Resource Guru
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Every freakishly efficient project manager has a few special tricks up their sleeves. Naturally, we’re talking about the tools that will prevent even the doomed projects from seeing an early grave. So if you don’t want to be haunted by ghastly things (such as scope creep ) across the project life cycle , keep reading or face every PMs greatest fear–a failed project. 1.
Green Project Management
OCTOBER 23, 2023
In the frenzied quest for technological advancement, we are often dazzled by the latest tools and AI solutions that promise to revolutionize industries. The profession of project management is no exception. Every blog, webinar, and workshop focuses on the new era of automation and AI-driven decision-making. But have we forgotten the heartbeat of every project?
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GanttPRO Project Management
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Effective business outcomes depend on a healthy project lifecycle. Project managers should know what to do at each stage, including the critical path method identification. This project management technique involves […] The post How Critical Path Method Drives Project Management Success first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.
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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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.
ActiveCollab
OCTOBER 26, 2023
A project proposal is a crucial component in the world of project management. Outlining the project's objectives, strategies, schedule, and budget provides a clear roadmap for the team, ensuring everyone is on the same page. Furthermore, a well-written project proposal helps address potential issues, streamlining project execution. This article will focus on a project proposal and explain its role in project management.
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Celoxis
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Project management software makes it easy to plan projects, allocate tasks and keep teams organized so that deadlines and goals are met. With so many project management systems on the market today, however, choosing the right option for your needs can be difficult.
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 23, 2023
TL, DR: Saying No Without Burning Bridges Are you navigating the delicate art of saying No as a Product Owner or product manager? Actually, it’s more of a strategic ‘yes’ to higher priorities, turning down lower-level requests without shutting down communication. This article will dive into various approaches, from reframing conversations and fostering stakeholder collaboration to being transparent to data-informed rationale and empathetic engagement.
The IIL Blog
OCTOBER 24, 2023
By Dr. Harold Kerzner What is meant by project management complexity or project complexity? Why is it important to know now? How will knowing this make my life (as a project professional) easier? Organizational projects are by nature far-reaching and complex. Understanding how corporate projects start and take shape, and recognizing different types of complexity can help you determine the appropriate methodology for the project.
Productivity Land
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Recognizing and appreciating employees are elements for the success and growth of any organization. It goes beyond acknowledging their efforts; it uplifts spirits, improves efficiency, and cultivates a positive work environment. In this article, we will delve into facets of employee recognition and its influence on both individuals and the organization as a whole.
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
ProjectManager.com
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Creating software is a complex, layered endeavor. It involves many steps and usually has plenty of features. All that means there are many points in the project’s life cycle in which something can go wrong. A test case is an essential part of software development to make sure a product or a feature is working properly. Let’s explain what a test case is and then we’ll show you how to write one, step by step.
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.
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].
Planio
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Ask a hundred project managers what one of their biggest sources of frustration is and at least half will tell you some variation of the same theme: resource allocation. Whether it’s people, raw materials, or cold hard cash, projects can’t function without resources. And often, there aren’t enough to go around. To bridge the gap, you need to find a way to make your resources go further.
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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.
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.
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 22, 2023
La transformación Agile es un proceso complejo que requiere un cambio cultural significativo. En este contexto, es importante estar atento a los posibles boicoteadores que pueden intentar sabotear la implementación de Agile. Lista de formas de boicotear una transformación a Agile de una organización Propagar resistencia al cambio. Una transformación Agile requiere un cambio cultural significativo, y algunas personas pueden resistirse a este cambio.
GanttPRO Project Management
OCTOBER 22, 2023
The world of project planning comprises many concepts and tools. A critical path and a Gantt chart serve as reliable assistants; and experienced project managers know how to combine these […] The post A Critical Path on а Gantt Chart: What is it and How to Find it? first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.
Productivity Land
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Options trading is a sophisticated financial product that may accomplish many investing objectives. Options trading may be a helpful tool for company founders for hedging against market volatility, obtaining funding, creating income, and limiting risk. However, it is vital to highlight that options trading is dangerous, and company owners must grasp the dangers before participating in this activity.
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Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.
PM Times
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Don’t underestimate your power to make positive change. Angela Davis, a passionate activist, is quoted as saying: “I have given up on accepting the things I cannot change. I aim to change the things I can’t accept.” As project managers we are often faced with unacceptable realities that get in the way of project […] The post Doing What You Can to Change the Unacceptable appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and Jobs.
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Determined to find a way to meet her goals, Sara knows that her organization needs to step up and embrace new capabilities. With the way things are currently set up, there are too many dependencies between teams, conflicting goals, and coordination issues that are holding them back. It’s like trying to run a race with one foot tied to a rock – they’re not getting very far.
Project Accelerator News
OCTOBER 27, 2023
“May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears.”– Nelson Mandela I heard something on a podcast this week that was both an epiphany and blindingly obvious in equal measure, in fact, its genius was its simplicity. “If you find yourself deciding between only two choices, maybe you need to widen the aperture,” Roelof Botha, managing partner of Sequoia Capital, said on their “Crucible Moments” podcast.
Productivity Land
OCTOBER 25, 2023
The sphere of higher education, traditionally seen as a sanctum of knowledge and learning, has undergone significant transformations over the past few decades. In this era, where globalization has brought forth an abundance of choices, educational establishments are not merely institutions but strong brands that require intelligent positioning in a competitive marketplace.
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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.
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
Scrum.org
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Whether it’s questioning assumptions, coaching in agility, or helping to resolve impediments, effective Scrum Masters drive change. But far too often, Scrum Masters are so focused on change at the team level, that the broader changes required at the organization level go unsupported. How can a Scrum Master help drive the necessary changes across the organization to increase the level of agility and deliver more value?
International Institute for Learning
OCTOBER 27, 2023
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Productivity Land
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Source Data collation is one of the most viable ways of monitoring and gauging employee performance metrics. Every forward-thinking organization knows that. It bolsters talent acquisition, lowers attrition rates, and maximizes workforce productivity. However, over-relying on this approach without proper safety measures can be devastating to your business.
Speaker: Ketan Jahagirdar - Sopheon’s Director of Product Management
70% of most digital transformation projects fail. Learn how you can quickly improve that success rate. To be successful, digital transformation involves the strategic application of digitalization to improve a business’ entire system of production, procurement, sales, operations, human resources, and financial management. In short, to basically transform the way a company makes money and delivers value to customers.
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