November, 2024

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7 Ways Project Manager Roles Are Changing

ProjectManager.com

Project leadership is in flux and a good manager knows never to become complacent. Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you how your role is evolving. Here’s a shot of the whiteboard for your reference! In Review: 7 Ways Project Manager Roles Are Changing As Jennifer said, project manager roles are changing. The days of technical, scope, scheduling, budgeting, assigning resources and delivering deliverables on time have evolved to include soft skills such as conflict resolution, leadership, and even tre

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How to be Awesome at Getting Things Done

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Whether you’re planning an event or taking responsibility for getting tasks done, you’ll definitely have projects as part of your work – and you may even be leading some. In this introduction to managing projects training session, I will help you understand what a project is and how to balance the competing demands of time, cost and doing a good job in getting your work successfully over the line.

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Will AI Be the Death of Agile?

Green Project Management

This post might get me in trouble… Don’t get me wrong. Agile has been a lifeline, a safety net for organizations seeking adaptability without succumbing to disorder. It championed iteration, flexibility, and responsiveness as alternatives to rigid, outdated systems. But here’s a reality check: Agile has become another cog in the system it set out […] The post Will AI Be the Death of Agile?

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There's more to Organizational Agility than the Scrum Guide

Scrum.org

Let me start by saying that I am not demeaning the Scrum Guide in any way. The Scrum framework has changed the world for the better in ways that are impossible to fully quantify simply because of the scale of its impact. Teams are empowered - with Scrum - to respond and adapt to complex environments in ways that would have been impossible without the collaborative and incremental approach fostered by the Scrum framework.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Risk on the black diamond slope

Musings on Project Management

If you snow ski, you understand the risk of a Black Diamond run: it's a moniker or label for a path that is risk all the way, and you take it (for the challenge? the thrill? the war story bragging rights?) even though there may be a lesser risk on another way down.

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14 Free Software Development Templates for Excel, Word & More

ProjectManager.com

Software development lives in a digital world. Why would anyone want to use software development templates? But some software developers and their teams might not be ready to upgrade to project management software. If that’s the case, check out these free software development templates for Excel, Word and more. They’re just a sampling of all the free project management templates available to download on our site.

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The Power of Critical Chain Project Management: A Modern Approach to Project Delivery

MPUG

For project managers seeking to optimize their schedules and deliver projects more reliably, Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) offers a powerful alternative to traditional methods. This methodology, developed by Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt, challenges conventional wisdom about project scheduling and provides a systematic approach to managing uncertainty and resources.

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How to delegate the right way: 6 tips for managers

Planio

No one can do everything themselves — but that doesn’t stop us from trying. While most managers know the value of delegating work, they still try to tackle as much as possible on their own. A Microsoft survey of over 20,000 leaders and workers around the globe found that more than half of all managers feel like they have too much on their plate. There’s no denying that delegation is a hard skill to master.

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Financial Aspects in Agile Product Management

Scrum.org

Product Managers and Product Owners frequently have to balance market needs, user experience, customer outcomes, and technical feasibility. However, the financial point of view in product development is equally important but often gets overlooked. People who own or manage a product are often not fully equipped to handle the financial aspects of product development.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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The Future of Risk Management – Will AI do All the Work for Us?

The IIL Blog

By Jorgelina Bross-Puglisi November 6, 2024 “Expect the worst, prepare for the best” Probably you already know this phrase, but written the other way around. However, when it comes to AI impacting our work, we tend to expect the worst. Let’s explore the future of risk management in the age of AI. Risk management, a field traditionally rooted in human judgment, expertise, and data analysis, is undergoing a profound transformation.

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New! Story Point Planning

LiquidPlanner

Latest Release | Story Point Planning Latest Release | November 12, 2024 We are excited to introduce Story Points for planning and tracking work. Story points are enabled through Story Point Schemes, which map points to ranged estimates, capturing the complexity and uncertainty involved. When a story point is applied to a brand new task, an assignment row is created with an estimate, and work schedules are created as soon as a team member is assigned.

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7 Best Project Management Accounting Software

ProjectManager.com

Looking for a specialized tool designed to integrate project management functionalities with financial and accounting capabilities? There are many project management accounting software on the market, but it can be difficult to decide which is best for one’s projects and organization. But it’s important to manage and track progress, resources and timelines.

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The Hidden Factors Holding Agile Back In Your Organization

Leading Agile

Agile methodologies promised transformative value but, in many large enterprises, Agile has become commoditized—a standard process that teams follow rather than a strategic driver. Many transformation leaders find themselves marginalized as Agile is increasingly seen as “how we get work done” rather than a vehicle for business agility. In this session, we’ll explore why simply “doing Agile” often falls short of delivering meaningful value and what transformation leaders need to do to

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Top 10 Manufacturing Capacity Planning Tools

Epicflow Blog

Resource capacity planning is crucial for project success, and manufacturing projects are no exception. At the same time, it can become a real challenge in a dynamic and complex manufacturing environment. This is where powerful capacity planning software can make a difference. Read the article to learn about top capacity planning tools applicable to manufacturing projects and learn how to select the most suitable one.

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Increasing the Agility of Biotech Companies by Tuning their Scrum

Scrum.org

“ I am looking for people who dare to dream, not for people that will explain what cannot be done. ” —Jack Knott, Former E-Pack Digital Printing CEO Not too long before the COVID-19 pandemic broke loose, early 2020, I got a phone call from the Vice President of R&D of a biochemical startup company. He explained that the purpose of the company was to develop (and spearhead the development of) the next generation fast-charging batteries for electric cars.

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10 Tools & Tips to Level Up Your Project Management Game

The IIL Blog

By Proggio We’ll make this quick. As a project manager, you might be looking for new ways to make your life — and your team’s lives — easier. So you can get projects done on time and end the day with a clear mind. That’s where these PPM tools and tips come in. Whether you’re looking to optimize your resources or just organize your portfolio without ripping your hair out, try any or all of these 10 best practices to take your project management game to the next level. 1) Add more users to your pl

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Case Study: Peab Grundläggning – Simplifying Scheduling in Construction

Ganttic

You’d be hard pressed to walk past a work site in Gothenburg and not see the name Peab. As a construction leader across Sweden and the Nordics, it’s not surprising that so many new development projects bear the company’s logo. In fact, when some of the Ganttic team paid the Peab Grundläggning office a visit this past October, we were greeted with their signs as soon as we stepped off the train.

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Navigating Chaos in Project Management

This text offers practical guidance for project managers navigating diverse frameworks. It covers topics like centralized reporting, standardized metrics, communication, training, risk management, and alignment reviews. By implementing these strategies, project managers can improve efficiency and achieve their project goals.

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16 Bid Proposal Templates for Word and Excel

ProjectManager.com

Contractors bid for jobs. They have to outline what they’ll do, how long it’ll take and at what cost. Those estimates must be accurate or it can lead to a failed project or cut into the contractor’s profit margin. Using bid proposal templates is one way to ensure the bids are thorough and complete, covering all bases. ProjectManager has over 100 free project management templates for Excel and Word that can be downloaded now.

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Quantifying the Benefits of Agile for Better Transformation Results

Leading Agile

In this video, we explore the evolving landscape of Agile and examine why traditional frameworks may fall short in complex, large-scale organizations. While Agile principles have empowered small, cohesive teams to deliver value quickly, the real-world complexity of interdependent systems often demands a more proactive approach to orchestration and encapsulation.

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Project Management in Pharmaceutical Industry: Challenges and Opportunities

Epicflow Blog

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. Read the article to learn the peculiarities of pharmaceutical project management, the key challenges these projects face, and how you can overcome them with a robust project management tool.

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Relieving Product Owner’s burden

Scrum.org

In the market, Product Owners are most often referred to as product or business analysts who write requirements and are responsible for part of the product: loyalty programs , CRM , online channels , or parts of the customer journey. But this is not how the role of the Product Owner was envisioned by Scrum creator Ken Schwaber. In no way did I envision the Product Owner becoming a business analyst that was responsible for requirements engineering (Ken Schwaber).

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Hot Topics at IIL’s 20th Anniversary International Project Management Day Online Conference

The IIL Blog

By Lori Milhaven November 6, 2024 Where it started: Inspired by Frank P. Saladis, a prominent project management expert, in 2004 International Project Management Day was created to honor the valuable contributions of project managers worldwide. This initiative was then brought to the global stage by IIL, influenced by Dr. Harold Kerzner’s insights.

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Beyond Basics: Advanced SMTP Security for Business Email Protection

Binfire

It’s no secret that emails have revolutionized the way businesses communicate. Despite their convenience, however, emails are not without risks. Nearly 91% of phishing attacks originate from emails, making them a prime target for cybercriminals. This underscores the importance of securing email servers, especially for organizations handling large volumes of emails.

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8 Best Project Management Software for Architects

ProjectManager.com

Architects are one of the large group of professionals who are part of the construction project management process. Like the general contractor, engineer or field crew, their work is made more efficient by the use of project management software. But is there project management software for architects? Yes, there are many, which makes it hard to choose.

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What to Do When Scrum Collides with the Reality of Your Organization

Leading Agile

In this video, we dive into the realities of Scrum in large, interconnected organizations and explore why traditional Scrum practices may not be enough to handle complex dependencies and cross-team coordination. Drawing from years of experience and conversations with industry pioneers, we discuss how proactive orchestration—beyond the typical Scrum framework—can help maintain velocity, produce meaningful outcomes, and ensure sustainable, value-driven progress.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.