Project Accelerator News

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Introduction Small business owners are the lifeblood of the global economy. Their enterprises create jobs, stimulate innovation, and foster community growth. As such, the role of a small business owner is one of immense responsibility and requires a diverse skill set. Among these skills, effective leadership is paramount. To navigate the complexities of running a small business and ensuring its growth and sustainability, owners must cultivate five key leadership skills.

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Information technology (IT) involves the use of computers, digital storage, networking and other physical devices, infrastructure and processes to create, process, store, secure and exchange electronic data. IT service management (ITSM) is the process of how those services meet the needs of the end users who employ them. Before we get into framework processes and phases, let’s more fully define the meaning of ITSM and why it’s important.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 24, 2023

When working with a brand-new Scrum team, whether it's a new member joining or a Scrum Master guiding the team, the challenges often stem from preconceived notions. It's not about the tools or techniques they think they know; it's about the foundational understanding of Scrum's essence. In my experience, when teams or individuals claim they've mastered Scrum, it's often a sign that there's a lot they might be missing.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

By Luigi Morsa and Richard Maltzman AI – It’s Not New, but it’s Improved! In November 2022, when ChatGPT was made available to the public, it put Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the spotlight for all people – not just ‘techies’ and those who have followed AI for a long time. Indeed, Artificial Intelligence is not really new. The groundwork for AI started in the 1900s [1].

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Understanding digital debt is crucial before digital transformation. Assemble a team to assess internal operations, market pressures, and digital debt's impact. Define future digital vision with measurable goals. Refine hypotheses and conduct market analysis. Develop a roadmap for transformation with defined projects, cost estimates, and governance.

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PM Times

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Abstract A final project end with the “start of production”? No more today. In the automotive industry, Cybersecurity and Software Updates have become critical factors that impact the entire product lifecycle. Cybersecurity and Software Updates have become a serious concern in the automotive industry with the increasing use of technology and networks in modern vehicles, […] The post Securing the Road Ahead: The Transformative Impact of Cybersecurity and Software Updates on the

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GanttPRO Project Management

OCTOBER 24, 2023

A critical path helps ensure efficient work planning, control, and execution. It represents a sequence of vital tasks that must be accomplished for the successful project completion. Managers and teams […] The post Critical Path Examples: How to Find Vital Tasks That Impact Your Project first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

By Eugene Bounds and Steve Ackert Recently, the buzzword artificial intelligence (AI) has been on everyone’s minds, not just in the tech world but across many industries, including project management. AI is a branch of computer science that focuses on providing computer hardware and software with the ability to execute intelligent tasks with Generative AI (GenAI) learning and improving with each query.

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International Institute for Learning

OCTOBER 24, 2023

International Institute for Learning, Inc. IIL is a global leader in training, consulting, coaching and customized course development, and is proud to be the educational provider of choice for thousands of for many top global companies. IIL's core competencies include Project, Program and Portfolio Management, Business Analysis, Microsoft® Project and Project Server, Lean Six Sigma, PRINCE2®, ITIL®, Agile, Leadership and Interpersonal Skills, Corporate Consciousness and Sustainability.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In today’s fast-paced software development landscape, ensuring quality and efficiency is of utmost importance. Agile testing plays a vital role in achieving this balance, allowing teams to deliver high-quality software while maintaining a quick and iterative development cycle. By understanding the principles and techniques of agile testing, teams can overcome challenges and measure success effectively.

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Speaker: Ketan Jahagirdar - Sopheon’s Director of Product Management

Empower yourself as a project manager with insights that directly influence the financial landscape and strategic direction of your organization! Join us for a deep dive into the world of financial strategy, as we dissect key metrics that drive CFOs and business leaders’ investment decisions. This session will equip you with the necessary tools to craft compelling business cases as well as a comprehensive understanding of the crucial distinction between capital expenditure and operational expend

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Sitetracker

OCTOBER 24, 2023

With their project portfolio growing, BP Pulse knew it was important to find a project management tool that would improve visibility across project teams on key milestones. The post BP Pulse selected Sitetracker to manage fleet infrastructure deployment appeared first on Sitetracker.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Agile methodologies have revolutionized the software development industry, enabling teams to deliver high-quality products in shorter timeframes. However, as businesses grow and projects become more complex, companies are faced with the challenge of scaling Agile practices to maintain the same level of efficiency and effectiveness. In this article, we will explore the concept of Agile at scale, its importance, benefits, implementation strategies, measuring success, and the future of Agile at sca

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Scrum is a framework to reduce risk, increase predictability, and deliver value to your stakeholders sooner. During our latest meetup with Scrum.org CEO Dave West , we concluded that many teams don't have a clear understanding of the term 'value'. Even though it's the most essential part of Scrum! ? Situations many teams apparently face are: ❌ Teams don't have a clue who their stakeholders are, so the expected value delivery also isn't clear; ❌ Teams focus on the wrong stakeholders.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In the realm of project management methodologies, Lean and Agile have emerged as powerful approaches that support organizations in achieving efficiency and delivering high-quality products and services. While both methodologies share similar goals, they operate under different sets of principles and practices. Understanding the nuances of Lean and Agile is crucial for project managers and teams seeking to optimize their processes.

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This large intercity transportation company for people and freight employs 100+ IT employees and contractors across North America and Europe and spends $10MM annually for approximately 50 inflight projects. The company needed the right financial tools to budget for innovation initiatives and real-time information on spending and forecasting. This transportation company turned to Acclaim Projects by Sopheon to help deliver projects on time and within budget.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Scrum Teams work best when all the team members can devote 100% of their time to the work of the team. But what about when organizational constraints prevent us from having fully-dedicated team members? Can Scrum still work? What are the challenges of this less-than-ideal scenario? In this Responsive Advisors Scrum Lightning round, we provide some thoughts to this very real-world situation.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business world, organizations are constantly seeking ways to improve their processes and deliver high-quality products to their customers. Agile methodologies have gained popularity for their ability to adapt to changing requirements and deliver value quickly. One essential aspect of agile practices is reflection, which plays a pivotal role in enhancing team performance, improving product quality, and facilitating continuous improvement.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Click on the image to watch the video. What does Professional Attitude mean for Scrum Masters? It means your ever-intention is to help others. You always work toward goals inspiring others to higher greatness. You have consciously defined your authentic core values and work within the boundaries of your standards with discipline. You are in harmony with the universal laws and a master in using your higher faculties.

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Musings on Project Management

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Do you read Mike Clayton? You probably should.Here is his idea of the 12 points of a perfect proposal:What are the elements of a perfect proposal? Here are 12. YouNo one wants to hear all about you. See the next subtitle. That's who your audience wants to hear about. themselves. But (and it's a big 'but') they do need to know enough about you to know you are worth paying attention to.

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You’ve read the PMBOK® Guide several times, taken the certification exam for project managers, passed, and you are now a PMP®. So why do you keep making rookie mistakes? This whitepaper shows 20 of the most common mistakes that young or inexperienced project managers make, issues that can cost significant time and money. It's a good starting point for understanding how and why many PMs get themsleves into trouble, and provides guidance on the types of issues that PMs need to understand.

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Resource Guru

OCTOBER 24, 2023

It was that time of the year. Guru Gathering time. If you’ve been following our journey you might already know exactly what that means. But if you haven’t, it’s our annual team retreat that brings our fully remote team together to align, collaborate, and leave energized and excited for what’s to come. This time around, the Guru Gathering was more important than ever.

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Admation

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Much of the effort when it comes to optimising marketing activity results tends to go into distribution channels, or finding the right media mix. And in times gone by when media spend comprised a much higher proportion of total marketing budgets, that made perfect sense. But in tough times, it pays to ensure all your marketing operations are run efficiently.

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