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Top 10 Project Management KPIs Explained

ProjectManager.com

In this blog, we’ll explore the most important project management key performance indicators, commonly referred to as project management KPIs or simply project KPIs and the benefits of using them during the project life cycle. Think of, say, like your dashboard on your car to help you determine, are you going too fast, are you going too slow? Think of a GPS system when you’re driving somewhere that helps you know different routes.

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Agile Transformations and the Agile Product Operating Model - The next phase

Scrum.org

Image I was lucky to work with Andy Brandt on a recent whitepaper titled ‘ Moving Beyond Agile Transformations: Leveraging the Agile Product Operating Model (APOM).’ This paper discusses how APOM is essential in taking your agile transformation to the next level. It also explains how APOM can leverage organizations' existing investments in agility to deliver more value to their customers and finally cross the chasm of ultimate value for agility.

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Empowering Project Managers with Generative AI: Inside IIL’s Course Development

The IIL Blog

By Amy Gershen Vice President, Global Learning Solutions International Institute for Learning (IIL) IIL’s Global Learning Solutions (GLS) Team has responsibility for the design and development of all course content delivered to our learners as well as oversight of all content delivered by our strategic partners. In late 2023, GLS was tasked with building a course on using AI in Project Management within a two-month timeframe.

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How to Improve Employee Efficiency by Optimizing Daily Tasks

Proofhub

According to the 2024 Kelly Global Rework Report , over half of executives (54%) say poor workforce planning is holding back business growth. Project managers face this challenge, especially when leading teams in customer-facing environments. Ensuring smooth operations while managing resources effectively is critical, yet high employee turnover presents a significant obstacle.

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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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Project Review Process: A How-to Guide

ProjectManager.com

Projects are planned, but for those plans to achieve their goals and for future plans to be more successful, a project review is necessary. Any project manager with even a little experience knows that rarely are plans executed without a hitch, which is why a project review process is an essential part of the monitoring and control phase of the project life cycle.

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AI-Powered PMP Exam Simulator: A New Era in Project Management Certification Preparation

The IIL Blog

By Max Langosco assisted by Gus AI It worked in the following way: 1) I loaded two files into its knowledge base. The first file is the description used with the developers to create all the features of the application. The second is a Frequently Asked Questions document. 2) I asked the AI to interview me and ask questions which would be interesting to a public of project managers. 3) I asked the AI to summarize the knowledge gained into an article.

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Organizational Change Starts with Teams, Backlogs, and Working Tested Product

Leading Agile

Agile transformation can feel like an uphill battle, especially when frameworks and processes overshadow the foundational principles of the Agile Manifesto. In this video, we explore why the industry’s common applications of Agile often fall short and how the focus on culture or process misses the mark without the right conditions. With 23 years of Agile history as context, we discuss the original intent behind Agile practices, the challenges of scaling them in complex environments, and the crit

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How to Make a Gantt Chart in Google Slides (Free Template Included)

ProjectManager.com

A Gantt chart is an essential project management tool, as its project planning, scheduling, and tracking features help manage the entire project life cycle. For this reason, there are many Gantt chart software alternatives, ranging from easy-to-use spreadsheet software such as Google Sheets or Excel to specialized project management software like ProjectManager or Microsoft Project.

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Why Scrum Fails if Product Ownership Fails?

Scrum.org

If product owners fail to maximise the value produced by the team, the entire product development can be derailed. Failing to understand and validate value leads to the team missing the intended goals. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. The Product Owner must maximise the value the team can deliver.

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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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Conflict Prevention in Project Management: A Human-AI Collaboration

The IIL Blog

By Jorgelina Bross-Puglisi In the dynamic world of project management, conflicts are inevitable, and effective conflict management is crucial to the success of any project. While it can sometimes lead to innovative solutions, unresolved conflicts related to miscommunication, resource constraints, shifting priorities, and diverse stakeholder interests can lead to friction that can significantly derail projects, impacting timelines, budgets, and team morale.

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Issue Management: What Do You Need to Know about PM’s Vital Process?

Online PM Courses

Issue management is a basic part of project management. Experienced project managers deal with it day-to-day. But is it straightforward? The post Issue Management: What Do You Need to Know about PM’s Vital Process? appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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Summary and review Managing Portfolios and a comparison with MoP

Henny Portman

Thirteen years ago, Steve Jenner and Craig Kilford wrote the official guide Management of Portfolios (MoP). Now there is a new guide, the successor of the MoP guide named Managing portfolios – Optimizing strategic contribution by Steve Jenner. Managing portfolios in a nutshell Managing Portfolios (MP) operates on five core principles and is structured around twelve practices organized into two dimensions: “Designing the Portfolio” and “Delivering the Portfolio.” These

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Managing Distributed Scrum Teams: Tools & Trust Essentials

Scrum.org

In this Responsive Advisors Lightning Round, Part 2 of a 3-part series, we focus on the importance of building trust and streamlining tools for globally distributed teams. Learn how to limit tool sprawl, foster a culture of autonomy, and set effective overlap times to support your team’s productivity.

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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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A customizable Schedule that puts flexibility first

Resource Guru

When you’re scheduling complex, competing workloads, flexibility is your friend. Over the last few months we’ve been shaking up our Schedule to make it more flexible and customizable than ever. Now you can share views, pin people and resources, color by activity type, and more, so you have a wealth of ways to arrange your team schedule and work the way you want.

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How to Improve Employee Efficiency by Optimizing Daily Tasks

Sandeep Kashyap

According to the 2024 Kelly Global Rework Report , over half of executives (54%) say poor workforce planning is holding back business growth. Project managers face this challenge, especially when leading teams in customer-facing environments. Ensuring smooth operations while managing resources effectively is critical, yet high employee turnover presents a significant obstacle.

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Best 14 Beauty Salon Website Examples That Make a Stunning First Impression

UPQODE

Creating a compelling online presence is essential for any business, especially in the beauty industry, where first impressions are everything. A well-designed hair salon website can set the tone for a salon’s brand, attract new clients, and showcase unique services and styles. In this article, we’ll explore inspiring examples of hair salon websites that stand out in design, functionality, and user experience.

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The Three Keys to Motivation

Scrum.org

Motivation - or rather its lack - remains one of the most common challenges in software development organizations. While managers often reach for traditional incentives like bonuses, perks, or career advancement paths, my experience both as a manager and consultant suggests that true engagement comes from deeper sources. Over years of working with development teams, I've identified what I call the "three keys of motivation" - distinct areas where we can work to build real engagement.

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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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Exploring the Policies Needed for ISO 27001

Alan Parker Blog

Introduction A key to a successful ISMS is a robust set of policies that help manage risks, set guidelines, and provide direction to ensure information assets' confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Below, we explore a range of essential information security policies, explaining their importance within the context of ISO 27001 and detailing the key contents for each.

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AI Driven PM: AI Agents Are The Next Big Thing in Project, Program, and Portfolio Management

PM That Works

"Organizations will not be able to compete globally without putting in place project management processes and continuing to develop their project managers to become leaders within the organization," I wrote in Stop Playing Games. That leadership role is evolving faster than ever with the upcoming release of OpenAI’s AI agents, expected in January. These tools are set to revolutionize how project managers approach their work, freeing us from the mundane and allowing us to focus on strategy, innov

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Project scheduling software: 8 options for your team

Wrike

Searching for the best project scheduling software? You’ll want a user-friendly interface, real-time schedule updates, and simple tools to share your timeline. With software like this in place, you have all the features you need to clarify your capacity, allocate your resources, and keep your project work on track. The problem is that there are as many different project scheduling platforms as there are types of projects.

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Why Leaders Believe the Product Operating Model Will Succeed Where Agile Initiatives Failed

Scrum.org

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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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AI in Project Management: From Resource Planning to Execution

Celoxis

Explore how AI in project management enhances resource planning, scheduling, risk management, and collaboration for more efficient project execution.

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When value is assymetrical

Musings on Project Management

I've written a couple of books on project value; you can see the book covers at the end of this blog.One of my themes in these books is a version of cybernetics:Projects are transformative of disparate inputs into something of greater value.

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How to compliment someone on their weight loss without making it weird

Brett Harned

Complimenting someone on their weight loss is tricky—it can bring up a lot of emotions, even when it’s well-intentioned. This is my take on why those comments often feel more complicated than they should and what I’ve learned from being on the receiving end. That one comment I’ll never forget It was 2020. Like most people, I was stuck at home, navigating the chaos of a global pandemic.

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Managing Distributed Scrum Teams: Time Zone Challenges

Scrum.org

Working across multiple time zones poses unique challenges for Scrum teams. In this Responsive Advisors Lightning Round, Part 1 of a 3-part series, learn strategies to ensure your global team stays connected and productive.

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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.