The IIL Blog

JUNE 20, 2024

Regularly ask for input through surveys, focus groups, and performance metrics. Adopt a Lean Mindset. Implement Lean principles to streamline processes and eliminate waste. Provide regular training on best practices, new technologies, and methodologies such as LEAN, ITIL® and Agile.

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Agilemania

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Source: 15th State of Agile Survey. Scaled Agile Framework is a knowledge base of proven, integrated principles, competencies for attaining business agility using Lean, Agile, Systems Thinking, and DevOps. Ensuring quality is an innate characteristic of Lean and Flow. SAFe is based on 10 Lean-Agile principles-.

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Project Accelerator News

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Scalability Issues May Hold You Back In a recent Deloitte survey, over half of CEOs (57%) plan to find opportunities for growth by embedding new technologies in their business model, frankly, you need to as well! Its not just systems Business Analysts are game changing in lean times! Outdated IT cant support business growth.

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The Strategic Project Manager

APRIL 30, 2024

However, the speed of change has made these methods less reliable – and ushered in a more lean-agile approach to metrics. This post examines the difference between ROI and Lean-Agile metrics, It identifies the key metrics of each, and the drivers behind those metrics. Value is delivered in small increments over time.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

Lean operations are a strategic approach that aims to improve efficiency and profitability in businesses. In this article, we will delve into the concept of lean operations, its principles, and the benefits it can bring to businesses. It requires a commitment to continuous improvement and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

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nTask

OCTOBER 4, 2018

According to a study by Forbes , 49 percent of the top managers surveyed by Forbes claim that the main reason for Scrum being successful is due to its focus on customers. Sustainable development, able to maintain a constant pace. One is a sub-category of the other. Rapid application development (RAD).

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Planview

JULY 22, 2022

Just 1% of bank decision makers surveyed in The State of Digital Banking, 2022, said they are not interested in implementing or expanding their digital transformation efforts at their organization, while the largest percentage (35%) report that they have implemented and are currently expanding their digital transformation efforts.

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Agilemania

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Therefore, if your company is in a growth phase and looking for long-term sustainability and profitability, it’s probably something you want to keep an eye on. The customer satisfaction feature provides this kind of survey where the sole purpose is to evaluate if customers are satisfied or not. SAFe® Lean Portfolio.

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Resource Guru

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Yes, we get that it seems harder to stay in the loop on a project when your team is working remotely—but micromanaging isn’t an effective or sustainable solution. As noted in GoodFirms’ 2021 survey, a lack of flexibility was the top reason why people voluntarily quit their jobs. 80% stronger work-life balance.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 23, 2019

sustainability. It looks like small cognitively-diverse (Syed, 2019) cross-skilled cross-functional teams or teams-of-teams using Agile, Lean, Lean/Agile methods, or the Agile Manifesto principles. sustainability. I tried sending out surveys, no one cared. effectiveness, ?frequency-of-impact, frequency-of-impact,

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LiquidPlanner

MAY 31, 2016

It’s the difference between a business that is doing OK, to one that is targeting real sustainable success. Let’s say you have a lean-and-mean startup that makes it big. Collaboration is key to getting great work done, but that’s harder to sustain as businesses grow. Consider doing anonymous surveys to get candid responses.

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Wrike

JULY 24, 2023

They analyze data, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements, such as lean manufacturing techniques or automation. They actively seek customer input, conduct surveys, and analyze feedback to identify areas for improvement. Improving: Operations managers continually seek ways to improve processes and enhance performance.

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Wrike

AUGUST 25, 2023

In this article, we will explore the concept of Kaizen Burst, its role in continuous improvement, implementation strategies, and how to sustain its impact. Understanding the Concept of Kaizen Burst Kaizen Burst is a lean methodology that focuses on making small, incremental improvements to processes, products, and services.

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Wrike

MAY 21, 2023

The ultimate goal of strategy is to position the company for sustainable success in the future. By focusing on both short-term and long-term goals, a company can allocate resources effectively, foster innovation and adaptability, and position itself for sustained growth.

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Wrike

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

In a survey conducted by United Healthcare, more than half of people with access to wellness programs claimed that those programs improved their health. Environmental Organizations have a unique opportunity to create environmental wellness programs to help promote sustainable living.

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Workamajig

JANUARY 11, 2021

Benchmarking: The process of surveying similar organizations running similar projects (or relying on external surveys) to arrive at the standard or baseline for the project. Lean : "Lean" is an approach towards project management that prioritizes minimizing waste and maximizing value.

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MPUG

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Lean, we’ll talk about just in time or we think about continuous process improvement. In fact, the most common surveyed methodology across organizations or the accidental project managers that are out there is something called GERD, which is the Get-R-Done method, right? There are a lot of different ways to approach this.

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Resource Guru

MAY 9, 2023

Another survey found that 52% of marketers fear burning out. And it certainly doesn’t translate to the day-to-day reality of running a sustainable agency fit for our times. As a small agency, we were laser-focused on ‘lean’ ways of working (another burnout risk, for sure!),

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MPUG

DECEMBER 15, 2019

Thank you all for taking that survey, and Kyle I did figure out how to get the screen working so now I can see those results, so thank you for that. Tad: Innovators, design thinkers, Agilists, these people, the lean teams and stuff, are very good at failing quickly, and they’re okay with that. 0% on other. Kyle: Oh, perfect.

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MPUG

JUNE 1, 2022

Definitely, there has to be the communications planning involved with that as well to more of a lean and effective type of method. We’re trying to sustain the walk of principles and goals to stay the course despite all of the various things that may try to tear it down or prevent us. Ultimately, how to tailor. Thank you, Jeff.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 13, 2020

Tip: Take 30 minutes of your time and run a simple survey by asking random colleagues about the product vision; you might be surprised by the variety of answers.) . To dive into the question of the business model, we utilize either the business model canvas or its cousin, the Lean canvas, if you are working for a startup.

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ProProfs Project Management

MAY 4, 2021

Lean Tools. Lean tools comprise three specialized techniques that are best suited to remove 8 types of process waste – defects, overproduction, waiting, non-utilized talent, transportation, inventory, motion, and extra-processing. Value Stream Mapping is the second of the lean tools, mostly used by manufacturing companies.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2017

In a recent survey, 93% of business leaders said technology is the primary driver of change in their markets. Many managers can crank out more with more time in the office, but this is neither sustainable nor desirable. Excelling in the face of increasingly demanding pressures is now a “do or die” situation.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 28, 2025

Surveys: Broader quantitative input. Using Agile & Lean Methodologies: How to leverage agile and lean principles for iterative development, faster feedback loops, steering with evidence, and reducing waste. Focus Groups : Deep dives into specific areas (e.g., Roadmapping, Discovery, Decision Making, Prioritization, Launch).

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Leading Agile

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

This discussion challenges the mainstream view of Agile as a set of practices or rituals, advocating instead for a broader, principle-driven approach that adapts to context and fosters sustainable value creation. Lean’s a good idea, RUP wasn’t a bad idea. I kind of skim ’em for content and kind of do surveys of them.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

Visualize a supervisor leaning over the shoulder of a team member, watching every move and commenting critically about everything they do. It provides tools for conducting employee surveys, analyzing feedback, and creating action plans to drive positive change [11]. Thats micromanagement.

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Teamweek

JANUARY 16, 2025

Top tip: One way to kick-start this is with pulse surveys, which usually contain 1-3 questions sent out at regular intervals to check your team’s “pulse” in real time.If You should also incorporate real-time feedback, and lean into being a support pillar for your employees and team.

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Teamweek

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Improved productivity By leaning on HCM software, you can automate tedious administrative tasks and win back time and resources to invest in employee development. Aligning with laws like FLSA or GDPR not only prevents risks but also builds employee trust for sustainable success. and Canada.

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Teamweek

JANUARY 21, 2025

Some frameworks, like Lean Six Sigma, promote continuous changes, while others, like the Burke-Litwin Model, encourage transformational shifts. Use employee surveys and questionnaires to collect evidence from your workforce, stakeholders, or customers. Is it strategic, cultural, operational, or related to org structure?

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Leading Agile

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

And when I get pressed into a corner, I’m fairly methodology agnostic, but when I get asked for which methodology I think is the most applicable or is the most right, I would probably lean towards large scale Scrum because it is a methodology that prioritizes for maximum encapsulation with minimal orchestration.

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