer look at your resource planning. Effective resource planning can prevent missed deadlines, uneven workloads, and wasted talent—all while boosting your project success rates. Here’s how to get it right: What is resource planning?

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Alan Parker Blog

AUGUST 5, 2024

A free Secure Development Policy for you to download and use. Overview of the Secure Development Policy The Secure Development Policy is a comprehensive framework designed to integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle. It aims to ensure that all software development activities within the organization prioritize security to protect systems, data, and users from potential threats.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 4, 2024

Diese Daten zur „Reife“ eines Scrum Masters lösen zurzeit viele Diskussionen aus: Ich halte es für sehr hilfreich, dass ScrumMatch diese Informationen veröffentlicht hat. Sie ermöglichen einen tieferen Einblick in die Arbeit, Wirkung und den Erfolg von Scrum Mastern. Was ich bei der Diskussion allerdings vermisse, sind konkrete Hilfestellungen. Aus meiner Sicht ist es wenig hilfreich für die Agile-Community, dieses Bild zu reposten.

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NimbleWork

AUGUST 8, 2024

Many organizations have long depended on KPIs to gauge their progress, but KPIs alone might not be enough to truly drive growth and alignment. That’s where OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) come into play—offering a smarter approach to setting ambitious goals and achieving measurable results across the team. Let’s explore the top six reasons why switching from KPIs to OKRs can turbocharge your company’s growth. 1.

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UPQODE

AUGUST 9, 2024

BDOW! (formerly known as SUMO) has long been a popular tool for creating popups, growing email lists, and optimizing conversions. However, as the digital marketing landscape evolves, many businesses are seeking alternatives that offer more features, better pricing, or improved integration options. Whether you’re looking for more advanced targeting, a different user interface, or simply exploring options that better align with your business needs, this article provides an overview of the be

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Speaker: Leslie Grandy, Product Executive & Drew Weaver, Senior Program Manager

Are you considering a shift to product management or just starting your journey as a Product Manager? Join Leslie Grandy and Drew Weaver for an insightful webinar designed to help you seamlessly transition into this dynamic role. Whether you're looking to pivot your career or enhance your existing skills, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to succeed!

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Alan Parker Blog

AUGUST 5, 2024

A free Supplier Security Policy for you to download and use Overview of the Asset Management Policy The Asset Management Policy is a comprehensive document designed to provide a framework for managing and safeguarding the assets of an organization. This policy outlines the processes and procedures for identifying, classifying, managing, and protecting assets throughout their lifecycle.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 5, 2024

Explore the power of self-managing teams within the Scrum framework and discover why they're crucial for innovation and adaptability in this Responsive Advisors Lightning Round with Professional Scrum Trainers Robb Pieper , Greg Crown , and I. Learn how self-management can help identify team challenges early, improve problem-solving, and enhance agility.

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Brett Harned

AUGUST 9, 2024

I’m lying in my backyard by the pool with my shirt off (totally normal behavior), thinking about how it took a lifetime to get to a place where I feel comfortable being shirtless in front of others. I spent no less than 30 years of my life dodging shirtless situations with a low-grade, internal panic over the idea of having to show my body. There were times I avoided those situations successfully, but there were others where I had to bare my skin and stand there, feeling self-conscious, a

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International Institute for Learning

AUGUST 7, 2024

La culture du projet d'avenir : Un leadership inspirant Par Harold Kerzner, PhD. et Al Zeitoun, PhD. Résumé Dans ce livre blanc, nous aborderons quelques éléments pour entamer le dialogue sur ce que pourrait signifier un “leadership inspirant” et pourquoi il est essentiel de conduire et de motiver les générations futures, y compris les plus jeunes personnes d’aujourd’hui, la génération Alpha.

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Speaker: Kat Conner

The challenge of delivering the right product at the right time while aligning with strategic objectives is more pressing than ever. Product management is evolving and gaining greater recognition as the means to creating this connection. Join our upcoming webinar and learn how to streamline your product development processes, infuse product thinking across the organization, and bridge the gap between vision and delivery.

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