Fri.Sep 15, 2023

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Are You Leading a Skunkworks Project?

Bridge the Gap Consulting

“You’re in charge of project Sunrise.” What the hell? What’s project Sunrise? This company was always unique in naming its larger projects, but Sunrise? I hadn’t heard of that one. “The project will test the theory to build foundational infrastructure from which all other apps will be built. Sunrise comes from the dawning of a new type of functionality.

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Deciding When to Pivot or Stay the Course

Scrum.org

Making decisions in the realm of product development is no small feat. It's akin to navigating the rugged Scottish Highlands; the path might start simple, but as you delve deeper, the terrain becomes more complex, demanding a keen sense of direction and adaptability. In the early stages of a project, gathering as much information as possible is essential.

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Setting Objectives: How to Define Success in an Online Giveaway Campaign

Binfire

In the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape, hosting an online giveaway campaign has quickly become a powerful strategy to captivate audiences, foster engagement, and amplify brand visibility. These campaigns offer a dynamic way to connect with your target audience and create a buzz around your brand. The allure of an online giveaway lies in its ability to deliver various benefits for brands and businesses.

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Changing our minds – the evolution of IT project strategic thinking and decision making

Project Accelerator News

Interesting perspective from a Chief Experience Officer, Sandy, on how her organisation is making decisions – “we’re like a car that’s forgotten it has a steering wheel and more than one gear”. I love this metaphor. I can see the car missing turn offs and short cuts and the noise and smoke from driving along in first gear! What she means is that when the project team faces a challenge, or has a strategic decision to make, instead of weighing up what the problem really is and what would be best,

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Understand Digital Debt, Form a Team, Set Goals, and Plan Roadmap for Transformation

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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Decoding Jira: A Comprehensive Guide to Structure, Workflow, and Best Practices

MPUG

Jira is more than just a project management tool. It’s a language spoken widely among tech professionals, a platform where stories are told, and goals are achieved. Understanding Jira’s intricate structure is vital in streamlining processes and connecting teams. This article aims to provide an understanding of Jira’s architecture and share some best practices in using it effectively.

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Turning Your Tech Hobby Into a Career

Productivity Land

When you find an hour or two of free time during your week, how do you like to fill it? Hobbies are a part of life that can make things more interesting. You choose an activity that you are passionate about and dedicate your time, energy, and sometimes money to it. Having hobbies is proven to be beneficial for mental health. In some cases, your hobby could become a full-blown passion.

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