Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Projects can be a hotbed of conflict. From the difficult stakeholder who wants to undermine the project’s success to a disagreement about a feature of a deliverable, project work lends itself to workplace conflict situations. And project managers contribute hugely to that because we go out and look for it.

Underperforming Technical Team 326

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Risk Management 2012 326

Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 7, 2023

Whether it’s what desk to put in our new conservatory space (and I’ll tell you what we ended up deciding later), or who to invite to meetings, or managing to order everyone else’s food and then getting so overwhelmed with having made decisions all day for all the people that I couldn’t choose anything for myself. Ready to get into it?

Technical Review 327

Technical Review Monitoring Consulting Development Team Review 327

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 6, 2024

Project management has wrought much change. From plotting Gantt charts by hand to the modern day explosion of project management software solutions, everything is different – including the nature of work itself. This month she may be working on the pricing and positioning of a brand extension.

Manufacturing 316

Manufacturing Defining Initiating Software Review 316

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

If you are like many project professionals, you have likely worked with artificial intelligence (AI) in some capacity. In our annual global survey , one in five (21 percent) respondents say they are using AI always or often in project management. How do I begin automating tasks?

ChatGPT 471

ChatGPT Generative AI Artificial Inteligence PMI 471

ProjectManager.com

APRIL 2, 2024

Jira is project management software designed for agile software development teams. However, a Jira kanban board can also be used for managing simple workflows, tracking project progress and improving team collaboration by organizations in other industries. Does Jira Have a Kanban Board?

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Underperforming Technical Team Software Review 2024 Software Developers 324

ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

What we might take for granted actually involves a great deal of work and investment. IT financial management (ITFM) covers the costs of keeping our network, servers and devices running. IT financial management is a bit more complicated than that and we’ll explain by more thoroughly defining the term.

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Infrastructure Finance Executing Governance 318

LiquidPlanner

AUGUST 28, 2018

Once in my career, I was lucky enough to work with a true Excel spreadsheet master. Chris could make Excel do anything, except he never used spreadsheets to manage a project. When teams use legacy tools for something like project management, they invite in even more legacy problems. He was a wise man.

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Underperforming Technical Team Software Developers Software Development Agile 772

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

I use low-code and no-code tools for various different automations and data processing at work, and while I’m no expert, the low-code revolution is going to make it easier for us all to do a whole lot of stuff without input from IT. That’s because the course content is really about how to manage a low-code app project.

Software Review 380

Software Review Technical Review PMI Application Development 380

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 12, 2023

Despite your efforts to clearly define the scope, time and resources necessary to successfully complete the projects, things simply don’t always go according to plan. Maja Mrsic Here are 3 examples of projects that didn’t go to plan. So why do some projects crash to their doom? So why do some projects crash to their doom?

Planning 414

Planning Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review 2010 414

ProjectManager.com

MARCH 6, 2024

While Tableau doesn’t have project management features, you can still use it to make a Gantt chart. The result will be a Gantt chart diagram that shows your project schedule and basic details such as project task names, duration and due dates. This isn’t ideal when the success of the project is on the line.

Software Review 338

Software Review Construction Artificial Inteligence Software 338

ProjectManager.com

APRIL 11, 2024

The better the warehouse management, the greater the company’s success. After defining warehouse management and its importance, we’ll focus on its key areas and what the operation life cycle looks like. What Is Warehouse Management? Warehouse management is the process by which the day-to-day operations of a warehouse are run.

Logistics 315

Logistics Manufacturing Monitoring Transportation 315

ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The Gantt chart has become a staple of project management. Henry Gantt was an American who worked as a mechanical engineer and management consultant. He’s best remembered for the tool that bears his name and his works in the development of what’s called scientific management.

Engineering 346

Engineering Underperforming Technical Team Influencer Consulting 346

ProjectManager.com

JULY 5, 2022

A business case is a project management document that explains how the benefits of a project overweigh its costs and why it should be executed. Business cases are prepared during the project initiation phase and their purpose is to include all the project’s objectives, costs and benefits to convince stakeholders of its value.

Underperforming Technical Team 370

Underperforming Technical Team Project Life Cycle Risk Management Governance 370

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 15, 2023

It can be formal, as in a sit-down meeting or written document, but however it’s done the use of employee feedback is critical to create the best work environment in which all parties benefit. Our multiple project views let employers and employees work on the tools they’re comfortable with.

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Construction Software Review Budget Process 352

Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Project management has so many challenges to solve every day, so having a toolbox of techniques (and the right attitude) will help you deliver projects successfully. They are hard to solve because there are many variables and many potential solutions. Welcome to my PMI Wicked Problem Solving review! It turns out you do.

PMI 432

PMI Technical Review 2021 Underperforming Technical Team 432

Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 12, 2021

As project delivery professionals we are always on the lookout for new project management trends and practices, right? Following the latest industry news can help build knowledge, confidence, and find new solutions to existing problems. The results are reported on the project management radar.

2021 428

2021 Energy 2020 Sustainability 428

ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 26, 2024

Asana is a popular work management software that helps teams collaborate on tasks and projects. Microsoft Project is a popular project management software that has the tools that project managers need to manage teams and projects. Get started with ProjectManager today for free.

Software Review 314

Software Review 2024 Aerospace 2008 314

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

Everyone wants their projects to be “quality” but I often get asked about how to manage project quality in real life. What does it mean to “do” project quality? You probably already know that you need a quality management plan , and that management, assurance and control are the pillars of doing it right.

Software Review 332

Software Review Technical Review Budget Defining 332

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 11, 2022

Let’s face it, you want to execute your project well but you don’t want to spend a lot of money doing it. It’s a way to look at your project, whether it’s project management, construction or manufacturing, and figure out how to execute it for the best value. That, in a nutshell, is value engineering. Creative Phase.

Engineering 317

Engineering Construction Manufacturing Software Review 317

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 12, 2024

I want to spend more time doing what matters, and that means less time worrying about tools to do the work. How do teams manage without Atlassian? It’s great for onboarding checklists, project management checklists, standard operating procedures and anything that is process-led and repeatable.

Risk Management 325

Risk Management Finance Software Risk 325

ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Construction project management relies on good planning, experienced contractors and powerful construction project management software. While Procore is a known name in construction project management, many construction managers are looking for a Procore alternative. Procore falls short in many ways.

2024 359

2024 Construction Software Review Technical Review 359

Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 21, 2023

We often hear about ways we can work smarter and more efficiently, but without concrete examples it’s hard to know where to start. If you’re looking for real-world solutions for becoming more productive at work then look no further – these examples of productivity will have you working like a pro!

Technical Review 338

Technical Review Software Review Energy Planning 338

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 2, 2022

You’ve pulled together the key subject matter experts who can help get the project over this hurdle. There is only one sensible solution to fixing an issue. And the project can carry on. In this article, I’ll share a secret weapon for improving problem solving in project management. Can you relate?

Risk Management 400

Risk Management Risk Process Controlling 400

Scrum.org

MARCH 19, 2024

The project management principle "Navigating Complexity" finds a natural ally in the Scrum framework. For Project Managers transitioning to Scrum Masters, understanding how Scrum excels in navigating complexity is crucial. Empower your team to take ownership of their work and contribute to navigating complexities.

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SCRUM Agile Initiating Controlling 157

Scrum.org

JANUARY 1, 2024

In my professional career I have been project manager for many years in different types of environments and for different types of projects. I have been trainer in PRINCE2® and PRINCE2 Agile®, in Management of Portfolios (MoP®) and Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices (P3O®), and in AgilePM®.

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Prince2 SCRUM 2001 PMI 165

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

This is an article by Krishna Kumar, CEO of Simplilearn Solutions. Krishna Kumar, CEO of Simplilearn Solutions. Gone are the days when the most senior people or seasoned technicians were designated as project managers. Most organizations are looking to building systematic project management practices.

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Certification PMI Engineering 2021 432

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 14, 2022

We all have a pretty good mental picture of what the workplace looks like when an important project flies right off the tracks. In this article, we’ll look at some simple triggers to use to see if you really can carry out all the work that’s on your To Do list. How does it feel at work? Are you organized enough?

Technical Review 425

Technical Review 2014 Software Review Software 425

Scrum.org

APRIL 22, 2024

In the realm of agile development, we often find ourselves caught in the rhythm of managing tasks and visualising our work without pausing to question the efficacy of the underlying system. The revelation came when we decided to make these delays visible, not just as a number but as a tangible cost to the project. Comment below!

Innovation 145

Innovation Agile Executing Process 145

The IIL Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

It traces its roots to Lean, which is also foundational to other modern management theories. It developed the just-in-time delivery model, which freed up working capital. In this article, I explore these principles to demonstrate that any organization can apply them to improve its “way of working.” They take pride in their work.

Lean 164

Lean Agile Underperforming Technical Team Innovation 164

The IIL Blog

JULY 26, 2023

The World’s Leading Framework and Certification for Agile Project Management By APMG International July 26, 2023 Agile’s influence on the project management industry continues to rise at pace. AgilePM offers a structured and scalable corporate Agile framework based on proven practice.

2011 148

2011 2010 Certification Prince2 148

LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

What are the project management skills that you really need to focus on today? I hear from project managers every week who aren’t sure what skills they should be building on. The way we do project management has evolved. That’s not to say that project management training is pointless.

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Governance Government Influencer Lean 588

The IIL Blog

MAY 1, 2024

So, business agility is not just many projects across the business adopting agile software development. Diagram 1: Strategy to operations in traditional organization structure Diagram 1 above illustrates in a very simplified manner how traditional organisations work. It is not even a question of all departments adopting agile methods.

Agile 147

Agile Artificial Inteligence Budget Consulting 147

Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Their response started with: “ Historically, we have funded projects. The person who runs these projects is a project manager. The project manager ensures that a plan is built and then executed. They work with stakeholders and people doing the work. But let me continue with the story.

SCRUM 161

SCRUM Leadership Initiating Budget 161

Scrum.org

APRIL 1, 2024

The professional project management principle to embrace adaptability and resiliency aligns seamlessly with the core tenets of Scrum. Scrum, with its empirical approach and emphasis on cross-functional, self-managing teams, inherently cultivates adaptability and resiliency.

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SCRUM Agile Planning Process 137

Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Living the product owner accountability in a product organisation takes work. Not Involving the Team in Product Backlog Management Yes, you are accountable for effective product backlog management as a product owner. work or may delegate the responsibility to others. work or may delegate the responsibility to others.

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2024 2020 Influencer Innovation 147

Leading Agile

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

There is a temptation to do a moonshot project and attempt to rewrite and re-platform the entire solution in a short period of time. Sometimes this works. Large initiatives, like modernizing a legacy solution, are risky and fraught with peril. I’ve been part of one of those that was successful. Outright failures.

Technical Review 144

Technical Review Software Review Agile Governance 144

PM Times

MARCH 31, 2021

Written by: Brad Egeland My next installment in this exclusive Project Times series on project management related tools and services looks at Leankor's offering that promises to make projects more profitable while also making them easier to manage during these remote PM and virtual project teams real world times.

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