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Business Process Improvement: Steps & Methodologies

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Technology, labor, distribution and consumer demographics have all massively changed just in the last few years. As such, business processes need to be constantly evolving to adapt and bring satisfaction to the customer as efficiently as possible. Before we can improve the business process, we must first understand it.

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Quantity Takeoff in Construction: Process, Benefits and More

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They do this through the process of a quantity takeoff. What is quantity takeoff and when should this process happen in the construction project management cycle? Well address those questions, note who should be involved in the process, how to do it and why its so important. What Is Quantity Takeoff in Construction?

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Trello vs. Jira: In-Depth Software Comparison

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It’s a tool that can be used for any methodology due to its multiple project views. We’ll get into why ProjectManager beats Trello vs. Jira, but to be fair let’s do our due diligence. It has also been used in companies that work in manufacturing, analytics, marketing technology, nonprofits and more. Who Uses Jira?

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11 Project management skills employers expect you to have

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Plus, there are technical skills we have to consider -- employers definitely look for those too. One in five projects is unsuccessful due to ineffective communication, according to research by PMI (The Essential Role of Communications, 2013). I think the area will grow in importance over the coming 10 years.

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How to Integrate Your Tech Stack for Seamless and Practical Application

Speaker: Patrick Rohlfsen, Engagement Manager at Wrike | Frank Saladis, PMP, PMI Fellow, Trainer, Consultant, International Project Management Event Speaker | Chris Hare, PMP, Industry Principal, PMO at Wrike

With all of these needs, teams have adopted various project management tools and software to streamline their processes. This can be for a variety of reasons, but the most common issue is due to poor PM technologies. By the end of this webinar you will have learned how to: Effectively choose the right PM technology.

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Variation Order in Construction: A Quick Guide

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Theres a change order process to manage when there are requests for something new or altered in a construction project. Variations may arise due to design changes, unforeseen site conditions or client requests. Equipment specified in the contract is no longer suitable due to unforeseen conditions. What is a variation order?

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What Is a Technical Project Manager? (Job Description Included)

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There are many different project managers, but today we’re interested in focusing on just one, the technical project manager. Are you interested in becoming a technical project manager or are you in the market to hire one? What Is a Technical Project Manager? What Is a Technical Project Manager? Learn more.

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How to Optimize the Developer Experience for Monumental Impact

Speaker: Anne Steiner and David Laribee

As an innovative concept, Developer Experience (DX) has gained significant attention in the tech industry, and emphasizes engineers’ efficiency and satisfaction during the product development process.