The IIL Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

Frohnhoefer In the ever-evolving landscape of project management, staying ahead of the curve is not just beneficial—it’s imperative. As we step into 2024, the dynamics of project management continue to shift, demanding professionals to be agile, skilled, and strategically focused. Not sure where to begin?

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 6, 2022

Coming up with a great idea is only the beginning: t o realize it, you need a project execution plan (PEP). 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. What Is a Project Execution Plan (PEP)?

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NimbleWork

MARCH 7, 2024

As the Agile project management framework reaches adoption maturity at lean, progressive and disruptive startup firms, many teams at established organizations are struggling to fully embrace the Agile project management framework at scale. A variety of models and frameworks for adopting the Agile project management methodology exist.

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 4, 2023

In the world of project management, troubled projects can be a source of frustration, stress, and disappointment for both teams and stakeholders. 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.

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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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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 23, 2023

When managing a project, there will inevitably be changes or other issues that impact the project. To prevent going off schedule or overspending, project managers are always balancing the project management triangle, which is made up of the three main project constraints. What Is the Project Management Triangle?

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Planio

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

If you work in project management, your job isn’t done until your users are happy — but that isn’t always the case. As every project manager knows, it’s almost impossible to get from A to B on a project without something going wrong. That’s where a project implementation plan comes in. What is an implementation plan?

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 6, 2023

PMO stands for project management office and it’s responsible for the project management standards in an organization. The two others are the program management office and the portfolio management office. Either way, it’s run by a PMO director. There are different types of PMOs, all headed by a PMO director.

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The Strategic Project Manager

MARCH 8, 2023

This post looks at the major elements of the Project Charter and how they link back to strategy. How to Write a Project Charter The Project Charter is often the first document that the actual project manager of the project writes. It is your first attempt to begin to understand and plan for these things.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 24, 2023

IT service management (ITSM) is the process of how those services meet the needs of the end users who employ them. Over the course of this blog, we’ll discuss how ITSM is implemented, managed and delivered to meet the needs of an organization and how project management software can help facilitate those processes.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

In addition, we’ll explain what a process implementation plan is and the steps to create an implementation process. Then, you’ll find out how project management software can help you reduce waste and save time. Business goals are achieved through a structured plan with clear guidelines for how the strategy will be executed.

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The Strategic Project Manager

APRIL 26, 2022

John Kotter’s 8 step Change Management Model is a strong framework that has been used to implement change in many organizations. This post examines the model, its advantages and disadvantages, and its value to strategists and project managers. What Is the John Kotter Change Management Model?

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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. This transformation signifies a need for adaptive strategies and mindsets to navigate the evolving project management landscape effectively. By Elissa Farrow, Ph.D.

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nTask

MARCH 2, 2021

Creating a marketing plan demands hard work, acute attention, and undivided time. Understanding the fundamentals of the Marketing planning process makes it easier for professionals to come up with a robust marketing plan. The plan is a reflection of the goals , culture, and ability of your marketing team.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 25, 2022

Very early in my career I worked with an IT manager who refused to use the term ‘the business’ in conversation. Delivering business change. A BCS Digital Leaders survey points out that for 55% of respondents, business transformation and organizational change are the top management issues for the coming year.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

Project managers are the point person in charge of a specific project or projects within an organization. We regularly feature project management resources to help train PMs to land jobs in the industry or develop better skills in their current role. What Does a Project Manager Do? How Much Does a Project Manager Make?

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Techno-PM

JUNE 18, 2023

Understanding the need for change management: Change management is the process of planning, implementing, and guiding individuals, teams, and organizations through a period of transition to achieve a desired future state. They may include employees, managers, customers, suppliers, and shareholders.

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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. It recognizes that change is inevitable and, if managed well, can be an opportunity for growth and improvement.

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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.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 29, 2022

Project managers know the importance of having project documentation. Creating and managing project documentation throughout the project life cycle is critical for project success, but where to start? The term project documentation refers to the project management documents that are created throughout the project life cycle.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

There’s no denying that project management today looks different to how it did even 5 years ago. Project management trends shape our profession. Change is inevitable – we all know that. So what are the emerging trends in project management that are going to shape how you do your job in the future? Managing a hybrid team.

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The Strategic Project Manager

MAY 8, 2022

The Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Cycle, developed by W. This post looks at what the PDCA cycle is, dives into the specifics of the four steps, looks at pros and cons, and enumerates where it can enhance strategy and project management efforts. Do – Execute the plan in a small scale test, and generate relevant performance data.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In the world of project management, uncertainty is an ever-present element that can greatly impact the success or failure of a project. It is essential for project managers to understand the nature of uncertainty and how it manifests in various forms. This uncertainty can impact project timelines and deliverables.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 12, 2022

Project governance is an important part of project management processes – even if it’s not the most exciting part of getting work done. As a project manager, part of your role is shepherding the work through the project lifecycle. The gate process also has other benefits for everyone involved: Shorter planning horizon.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

What do you need to know to succeed at project management? While there’s some truth to that joke, it’s not helpful to the student or the experienced professional who is looking for a way to understand the myriad responsibilities of being a project manager. What is PMBOK in Project Management? Project Integration Management.

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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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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

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

A PMO, or project management office, can be an internal department or an external group or agency that defines and maintains the standards for a company’s project management. These templates cover everything from Gantt charts, project planning, resource allocation, status reports on project data and so much more.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 25, 2023

A Project managers can’t do it alone. We’ll also compare and contrast the roles of a project officer with a project manager and help you put together a job description if you’re in the market for one. A project officer assists the project manager. Project officers don’t exclusively work for one project manager on one project.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 10, 2017

Your project management plan is more than just a schedule of work. Although I am guilty of using ‘plan’ and ‘Gantt chart’ interchangeably. So what does go in the project management plan? Below you’ll find 20 things that make up a comprehensive project management plan. Execution Strategy.

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PM Basics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

It is hard to imagine what you can do with a project risk. What can you, as a project manager, do to mitigate a risk? Adding some risk reserves and removing requirements from the scope are not the only options. I want to share some stories of risk management with you. Risk of Losing an Important Team Member.

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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.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 2, 2020

Project managers are well aware of this and spend much of their time planning in order to avoid negative risk and its potential impact. There are many tools that can mitigate risk in a project, but it also takes skill in something called project controls. Risk management. Methodology. Cost estimates.

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nTask

JUNE 3, 2021

Whether you are launching a new product or looking for ways to revamp your brand, the first step should be to create an impeccable go to market strategy. Developing a detailed go to market strategy forms the basis for a successful start. Without the backing of a perfect strategy, you will not be able to break into the market.

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MPUG

MARCH 28, 2021

By planning your approach for communication in advance, you can provide the right information to the right people, at the right time, in the right format, and with the right emphasis. Your road map is the project communication plan, illustrated by the first page of a sample communication plan in Figure 11-1. Figure 11-1.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 10, 2017

Your project management plan is more than just a schedule of work. Although I am guilty of using ‘plan’ and ‘Gantt chart’ interchangeably. So what does go in the project management plan? Below you’ll find 20 things that make up a comprehensive project management plan. Execution Strategy.

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Techno-PM

MARCH 28, 2022

What is ITIL® 4 Strategist: Direct, Plan, and Improve? ITIL® 4 Strategist: Direct, Plan, and Improve is a new qualification that reflects the increased importance of strategy in today's digital world. The purpose of the framework is to provide organizations with a plan that they can use to manage their service desk.

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