Scrum.org
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Sloth in Agile isn't just about laziness; it's about not taking the necessary actions or making the essential changes even when we claim to be following Agile principles. One of the most common manifestations of this sin is simply not doing what we say we're going to do. For instance, we might claim to be "doing Agile", yet fail to deliver a working product at the end of a Sprint.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Attending a project management conference is an excellent way to network with other project managers, build your skills, and improve your career. We have compiled a list of project management conferences in the UK so that you can stay close to home. Looking to travel a bit further? We also have lists for project management conferences in the US and Canada , as well as project management conferences in Europe , Asia and Oceania.
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ProjectManager.com
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Managing a project is basically making decisions. There are many tasks, but not all tasks are created equal. This means that a project manager must be able to make decisions about the priority of each and often use the Eisenhower matrix to help them make those important decisions. The Eisenhower matrix is an important tool for project management. We’ll define it, see how it helps project managers determine what’s important vs. urgent and explain how to make and use the Eisenhower matrix wh
Rebel’s Guide to PM
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Effective communication is the backbone of any business because it means your team can collaborate with each other, understand customer needs, convey information, and support your credibility as a brand. Some people seem naturally good at communication in a project setting , but even if you don’t feel confident in your ability, communication skills are definitely something you can develop and improve over time.
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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.
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Ah, the age-old adage: "twice the work in half the time". It's a catchy phrase, isn't it? One that's been used to sell many a book. But let's be clear from the outset: that's not what Scrum is about. Scrum isn't about churning out features at a rapid pace. It's not about a 400% increase in output. That's a misconception. Scrum is about outcomes, not outputs.
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Leading Agile
OCTOBER 19, 2023
During the height of the pandemic, many teams learned how to work from home. As people start heading back to the office, many teams are in this weird in-between space where things aren’t always what they need to be to get the most out of your team. In this short podcast, Dave and Vic explore how hybrid teams are impacting your ability to do Scrum successfully, and discuss some tips and tricks to get the most out of your Scrum team while ensuring you’re also getting what you need to do your best
PM Basics
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Definition of the Requirements Traceability Matrix is confusing. So, simply put: Requirements Traceability Matrix is a document that maps requirements with other aspects of a project. It’s important to notice: RTM is a powerful project integration tool. It’s a connection link between project objectives, requirements, and scope of work.
Productivity Land
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Remote work is hugely popular in this digital era, and your dependable Mac might be your best travel companion for an action-packed adventure. Let’s get started with this in-depth guide on turning your Mac into a remote work powerhouse. Create a Comfortable Workspace Finding the ideal location in your home where you can work your magic is the first thing to do.
PM Basics
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Small projects have a set of specific difficulties. You can’t just use a framework from the PMBOK® Guide. Or any other one. In most cases, you have to follow a custom workflow. It includes practices and tools that have worked before. However, it doesn’t mean that they are optimal.
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
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 19, 2023
? The more people become proficient in living the Scrum values, the more successful the use of Scrum will be. When the Scrum values are embodied by the Scrum Team and the people they work with, the empirical Scrum pillars come to life, building trust. Reminder: the Scrum Values are Commitment, Focus, Openness, Respect, and Courage. Is there any impact of living (or not) the Scrum Values on the Artifacts.?
PM Basics
OCTOBER 19, 2023
I created a Scope Management Plan once and improved it bit by bit during all 11+ years of my career in the IT industry. The plan helped many times to organize the work of a new team. So, it’s a worthwhile investment of your efforts.
LiquidPlanner
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Release 42 | October 20, 2023 This release is one more step on the journey to provide a more robust reporting suite. Thanks to the new Library you’re no longer limited to just one Dashboard per Package or Project. You can create and share as many Dashboards as you need. Later, you’ll create and access reports from the Library too. Additionally, we fulfilled a top feature request by enabling customizable Email Notifications.
PM Basics
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Depending on the current moment in the project life cycle, an experienced project manager acts in a different manner. Novice project managers usually overlook this important topic. It looks very difficult.
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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.
Management Yogi
OCTOBER 19, 2023
While interacting with aspiring Portfolio Management Professionals (PMI-PfMPs), a number of questions come up. Usually, the frequent ones are the followings:Another certification?! Why should I go for it?I’m already a PMP, RMP or PgMP. What’s the value in doing the PfMP certification?Portfolio management – what’s that? Never heard of it!Related one – It’s rarely used in my organization.
PM Basics
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Understanding the Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs will help you better understand how to motivate your project team. It’s still one of the theories tested during the PMI PMP exam. Maslow’s theory describes the pattern of how human motivation develops. Nowadays, the theory is represented as a pyramid.
Sitetracker
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Plunging solar photovoltaic system costs – down 64%, 69%, and 82% for residential, commercial-rooftop, and utility-scale PV systems since 2010, according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory – haven’t come with corresponding drops in the costs of designing, permitting, installing, commissioning, and financing. Solar deployment operations management solutions like Sitetracker can help reduce these soft costs for utility-scale solar.
PM Basics
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Your customers escalated a problem to the top management for no clear reason. They are going to cancel the project and withdraw the contract. Your boss is calling up an emergency meeting. What should a project manager do? Once, I faced a project management crisis that developed due to continuous client’s dissatisfaction.
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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.
PM Basics
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Herzberg’s two-factor theory explains why the best and most highly paid members leave your project. And like with Maslow’s theory of needs, I will explain Herzberg’s dual factor theory from the perspective of practical application. You don’t have to be a physiologist to see and act on the motivation of your team.
PM Basics
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Do you feel like no one reads your weekly status reports? Does it take you the whole day to create it? Stakeholders ignore valuable information and wonder why you did not ping them. But you did. In the weekly status report. Writing useless reports is a common thing in project management. But you can change that.
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