Leading Answers

JUNE 19, 2019

If success goes to those who can innovate the fastest, how do we nurture innovation? To innovate faster than our competitors, we need to maximize our learning potential. Product managers, project managers and team leaders all play an important role in keeping the maze-solving teams motivated and moving in the right direction.

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Scrum.org

JULY 10, 2018

Often I hear people say that Scrum does not take care of risk: there is no risk log, risk is not on the agenda of the Sprint Review or Retrospective as a standard agenda-item. That's a risk right there! How is risk managed in Scrum? Scrum is all about risk management. Different types of risks.

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The IIL Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

It traces its roots to Lean, which is also foundational to other modern management theories. In this article, I explore these principles to demonstrate that any organization can apply them to improve its “way of working.” Companies innovate and develop new products. They learn from their customers and continually innovate.

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Wrike

JULY 21, 2023

Staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success, and this is where innovation strategy comes into play. By developing a well-defined approach to innovation, businesses can foster growth, drive customer value, and outperform their competitors. However, establishing an effective innovation strategy is not without its challenges.

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The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Today, it is often imperative to be capable of innovating Business Models – to change and reconfigure value chains. This post provides a framework – far beyond just a product and service innovation – for Business Model Innovation. What Is a Business Model Innovation Definition? What Is a Business Model?

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The IIL Blog

MAY 22, 2024

By David Barrow, CITP FBCS In today’s digital era, the importance of IT Service Management (ITSM) extends far beyond the confines of traditional IT tasks. Would it make service management careers more appealing for younger generations and add diversity to our industry? Would doing so add value to organisations?

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

One powerful tool that organizations can leverage to drive this transformation is process innovation. In this article, we will explore the concept of process innovation and its importance in business, the role it plays in driving transformation, the steps to implement it, overcoming challenges, and measuring its impact.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Innovation has become a buzzword in today’s fast-paced business landscape. Many turn to technology and data-driven approaches, but one key driver of innovation often gets overlooked – creativity. Understanding the Role of Creativity in Innovation Creativity is the fuel that powers innovation.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 1, 2024

This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. A great product owner ensures that products align with the broader business objectives, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive innovation within the organisation. © 2024 wowefy.com

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, having an effective innovation strategy is crucial for organizations looking to stay ahead of the curve and unleash their full potential. Organizations that fail to innovate risk falling behind their competitors and losing their market share.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

You can earn PDUs (professional development units) for ongoing certification renewal, such as for the Project Management Professional (PMP)®, from reading. I’ve read, I’m guessing, over 150 management books in my career, and you can read my book reviews if you want to trawl through the archives. What books qualify for PDUs?

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Wrike

JANUARY 12, 2024

Today, we’re going to discuss the ins and outs of the NPD process, an effective method that can accelerate innovation, bring new ideas and designs to market, and propel you to success. If you’re ready to accelerate innovation, follow these steps: Idea generation: What is the specific market need or problem that your business aims to solve?

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The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The project management landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, with generative AI emerging as a game-changer. IIL’s course offerings delve into the “how” of generative AI solutions, providing a roadmap for organizations looking to integrate this technology into their project management workflows. Register here.

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MPUG

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

Without a constant flow of innovation, no company can expect to prosper – or perhaps, even survive. How should an organization manage business transformation? Traditionally, the department managing the flow of projects, including innovation initiatives, is the Project or Portfolio Management Office (the PMO).

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Wrike

JULY 23, 2023

Innovation has become a key driver for success and growth. However, many businesses struggle to spark innovation and devise a creative strategy. Successful companies understand that innovation is a critical component of staying relevant and staying ahead of the competition.

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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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Scrum.org

JULY 24, 2023

Shall I notify you about articles like this one? Why the Scrum Guide Lacks Product Discovery as a Concept The Scrum Guide 2020 emphasizes the role of the Product Owner in managing the Product Backlog but does not define the product discovery process. Get notified when the Scrum Anti-Patterns Guide book is available !

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Scrum.org

MARCH 20, 2024

This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. The Scrum Master encourages the team to embrace change, not as a challenge but as an opportunity for growth and innovation. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 14, 2024

We gathered 57 of the top AI in project management statistics to help understand this key development in technology. Recent advancements in tech have changed how project managers work in 2024. Top AI in project management statistics You’ve probably read that 80% of project management tasks will be eliminated by AI by 2030 ( Gartner ).

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Introduction: Project management, is a dynamic field, continually evolving in response to changing business needs and technological advancements. Stepping into 2024, we believe that the project management trends will reflect a notable shift from traditional methodologies towards more dynamic, business-focused, and people-centric approaches.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 24, 2023

There has been a notable shift in recent years to talking about project leadership, as distinct from project management. Management, as the saying goes, is about doing things right, and leadership is about doing the right things. In reality, both leadership and management are often done by the same person – the project manager.

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Project Accelerator News

MARCH 8, 2024

It’s never good to hear a passionate project manager describe their projects as “meh”! Bex lives and breathes IT Project Management. So, when she shared her reason for wanting to move on was, “I just don’t feel we innovate any more”, it got me thinking: How can we build innovation into our IT Projects?

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Effective risk management is crucial for the success and sustainability of any business. By identifying and addressing potential risks, organizations can minimize their impact and ensure continuity of operations. These risks can arise from various sources, such as financial, operational, legal, or technological factors.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

By Dr. Elissa Farrow November 8, 2023 In the ever-evolving landscape of portfolio management, organisations can now leverage advanced technologies to not only improve traditional practices but to also unlock new dimensions of efficiency and effectiveness. Predictive Analytics: AI-driven predictive models forecast project success and impact.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 23, 2023

TL; DR: Self-Management Is self-management an essential building block on an organization’s path to business agility or a nice-to-have cultural twist to, for example, keep teams happy and attract new talent? Please continue reading and delve into the reasons that support self-management. ??

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Kiron Bondale

MAY 30, 2021

In a recent HBR article , the authors wrote about research they had conducted over a year on the relationships between how dispersed teams were and the speed at which their projects either succeeded or failed. The first finding seems logical.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Empiricism in product management is pivotal for success, enabling data-driven decisions, continuous improvement, and enhanced customer satisfaction. Grounding strategies in real-world feedback and evidence mitigates risks and fosters adaptability. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

By Ruchi Gupta, PMP ® , PgMP ® , PMI-ACP ® , PMI-RMP ® , SAFe, DASSM, SIP, Jira CBAP ® The accelerating rise of Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, and others is rapidly reshaping the way project management operates. The Project Management Office (PMO) is no exception. Attach your project plan/schedule].

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2024

These striking innovations, which look like toys, are the facade of a profound shift in the industrial paradigm based on speed of change, open-source, decentralization, and composability. Changing a traditional production tool is long and difficult, generating high costs, hindering innovation, and causing loss of economic opportunities.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

Organizations face a wide range of risks that can impact their operations, reputation, and financial stability, such as economic uncertainties, regulatory changes, natural disasters, cyber threats, and even human errors. To navigate through these potential risks successfully, companies need robust risk management systems in place.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 1, 2022

This article is based on the talk/mini-workshop I held with an enthusiastic group of participants at Agile with Ukraine. You can’t bully your way into innovation. The requisite level of innovation is incredibly complex. Especially with innovation, a specific aspect becomes important: creativity.

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The IIL Blog

MAY 14, 2024

By Olivia LE JEUNE and Jean-Roch HOULLIER Change management can be defined as all the operations carried out within an organization to enable it to adapt to change and environmental evolution. Here’s an insight based on our experience of change management within our projects. Change Management: An Integral Part of the Project.

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Inloox

JANUARY 29, 2019

You want to motivate your employees and successfully lead them to be more innovative and creative. There are also several possibilities for the composition of the jury: It can either consist of senior management or be headlined by internal or external experts. Innovation Labs and Open Innovation.

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The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Dave Nichols – Co-Founder DVMS Institute Thousands of articles and social media posts tell us about today’s cybersecurity reality. Some of those articles share different ways to solve today’s cybersecurity problem. This makes managing digital business risk a core mission-critical business driver. Well, everything.

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Wrike

JULY 23, 2023

Risk management systems play a crucial role in upholding the success and stability of businesses. These systems help organizations identify, assess, and manage various risks that can impact their operations. However, implementing risk management systems can be a challenging task, often met with difficulties and obstacles.

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The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As Cloud Services revolutionized the creation and management of digital infrastructure, the DVMS-CPD Model will revolutionize how organizations leverage the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and other business systems to manage digital risk, resiliency, and client data privacy. Register here. Step 2: Orient.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 14, 2023

In this article, we will explore how defining requirements up front limits the Scrum team’s ability to learn, inhibits incremental delivery, and ultimately clashes with Scrum. These insights might lead to more innovative solutions, improved functionality, or a clearer understanding of user needs. Think of it as Scrum 101 and beyond.

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