Scrum.org

APRIL 9, 2025

This was an opportunity to explore how the principles of surfing can revolutionize product leadership and business agility. From Waterfall to Waves: An Agile Journey My journey began in traditional IT project management - a plan-driven waterfall approach. In a recent ProdPad webinar, I sat down with Janna Bastow for a fireside chat.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 24, 2024

By Dr. Al Zeitoun and Dr. Harold Kerzner July 24, 2024 The future of project management must have a balance between the tactical and strategic focus, in addition to a balance between digital and human. Q1) Based on your observation, what are the challenges facing project management now? Project Management (PM) 4.0

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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. Why the Pivot is Necessary Traditional leadership often relies on gut instincts and personal experiences.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Mastering Scrum is a journey towards collaboration, continuous improvement, and self-managing teams. This path enhances the efficacy of the Scrum framework and cultivates essential leadership qualities, making it a critical step for anyone aspiring to lead successfully in today's dynamic environments.

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Project Bliss

JANUARY 30, 2020

Design Thinking is a human centered approach to innovative problem-solving. I met with Michael Graber, Managing Partner at Southern Growth Studio in Memphis, TN, to talk about Design Thinking. His company works with clients to successfully solve problems using innovation and Design Thinking approaches. What Is Design Thinking?

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

If you are managing a product, you need to be clear about what drives value and what doesnt. BAU (Business-as-Usual) workbug fixes, maintenance, and tech debtis a silent killer of product innovation. The best product teams dont just balance BAU and innovationthey use BAU to accelerate innovation. Heres how: 1.

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Inloox

DECEMBER 4, 2024

I have interviewed our own project management specialists, Dr. Andreas Tremel and Dr. Tiziano Panico to get them to share their wisdom on what matters in project management in 2025. Companies that fail to bring innovative products and services to market in short release cycles are not truly agile.

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Scrum.org

MAY 3, 2024

Leadership is not always a static trait assigned to a single individual who directs and dictates from a place of established authority. Instead, in modern workplaces' VUCA or BANI arenas, leadership often emerges fluidly, tailored to specific situations and needs. The essence of this leadership style is its flexibility.

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Inloox

JULY 11, 2022

In practice, managers use both styles and adapt them for their teams or their company. The transitions are fluid, and the optimal leadership behavior can vary greatly depending on the industry, project or corporate objective. In everyday life of a company, therefore, leadership cannot be categorized so easily.

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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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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

. & Judith W Umlas October 23, 2024 THE NEED FOR PROJECT KINDNESS PRACTICES When was the last time you opened a project management textbook that included a section on demonstrating kindness during project management leadership? Have you heard speakers lecturing on project management discussing leadership kindness?

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 15, 2024

A succeeding Scrum Master helps the team move towards reliable delivery of quality, valuable increments while improving the overall environment’s health and fostering collaboration and self-management. The accountability of a Scrum Master transcends the boundaries of traditional leadership.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 17, 2022

The project manager is on the ground, running the team and keeping the daily operations of a project running smoothly. But who looks after the project manager? In project management, that position is called a project director. Project management tends to be a hierarchical methodology that has numerous tiers of command.

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2024

By Luigi Morsa and Richard Maltzman Introduction Lets start with a basic definition: Project management tools simplify everything from project planning to collaboration, helping meeting deadlines and deliver a more refined finished project [1]. Thats the good news. The bad news is that this complicates the decision on which to choose.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 10, 2024

The digital revolution, a globalized economy, and a shifting social paradigm demand a leadership approach that is both innovative and grounded in reality. This is where Evidence-Based Leadership (EBL) comes into play. Why Do We Need Evidence-Based Leadership?

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NimbleWork

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Project Management has come a long way from its traditional roots. With the rise of digital transformation , remote work , and the growing complexity of projects, the role of project managers has become more crucial than ever. What distinguishes these influencers in the landscape of project management thought leadership?

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The IIL Blog

JULY 10, 2024

LaVerne Johnson Founder, President, and CEO A look back at the history, impact, and evolution of International Project Management Day, and what lies ahead for the profession. What is IPM Day and Why It Matters The International Project Management Day (IPM Day) is our way of giving back.

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Project Accelerator News

JULY 15, 2024

Project management is the discipline of planning, executing, and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to the specified quality standards. It involves coordinating resources, managing stakeholders, and mitigating risks to achieve defined objectives.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 9, 2025

TL;DR: The Alignment-to-Value Pipeline Effective product development requires both strategic alignment and healthy Product Backlog management. Success depends on trust, collaboration, risk navigation, and focusing on outcomes over outputs. Jocko Willink refers to it as discipline equals freedom, or the dichotomy of leadership.

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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!

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Navigating leadership in complex work environments demands a nuanced approach, blending various tactics, practices, frameworks, and strategies. These principles, presented in no particular order, acknowledge the dynamic nature of leadership. We proactively manage risk by validating assumptions through direct engagement with customers.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This article explores the art of Agile leadership, delving into the challenges of finding the right equilibrium between allowing teams to self-organize and providing enough guidance and structure for seamless Agile execution. This not only fuels innovation but also encourages a growth mindset within the organization.

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Accidental PM

MARCH 16, 2025

Delegation is one of the most powerful tools available to a project manager. Yet, many managers struggle with it, often feeling like they need to do everything themselves to ensure quality and efficiency. Fear of Losing Control: Some project managers hesitate to delegate because they fear losing visibility into task progress.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 1, 2022

In the past I have interviewed Susanne Madsen on the topic of project leadership and her book, The Power of Project Leadership. I expected a book about leadership theory but what I got was a hugely practical guide to actually doing leadership with plenty of stories, examples and exercises.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

How organizations are structured, managed, and governed will be increasingly like that of digital natives. Self-Managing Teams— Self-managing, empowered teams are the engine of product delivery. Product leadership is empowered. The Agile Product Operating Model has seven characteristics.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 30, 2022

A program director is a part of the upper-management tier in an organization. They do everything from monitoring the budget to creating community programs to supervising other managers and developing better business practices. For example, in project management, a program director defines the programs and their objectives.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The effects of the pandemic have infiltrated every industry, and project management is no exception. Project management trends that were once standard are slowly being replaced by modern and innovative solutions. Hybrid Work is One of the Top 2022 Project Management Trends. The industry continues to evolve.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2024

By Rick Lemieux – Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of the DVMS Institute October 2, 2024 Human risk, the potential for human error, negligence, or malicious intent to compromise an organization, is an inherent and pervasive challenge in any organization. This unpredictability makes it difficult to anticipate and prevent human errors.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 14, 2019

Yes, they do enjoy profits, but those come when markets are consistent, where managers can plan accurately for a future that is clearly laid out before them. Related: 10 Resource Allocation Tips for Managers. At the center of any business agility framework is innovation. Of course, the world doesn’t work that way.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 19, 2019

In fact, in some lean or agile organizations, over-reliance on documentation is seen as a clear impediment to innovation and collaboration. Stakeholders: Whether they’re clients, vendors, upper management, departmental leaders or other contributors to the project, meet with them. Don’t forget to include a risk management plan.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 4, 2021

Recently I spoke with Lela Machaidze on Clubhouse about future trends in project management. The next topic that comes to mind for the future of project management is data science and analytics. Besides AI and automation, there will be different PM tools used for project management. Read next: Project Management Trends.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 22, 2019

Leadership, if anything, is a creative way to think and engage with people and situations, while guiding and setting an example for others. People who excel at divergent thinking tend to be nonconformists, curious, risk-takers and have persistence. But businesses don’t take risks are not going to advance.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

There’s no denying that project management today looks different to how it did even 5 years ago. Project management trends shape our profession. We see technology evolving, new tools, consolidation, innovation and more. How project management is evolving. 10 Project management trends you need to know.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 27, 2022

When I read Susanne Madsen’s book, The Power of Project Leadership. Often we think that leadership is about character and attitude (read my take on the traits of good leaders here ) and forget that you can actually practice being a better leader by coaching yourself in the right behaviors. I was struck by how practical it was.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 31, 2023

Project managers know that cooperation boosts productivity on projects and is beneficial in a team environment. Teamwork ensures that resources are well-managed and less time is needed to complete a project. And if that wasn’t enough, here are 10 reasons why teamwork is vital to effective project management.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 1, 2019

Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you crisis management techniques to help you successfully lead during a disaster. In Review – Crisis Management: How to Lead During a Crisis. But it is in a crisis when the true meaning of leadership is defined. Related: Common Leadership Challenges. Related: Free Risk Register Template.

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MPUG

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Accidental project managers are professionals who unexpectedly find themselves leading projects without formal project management training. However, they also face distinct challenges, including the need to quickly acquire project management skills and navigate complex project landscapes without prior experience.

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