The IIL Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The energy and utilities industry is facing one of the most significant transitions in its history. In this complex and dynamic landscape, strong project management is paramount, essential for driving innovation, ensuring efficiency, and meeting sustainability goals. of investment wasted for every $1 billion spent.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2024

No matter what industry youre in, whatever project youre leading, these tips on measuring your progress are sure to help your project achieve success. The earlier problems are spotted, the easier it is to implement corrective measures and reduce risk. Thats all well and good, but how does one measure project progress ? Glad you asked!

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Epicflow Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The pharmaceutical industry is on the guard of people’s health and well-being. At the same time, it faces numerous complexities, challenges, and risks that can hamper the implementation of the main mission of the domain—making people healthier and saving lives. The pharmaceutical industry has strict standards and regulations for drugs.

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Accidental PM

MARCH 30, 2025

Project management has become a vital skill across industries. Agile, Scrum, and traditional project management methods each offer unique benefits depending on the nature of the project and the industry. Industries where Agile thrives include software development, technology startups, marketing, and creative agencies.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 10, 2024

IPM Day is not only a day of recognition, but also a day of learning, networking, and innovation for project managers, teams, and executives around the globe. It has gone from being a specialized field, to a critical skill that is needed in all organizations in all industries, and at all levels.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 14, 2025

Are Your Traditional Portfolio Processes Inhibiting Innovation and Agility? Teams operate in silos, unable to adapt or innovate. Missed Opportunities : You see competitors pivot and innovate while your organization struggles to maintain the status quo. Decision Paralysis : Uncertainty brings your business to a standstill.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 24, 2024

These new projects are strategic in nature, such as innovation, research & development, new product development and strategic planning initiatives. Many of the traditional project management processes, tools, and techniques used in operational projects do not apply to strategic or innovation projects. Project Management (PM) 4.0

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The IIL Blog

JULY 24, 2024

By Rick Lemieux – Co-Founder, DVMS Institute July 24, 2024 Cybersecurity project managers manage risk and threats in cybersecurity projects. Benefits of Effective Project Management in Cyber Security Risk Management Effective project management can benefit organizations in the cybersecurity risk management industry.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2024

These striking innovations, which look like toys, are the facade of a profound shift in the industrial paradigm based on speed of change, open-source, decentralization, and composability. How can Scrum principles be applied in the defense industry? To innovate, the cost of change must tend toward zero. The problem?

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Scrum.org

APRIL 23, 2024

In the rapidly evolving business landscape, the shift from intuition-based decision-making to innovation-driven leadership is not just beneficial—it's essential. Evidence-Based Leadership: Steering Toward Innovation EBM-based leadership takes this concept further by integrating evidence into the leadership ethos itself.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Organizations have to explore the proposal and determine if its a good fit for them in terms of risk, reward, resources and so on. A feasibility report in project management is a detailed analysis that evaluates the practicality, risks and potential success of a proposed project before committing significant resources.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The effects of the pandemic have infiltrated every industry, and project management is no exception. The industry continues to evolve. Project management trends that were once standard are slowly being replaced by modern and innovative solutions. Hybrid teams are all around us, regardless of the industry.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This is a fun and unique conference that brings together experts across many industries to learn from each other. The main takeaways will be about leveraging technologies for improved decision making, governance and risk management, and a deep dive into AI. The speakers will be covering the latest innovations.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 4, 2025

This mindset enables fast pivots, minimising the risk and maximising openings. Encouraging diverse perspectives to help foster innovations. These empowered teams are more engaged and innovative and will possess better problem-solving abilitiesall things that every start-up needs to be set up for scale.

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Binfire

JANUARY 13, 2025

Huge risks are at stake; project-specific losses and the firms reputation and financial status could be compromised in a data breach. Also, cloud providers have an appreciation of the issues at risk. Additionally, cloud services meet the industries’ high standards and corresponding legal requirements.

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International Institute for Learning

JANUARY 30, 2020

We are excited to bring you this blog post on Innovation Project Management, which is adapted from Dr. Harold Kerzner’s new book of the same title. Below, he explains why this topic is so important, the types of challenges that innovation project managers face, and much more. Get your copy today! Order on the IIL website.

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Musings on Project Management

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Recently heard: this lament from IT innovation workers:[We] encounter ironclad corporate hierarchies and resistance to change, a paradox in [our] industry that thrives on innovation and risk-taking."They" They" want things in a particular order; they want case studies and past experience. IT doesn't work like that.

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NimbleWork

OCTOBER 21, 2024

These top 25 influencers for 2025 aren’t just keeping up with the trends—they’re setting them, reshaping how teams collaborate, innovate, and deliver in today’s fast-paced world. These individuals do more than simply adapt to change; they anticipate and shape it, offering insights that resonate across industries and methodologies.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The word project, however, can mean different things depending on the industry in which the business is involved. Qualifications for a business project manager depend on the industry in which they’re working. These aren’t projects in the sense that they create revenue for the business. Let’s take a moment to review them.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 30, 2022

They can be found in nearly every type of industry but are most common in business and healthcare. Of course, a program director’s responsibilities depend on the industry and employer. Identify and mitigate issues and risks. Innovation is also important. Others focus solely on specific departments. Job Summary.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 17, 2022

They work in industries as varied as construction to IT. Project directors are responsible for the successful conclusion of the project by providing leadership, strategically managing risk, monitoring finances and making sure that each phase of the project starts and ends on schedule. Below is a project director job description sample.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Some call these advancements in manufacturing Industry 4.0 or the Fourth Industrial Revolution. It does this by connecting equipment, integrating diverse industrial data, securing industrial systems and protecting a manufacturer’s intellectual property. What Industries Use Smart Manufacturing?

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NimbleWork

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a pivotal force in project management, transforming how organizations handle tasks such as scheduling, resource management, and risk assessment. The technology’s ability to analyze vast data sets, predict potential risks, and automate mundane tasks is revolutionizing traditional project workflows.

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MPUG

OCTOBER 15, 2024

While these innovations have brought about remarkable advancements, they have also, at times, diverted attention from the core principles of project controls: Schedule Management, Cost Management, Risk Management, and Quality Management. This is a misconception.

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Epicflow Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2024

If so, it’s hardly surprising—a great number of projects are exposed to industry challenges or unfavorable external events. Neglecting these risks can lead to project delays, budget overruns, and even project failure, which will negatively impact a manufacturer’s reputation. For example, the manufacturing industry in the U.S.

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Epicflow Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The manufacturing industry faces numerous challenges that can affect the success of manufacturing project s, from supply chain issues to risks related to digital technology integration. Risk and Uncertainty. These risks require the closest attention and purposeful risk management efforts.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 28, 2021

When you need to manage risk, rolling wave planning is set up to let you pivot as needed if any of those risks become issues. Which Industries Benefit From Using Rolling Wave Planning? But there are other projects and industries that are a good fit for rolling wave planning and its iterative type of project planning.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 23, 2018

But when it was first released, Betamax was supposed to become the leader in the cassette recording industry. Betamax was an innovative product, and it even got to market before VHS. When you’re dealing with highly complex and dangerous projects like NASA, there’s always tremendous risk that needs to be tracked.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 18, 2019

It is made up of bits and pieces of industrial engineering, systems engineering, logistics management , operations management, procurement , information technology and marketing. This increases the value and reduces risk. That leads to creative thinking, which results in innovation and increased productivity.

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The IIL Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Using the Internet as an example, he observed that in the 1990s, there were bold predictions that the Internet and the web would disrupt the retail, advertising, and media industries. Risk Management. Effective risk management has to be proactive. is an Aerospace Engineer and Project Manager working in the Aircraft Industry.

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The Lazy Project Manager

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Compared to other industries, where productivity has steadily increased, productivity in Project Businesses has remained stagnant and even declined. If we look at this McKinsey & Company study , one of the main reasons stems from poor project management and the lack of technological innovation and adoption. The Way Forward.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 4, 2022

There are many different types, from design-bid-build, design-build and construction manager at risk to integrated project delivery, job order contracting and public-private partnerships. While there are others, we don’t focus on them because they’re more niche or less used in the industry. Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR).

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 29, 2019

Stevens is a podcaster, author, speaker and works with women in project management to reinforce within themselves their true value to their team, company and industry. It’s a process, a mindset and a shift to keep our global economy sustainable, innovative and engaged. It’s Time to Change the Ratio.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 2, 2019

Jennifer noted that it comes from industries that are regulated, and for good reason, though sometimes the process is outdated. Hindrance to innovation. The pros to red tape can lead to better working products and services, compliance and reduced risks. It’s hindrance to innovation because of bogging things down.

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NimbleWork

JANUARY 26, 2025

To thrive in the field of project management, it is important to stay informed about the latest trends, effective techniques, and industry best practices for ongoing professional development. One of the most effective ways to do this is by attending leading industry conferences. Dont miss the Agile Alliance Conference.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2024

AI’s impact on project management is multifaceted, influencing everything from decision-making processes to resource allocation and risk management. Dr. Herszon has experience leading teams to improve performance and manage business transformation focused on agility, transparency, teamwork, experimentation, and innovation.

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MPUG

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

They consider the resources needed, potential risks, and strategic alignment for the next phase. This Janus-like approach ensures that projects only advance when they are genuinely ready, minimizing risks and maximizing the chances of success. Quigley, Risk Management, Boca Raton: Auerbach Publications, 2024. [4] Pries and J.

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