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Agile Beyond IT: Lean Thinking

The IIL Blog

It traces its roots to Lean, which is also foundational to other modern management theories. Lean’s primary focus is delivering value quickly and eliminating waste. Toyota was a Lean pioneer. Lean is a set of principles. The “House of Lean” is often used as a metaphor. Value Value is the roof of our House of Lean.

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What Is Kanban? Meaning, Definitions & Best Practices

ProjectManager.com

The kanban methodology was first developed as a lean manufacturing system to help with production planning , scheduling and control. For example, the kanban methodology can be implemented in manufacturing, software development, product management, construction and many other industries. What Are the Benefits of Kanban?

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The Benefits of Power Skills for IT Leaders, and How to Build Yours!

The IIL Blog

Successful IT leaders need to develop and lean into a set of power skills. Lacking essential power skills such as emotional intelligence, empathy, communication, influence and directiveness can harm both reputation of the IT leadership team and the stability of IT departments. It’s not the 90’s anymore. Effective Communication.

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Exploring Lean Manufacturing: Principles and Benefits

Wrike

Lean Manufacturing is a methodology that aims to streamline business operations and eliminate waste in order to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity. In this article, we will dive deep into the principles, benefits, and challenges of implementing Lean Manufacturing.

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The PMP® Certification By Jacqueline E. Dennis, PgMP, PMP

International Institute for Learning

Her experience encompasses industries such as Services (R&D, consulting, educational, and technical); Manufacturing (telecommunications); and Construction (building masonry and mechanicals). Jacqueline has practiced project, program, and portfolio management, and brings over 30 years of experience in the project management profession.

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Business Agility: What Is It & Why Is It Important?

ProjectManager.com

Remember, the market is a man-made construct, and man is an infamously irrational creature. At the center of any business agility framework is innovation. That includes establishing the business justification for the response and the leadership to drive it. Then there is the human element. How to be Agile in Business.

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2022 Online and In-Person Events for Project/Resource Managers and Industry Professionals

Epicflow Blog

January 28-29 — International Conference on Software Project Management and Project Scheduling (Australia) is expected to bring together leading academic scientists and researchers to share their experience and research results, discuss recent innovations, trends, and concerns in the field of software project management and project scheduling. .

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