Traxidy

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The Art of Mastering Project Surprises: Easy Strategies for Managing Unplanned Work By: Steve McBroom, Founder, Traxidy (Click to follow me on LinkedIn) In this post, we will review the importance of working through project issues and the associated unplanned project tasks, as they arise, and provide effective strategies to manage them.

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The Strategic Project Manager

MARCH 29, 2023

The speed of change is fast, and the impact it can have touches many areas. It’s all about people and processes. And it’s about putting in place processes not only for dealing with a single change, but for dealing with continuing change due to the rapid evolution of digital technology.

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Planview

APRIL 27, 2023

You know the saying: The only constant is change. It’s true in business — it’s certainly true in life — and it’s why proactive change management matters. Because here’s the thing: People are the common denominator in every change, large and small. You still don’t move the needle on your growth targets.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 6, 2023

A PMO director is a senior-level position that takes ownership and is accountable for creating, organizing and implementing the strategies and business programs in an organization. They standardize best practices and oversee related business administration, risk management and change management. What Is a PMO Director?

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 29, 2023

Agile A methodology for project and product management, typically used to deliver software projects in an iterative way with short bursts of work called “sprints” Though initially designed as a process for IT and engineering projects, it has since been successfully applied to other industries like marketing.

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nTask

MARCH 10, 2021

As much as performance management is important , developing strategies to gauge progress is not an easy feat. HR managers often find it difficult to measure the productivity of their employees since they do not have a standard ‘scale’ to measure the efficiency with. Let’s take a look at these strategies right away.

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nTask

APRIL 5, 2021

Whether you want to raise awareness of your brand, promote an upcoming product launch, improve your SEO , or all three, you need an outreach strategy that will help you build backlinks to your website. Some Process Management Hacks for Your Outreach Campaign. Set out your process before you begin.

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 4, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore some of the key factors that can lead to project trouble and discuss strategies to mitigate their impact. This can lead to misalignment, wasted efforts, and frequent changes in direction. Scope Creep and Change Mismanagement Scope creep refers to uncontrolled and unauthorized changes to project scope.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 11, 2021

Benefits management involves specific, measurable, agreed upon, realistic and time-bound benefits. These benefits can apply to organizational change, process, project benefits or strategy planning. All of these definitions respond to a need for alignment of project outcomes and business strategies.

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The Strategic Project Manager

OCTOBER 15, 2021

The Blue Ocean Strategy framework is unique in that it incorporates execution into the strategy. By contrast, most strategy frameworks are just that – strategy, and strategy alone. They separately require strong execution, which usually takes strong project management.

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The Strategic Project Manager

APRIL 30, 2022

Kurt Lewin’s Change Management Model is known for its simplicity. It breaks an organizational change process down into three basic steps. What Is the Kurt Lewin Change Management Model? Lewin was considered to be a pioneer in the field of change management. How will each be effected?

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

So we thought it would be a great idea to take a look at what core qualifications are required of project managers and define their responsibilities and the common job descriptions for several PM roles. What Does a Project Manager Do? Try Our Award-Winning Project Management Software Free! Monitoring Progress.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

Change management is a critical aspect of any successful project. By effectively managing change, organizations can minimize disruption, build stakeholder support, and achieve project objectives. One of the key factors in successful change management is clear and consistent communication.

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LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Whether you’re making the move to Agile project management in your development group or creating an Agile process for your in-house project management methodology, chances are you’re going to have to sell this change to executives in your organization. Align Agile project management with your organization’s strategy.

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Moira Alexander

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Project management involves the use of people, processes and methodologies to plan, initiate, execute, monitor and close activities. While project management and change management are two areas often work side-by-side -- and they should -- there are some similarities. Characteristics of Project Management.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 6, 2022

A project execution plan is a document for executing projects that helps you strategize, come up with project management processes and put the whole thing into action. Where an idea can be aspirational, the project execution process is thorough and practical, including all key activities. What Is a Project Execution Plan (PEP)?

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Project management knowledge areas coincide with the process groups, which are project initiation, project planning , project execution, monitoring and controlling, and project closing. The knowledge areas take place during anyone of these process groups. Related: Time Management Strategies & Tools.

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nTask

APRIL 28, 2021

A study by BCG/MIT finds that 90% of executives deem sustainability to be important, yet only 60% of companies incorporate sustainability as part of their business strategy, and even less (25%) integrate sustainability into the core of their business model. Implement effective process improvement techniques for sustainability.

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Wrike

JANUARY 5, 2024

In the business world, organizations must come up with strategic planning processes that enable them to set ambitious goals, align their resources, and drive continuous improvement. Enter Hoshin Planning, a comprehensive management system that provides a structured framework for strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation.

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nTask

OCTOBER 29, 2020

According to surveys conducted, as of 2016, 66% of enterprises run a business process improvement program occasionally or never. What is Business Process Improvement? Before you can work towards improving your company’s business processes, it is imperative to understand what a business process is.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Business Process Management (BPM) is a crucial concept in today’s fast-paced business landscape. The Basics of Business Process Management Business Process Management (BPM) refers to the systematic approach that organizations adopt to manage and optimize their business processes.

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Techno-PM

MARCH 9, 2021

In fact, change is more relevant than ever since the world does not stop while we are planning the year ahead – being political changes, a pandemic that puts the economy on hold, or evolving technical developments and business model innovations – we are always subject to external forces at play. Download Change Management Kit Now!

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 29, 2022

Project Planning: Project management plan, work breakdown structure, project budget, project schedule, change management plan, scope management plan, risk management plan. Project Execution: Project status report, lessons learned template, timesheets, change requests, change orders. Risk Register.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

This is where Business Process Management (BPM) comes into play. BPM is a systematic approach that enables companies to analyze, design, implement, and continuously improve their business processes. It involves analyzing the existing processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing changes to streamline operations.

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Epicflow Blog

JANUARY 6, 2022

Let’s analyze why change initiatives become fruitless, and what practices will help you manage change efficiently. . The Role of Change Management. In other words, digital transformation involves large-scale change. To make this adaptation successful and smooth, change has to be managed.

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Wrike

JULY 29, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to improve their processes and maximize efficiency. This powerful tool enables businesses to identify areas for improvement, implement changes, and continuously monitor and adjust their processes.

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Wrike

JUNE 27, 2023

With efficient business management process software, companies can optimize their workflows, enhance productivity, and drive growth. Understanding the importance of streamlining operations is crucial for business owners and managers looking to stay competitive in the market.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

One powerful tool that can significantly enhance operational efficiency is process documentation. A manufacturing company may discover that a particular production process is consuming excessive resources without adding value to the final product.

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Wrike

AUGUST 25, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, managing IT processes has become essential for organizations to stay competitive and efficient. Effective IT process management enables businesses to streamline operations, optimize resource allocation, and enhance overall productivity.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 2, 2020

Project controls are a set of tools, processes and people skills that are used together to help project managers have the right information, at the right time, to make the right decision. In project management, project controls address the following: Project strategy. Risk management. What Are Project Controls?

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 19, 2022

While construction project management includes all plans and schedules for the project, without the goods and services provided by procurement in construction, it’s only an idea and not a structure. Let’s look at procurement in construction, the methods used and the role of the construction procurement manager. Learn more.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

As a project manager, I ran complex projects with plenty of workstreams, but there was only one objective and one output. For example: Program: Digitize all our processes — this is a large scale goal that would involve many teams and many projects to achieve. It’s very much a top-down approach. How these programs start.

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Planview

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

So far in this blog series, we have defined strategy, covered the basis of strategic planning, and discussed who to include in your strategic planning team. If you need a refresher on the first two phases of this rescue mission, read through parts 1 and 2 below: Part 1: Failing to Deliver Strategy… Slowly. Step 1: Start with strategy.

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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. However, establishing an effective innovation strategy is not without its challenges. It involves a set of principles, frameworks, processes, and practices that guide the innovation journey.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 8, 2018

Difference Between Program and Project Managers. Obviously, a program manager is going to have a larger slate of duties, as they’re responsible for more than one project. Additionally, they are monitoring more macro, than micro, metrics. For example, as noted, a program manager is overseeing multiple projects, or programs.

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Wrike

AUGUST 28, 2023

One method that has proven to be effective in achieving quality improvement is the DMAIC process. Let’s take a closer look at each phase of the DMAIC process and understand how it contributes to overall quality improvement. Let’s delve into each phase and understand their purpose and activities in more detail.

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Wrike

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Using Wrike to implement a continual improvement process “Continual improvement is core to what we do at WMP,” Mike explained. Starting with one small piece, WMP has grown its continual improvement process using Wrike as the foundation. Change can be hard! Mike admitted: “Not all our work is in Wrike.

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