Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 18, 2023
In my experience, most project managers feel that they could ‘do’ lessons learned better. We all know that capturing lessons learned is an essential part of making sure that future projects go well, but sharing them seems to be something that we don’t feel we do particularly effectively. And it isn’t surprising – managing lessons learned properly is hard to do well on a project.
Scrum.org
JULY 17, 2023
Agile has become more than just a buzzword in our complex world. Agility is a mindset, a skillset, a culture, and a driving force behind successful, flexible, and responsive organisations. Central to this Agile environment is the role of an Agile Leader, an individual whose understanding, commitment, and practice of Agile principles can significantly impact the outcome of any Agile transformation.
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Online PM Courses
JULY 16, 2023
Projects are inherently uncertain. So we set out to spot what can go wrong as early as possible. Let's examine the sources of project risk. The post Spotting Project Threats: How to Find the Sources of Project Risk appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.
Leading Agile
JULY 18, 2023
Agile needs to be tied to business-driven results. If not, then we start measuring things like people trained, teams doing Scrum, or the organization’s sentiment toward Agile to tell us if we’re succeeding. But, in the absence of measurable business results, none of that matters. Agile is all about the ability of an organization to deliver in small batches, get fast feedback from customers, and quickly respond to change.
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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.
Techno-PM
JULY 18, 2023
Defining Project Quality Management Project quality management is the process of ensuring that a project meets or exceeds the expectations of stakeholders in terms of functionality, performance, and reliability. It involves establishing quality objectives and implementing measures to achieve them, as well as monitoring and controlling project activities to ensure that they are consistent with established standards and best practices.
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GanttPRO Project Management
JULY 17, 2023
Marketing agencies play a vital role in the growth of many businesses. They operate by their own rules, follow the latest marketing trends, and use specific tools, including online marketing […] The post Keeping Clients and Projects in the Loop: 10 Marketing Agency Project Management Software to Consider first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.
Resource Guru
JULY 18, 2023
The agency industry is a crowded space, so when you ask yourself how to scale your agency , it’s not always clear where (or how) to get started. Keep this in mind: scaling is a journey, and it requires careful planning, flexibility, and a willingness to learn from both successes and failures. We know that scaling an agency can be a tough task, so we’re here to provide practical advice.
Techno-PM
JULY 18, 2023
Overview Quality management plays a crucial role in any organization, regardless of its size or industry. The concept of quality management can be defined as the process of ensuring that goods and services meet or exceed customer expectations. To establish a competitive edge in the market, organizations must prioritize quality management. There are various approaches to quality management that have been developed over the years, each with its unique characteristics and advantages.
Project Risk Coach
JULY 18, 2023
"Practice makes perfect" is a timeless adage that holds true in various aspects of life, and it certainly applies to preparing for the PMI-RMP (Project Management Institute - Risk Management Professional) exam. The journey to becoming a certified PMI-RMP professional requires dedication, knowledge, and the ability to apply risk management principles in real-world scenarios.
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
JULY 20, 2023
Project management consultants don’t only add value to a project, but they can help introduce project management processes to any team. It’s a great career transition for current project managers to consider. Jennifer Bridges, PMP, shows you what PM skills, PM tools and related experience you need to succeed in this competitive field. What Is a Project Management Consultant?
Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 21, 2023
Are you wondering whether you should take the IBM project management certificate or the Google project management course? They are both excellent, credible training providers, and both courses are aimed at beginner-level project managers. So which one to take? Having worked through the Coursera IBM Project Manager , IBM IT Project Manager and Google Project Management professional certificates , I feel confident being able to share with you my thoughts on how they shape up.
Scrum.org
JULY 18, 2023
Part 1, improving an A-level ecosystem: the first steps. The organizational archetypes of the Org Topologies™ map can be used to plot organization designs that we refer to as ecosystems. This article describes an A-type ecosystem for (software) product development, the prevalent dynamics in it, and the solutions to improve performance using Org Topologies™ mapping.
The IIL Blog
JULY 19, 2023
By Karim Radwan July 19, 2023 Quickly drafted, easy to share, more formal than phone messaging, once invented, emails quickly became our favored way of communicating. It is as close to perfection as a communication tool can get. Usually, us humans tend to overuse and abuse good things, and of course, emails are no exception. Globally, a staggering 269 billion emails are sent each day and there are currently just over 3.7 billion email users worldwide.
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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
JULY 18, 2023
Most projects are hierarchical. There’s someone at the top of the project management team who answers to the stakeholders and directs the project manager and project team. That position is called a project executive. Of course, it’s more complicated than that, so it’s important to first define the term project executive and explain what that person does, including their main responsibilities.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 19, 2023
Agile methods need Agile teams — teams that think differently and work in ways that support responsive delivery. An agile mindset, and a set of shared values, principles, and often Agile tools, help Agile teams succeed. So why are agile teams different to other types of ‘classic’ project team? In this article we’ll look at two things: The different roles you’ll find in an Agile team The team structures you can set up to help make your agile team a success.
Scrum.org
JULY 17, 2023
Health Checks for Agile Teams Agile teams thrive on continuous improvement and adaptability. Self-assessment isn’t just a health check measuring tool but a compass guiding teams toward their potential. It enables teams to understand their strengths, identify areas of improvement, and delve deeper into work dynamics beyond mere output. The true essence of self-assessment in Agile is fostering transparency, collaboration, and relentless improvement.
Musings on Project Management
JULY 16, 2023
As a project, the Appian Way was monumental for its time: Phase I, built in only one year. 312 BCE. the paved road (originally, a military road) cuts through the Alban hills and the coastal Pontine marshes to connect Rome to far southeast Brindisi.
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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.
MPUG
JULY 17, 2023
This article didn’t come out of nowhere. I recently had a recorded interview with Stuart Taylor on project management. While that specific video is not out yet, you can find his videos on YouTube. It was an exciting conversation and brought me back to project experiences that left me, let’s say, animated. Over the years, I have had to clean up the results of project decisions made in the name of pragmatism.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 20, 2023
Why use a Terms of Reference document? A Terms of Reference document is a really versatile document. I use it mainly for two things: First , putting down in writing what my Steering Group are actually supposed to do to set the ‘ground rules’ for that group and their meetings. This helps them keep a focus on the job at hand, not get too much into the detail and helps them and others take the project seriously.
Scrum.org
JULY 21, 2023
Professional Scrum with User Experience: Gaining the Competitive Edge Discover how Professional Scrum with User Experience Training offers your team a competitive edge through a synergistic approach that enhances product success. Discover How to Elevate Your Scrum Implementation with UX In today’s hyper-competitive market, businesses constantly seek innovative ways to get ahead.
The IIL Blog
JULY 19, 2023
By V. Lee Henson July 19, 2023 In product development, it’s important to engage stakeholders and team members early and often. This helps to ensure that everyone is on the same page and the product meets the needs of all involved. Agile Team Engagement is Not Always Easy Here are a few tips for engaging stakeholders and team members in product development: Involve stakeholders in the planning process.
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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.
WorkOtter
JULY 17, 2023
Did you know that only 58% of organizations understand the value of project management? Unfortunately, this means many businesses are missing out on the benefits. It’s important to explore project management because it leads to successful project completion. A project lifecycle is crucial in determining whether a project succeeds or fails. But what is a project lifecycle?
Rebel’s Guide to PM
JULY 20, 2023
In this article we’ll look at the types of artifacts in project management, typical documents for each type. There’s also a checklist of project artifacts by phase at the end, which you can use as an aide-memoire for creating your own documentation. What is an artifact? An artifact is something you create. In project management, artifacts relate to documents, templates, outputs or a specific deliverable.
Scrum.org
JULY 17, 2023
The purpose of the Scrum Master is to enhance the efficiency and productivity of the Scrum team. It’s an important accountability for the success of the Scrum team, and yet, it is surprising that many people are uncertain about the qualities they should seek when hiring a Scrum Master. An ideal Scrum Master should possess expertise in the Scrum framework as well as complimentary practices, demonstrate servant leadership qualities, and prioritize continuous improvement for the Scrum team.
The IIL Blog
JULY 19, 2023
By Harold Kerzner, Ph.D. July 19, 2023 Project Versus Functional Worker Engagement Worker engagement is the way a company treats employees, or the way employees treat one another to create a high quality and highly productive project work environment. Much of the early literature on worker engagement focused on workers hiring into a full-time functional position and working on assignments that remain within that functional area.
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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