Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 22, 2024

I mentor project managers, and the types of problems that people come up with on calls are not technical issues for the most part. Or “resources” as we unkindly call people in project management. Securing the right resource (and enough of it) is a huge headache for PMO leaders and project professionals.

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MPUG

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

In this article, we’re addressing a common question in modern project management: Do we need risk management in agile projects? Do agile projects have risks associated with them? And do we want to let those risks run wild without any effort to contain them? Why is Risk Management in Agile Projects Even a Question?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Managing resources in professional services firms is crucial for maintaining sustainability and achieving anticipated employee performance goals. But unfortunately, many resource managers have to rely on approximation and guesswork because they don’t have the right tools and techniques. Let us begin with the basics.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

PMBOK 7 is the short name given to The Standard for Project Management and A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge – ( PMBOK® Guide ) 7 th Edition , which are bundled together. They form the basics of what you need to know about managing projects, for organizations that follow the PMI approach to getting work done.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

Everyone wants their projects to be “quality” but I often get asked about how to manage project quality in real life. You probably already know that you need a quality management plan , and that management, assurance and control are the pillars of doing it right. What does it mean to “do” project quality?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

If you’ve ever ended up on a project where the work never seems to end… and the changes keep coming in… and even though it is technically closed people still come to you for help… then this is for you! And it’s not what project management is supposed to be. It is a record of the project management process.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

First we should start with a definition of program management. Each of these are projects with a project manager , but together they deliver a transformative change for the business. What is Program Management? Read next: Project Management versus Program Management. What is a Program Manager?

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MPUG

MARCH 15, 2024

Understanding AI in Project Management Artificial intelligence (AI) is all the rave. One old saying in technology is “Garbage in, Garbage out.” In this way, the reviewer must be competent in the topic. Our organization has been using AI for more than a year. What we can say is that it is a mixed bag.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 26, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are you struggling to manage complex projects in an increasingly fast-paced and digital environment? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the demands of integrating new technologies and leading remote teams? Digital project management is a skill requiring competency in our technology-driven workplace.

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Planview

APRIL 16, 2021

The role of the PMO is changing. We recently got an in-depth look into this new face of the PMO during our webinar – “What’s Ahead for the PMO?” She and I discussed the responsibilities, expanding skill sets, and strategic capabilities of the modern PMO – and how to advance in that direction. Types of Today’s PMOs.

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The Lazy Project Manager

JANUARY 27, 2016

As has been already discussed the reality out there in ‘PMO land’ is that there is not a plethora of wise and experienced PMO managers, directors, leaders, heads, etc., and so it is sensible for anyone who is engaged to help an organisation set up a new PMO or advise on improvements to an existing PMO to reach out for some help.

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Project Risk Coach

MARCH 2, 2016

John Smith was hired as a new project manager at a leasing company, and he was assigned a small project with a team of six people. How well did John use risk management to accomplish his goal? He and his team completed a project plan and identified project risks. Improving Risk Management.

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Risk Management Risk Technical Review Software Review 170

Project Accelerator News

APRIL 18, 2024

When new to a role (in many business environments, not just IT Project Management), new managers tend to lean into making sweeping changes, it’s human nature. Integration of new portfolio management software with existing applications across the organisation can be difficult. Enable seamless collaboration within Teams.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

First we should start with a definition of program management. Each of these are projects with a project manager, but together they deliver a transformative change for the business. What is Program Management? Read next: Project Management versus Program Management. What is a Program Manager?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

Your project management plan is more than just a schedule of work. A project management plan is a document that sets out how you are going to do what you’re going to do. It’s a guide to how the project will be managed. So what does go in the project management plan ? That’s a comprehensive list!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 26, 2021

And that means learning how to include your projects and your project management skills. You’re going to want to describe your project management skills so the potential employer understands exactly what you are capable of. The number of people in the team The project budget The duration The outcome.

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LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

There are meaningful and very true thoughts there, but how do they stand the test of time in our changing world where enhancements like agile workflows, robotic automation, and artificial intelligence are impacting the future landscape of project management at large? What Is Planning Intelligence Technology? How to Plan to Succeed.

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Artificial Inteligence Planning Technical Review 2008 158

Planview

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

It’s true for all disciplines and describes the project portfolio management (PPM) market for several reasons. Consider these changes faced by PMOs in recent years: The call to infuse agility and become a modern PMO. Why is the project portfolio management market continuously evolving?

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Moira Alexander

MAY 2, 2017

To align business goals with project management (PM), leaders from the enterprise project management office (EMPO) or project management office (PMO) need to be involved in strategic planning sessions alongside senior-level management. are done properly thus minimizing technology risk.".

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 6, 2022

They let you know whether you can go overspent or what risk mitigation actions are the right ones for this point in the project. Have as many layers as fits within your PMO methodology. Often an internal senior department manager, client account manager or supplier project manager/representative.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Project management is no different. The Project Management Institute (PMI) is a nonprofit organization for those working in project management across the globe. As an organization, it offers training and certification in project management, and it reports regularly on industry trends. A History of PMI.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 25, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are there projects missing deadlines, going over budget, or failing to meet expectations within your organization? A Project Management Office (PMO) isn't just about oversight; it's about empowering your projects to deliver real value. What is a Project Management Office? You're not alone.

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The Strategic Project Manager

OCTOBER 18, 2023

It explores ideas around an ‘AI ecosystem’ and discusses impacts for strategy and project management. Review: What Is an Ecosystem? AI technology has evolved into a multi-player universe – or ecosystem. Does there need to be an AI competency in the PMO? It’s an infrastructure strategy problem.

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Technical Review Artificial Inteligence PMO Infrastructure 52

Epicflow Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

2021 is going to be full of both online and offline events for project managers engaged in different areas of business: construction and engineering, IT, healthcare, and many others. Biggest Online Project Management Conferences in 2021. Read further to choose the events that fit your goals and interests. .

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2021 Technical Review Construction Software Review 98

Scrum.org

JUNE 7, 2021

The Problem : Parts of the leadership—particularly the middle management—pay lip service at best to the idea of becoming an agile organization. With a lot at stake for management folks, why not wait and see? Leadership is about being the first to explore unknown territory at personal risk, thus being a role model.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 25, 2022

In this article, we’ll look at why that is and how you can work with a project sponsor as a project manager. Peter Taylor, co-author of Strategies for Project Sponsorship , says, “a good project sponsor will happily act as advisor to the project manager and will focus on removing obstacles in the path of project success.”.

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Planview

JANUARY 17, 2019

It is impossible to talk about project management without talking about risk. Risk management is an underutilized but necessary part of effective project management. Management Reserve and Contingency Reserve). Avoidance – changing plans to completely avoid the risk. Do You Feel Lucky Today?

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MPUG

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In a survey of project managers , 42% of respondents say they would ditch chasing people for status updates if they could, and 13% say they’d love to take project reporting off their To Do list. However, if you are managing more than one project, end-of-month reporting gets overwhelming. I don’t think reporting itself is the problem.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

So, picture this: you are transitioning from your current position into a project management career. The industry didn’t matter; it was about translating my work experience into specific project management industry-recognized terms and managing projects. What are the Essential Project Management Buzzwords?

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Planview

JANUARY 31, 2019

Use multiple levels of progressively accurate estimates; from order-of-magnitude to budget to baseline. Demonstrate Due Diligence for Capital Requests. Cover your bases when submitting Appropriation Requests by demonstrating due diligence, offering rationale for the chosen solution, and outlining the risks and contingency plans.

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Estimate Technical Review Risk Management Budget 84

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 7, 2019

I asked people two questions: What should people managing projects be aware of as we go into 2019 to make 2019 their most successful year ever? I’m sure you take away tips and ideas for making this your best year yet managing projects at work. Would you like to make 2019 a successful year for your projects? I’m sure you do.

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2019 Technical Review PMO Consulting 291

MPUG

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

I am kidding, of course, about loving a tool, but not joking when I am talking about using PowerBI in a project management environment. In fact, PowerBI has the power to make project managers smarter about their project’s data! I really did create some great dashboards that served up my PMO data in ways I had never seen before.

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NimbleWork

JANUARY 9, 2024

In this article, we’ll discuss 5 ways AI can help you streamline project management workflows with tips on how to start making changes to the way you work today. Streamline Workflows with AI There are plenty of ways AI can help you manage projects more effectively. Sometimes the steps happen in sequence (e.g.

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Generative AI Technical Review Risk Management Estimate 52

The IIL Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Project Managers and their teams carry out planned projects on a daily basis, such as the development of new applications. To be successful, they must be able to evaluate and allocate resources necessary to complete deliverables on time, with quality, and without exceeding the budget. By Analuz Montejano | IIL Instructor and Sr.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

MARCH 14, 2019

Experienced managers know the value of the ‘elevator view’, that is, knowing when to press the button for the top floor to look down at the bigger picture, and when to descend to the ground floor to get down ‘amongst the weeds’. Strategic Risk Management. Can we ever achieve this ideal world?

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Risk Management Risk 2017 Technical Review 43

Wrike

MARCH 15, 2021

We’ll explain all this and more by answering some of your most-asked questions about EPMO, project management , and the tools you need to maximize your investment. What does Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) mean? Some common roles and responsibilities of an enterprise project management office include: .

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PMO Technical Review Executing Budget 36

Planview

JANUARY 20, 2022

Executives and managers often struggle to translate the strategy to employees’ daily work on an organization-wide, cross-functional scale. Executives also increase gaps between strategy and execution via strict adherence to annual strategic plans and budgets. Strategy and execution aren’t connected. Inability to work across silos.

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