ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Excel project budget templates are one of the most popular tools to create a project budget. However, Excel isn’t the best tool for project budgeting as it doesn’t allow project team members to collaborate online, sharing files among team members it’s a time-consuming process, among other productivity drawbacks. Because of the hurdles of using Excel for project budgeting, many project teams are now using Google Sheets to create their project budgets and collaborate online.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Did you know that in the US an employee individual typically works overtime in a year equating to not being paid until 14 February ? That’s 233 hours of ‘free’ work we give our employers because overtime is unpaid. For me, working from home for a portion of the week has given me back a balance that I didn’t have when I was in the office everyday.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Let's face it: Any successful digital transformation journey begins with a clear vision. But what moves it forward? The answer lies in evidence. The Evidence-Based Management (EBM) method ensures your journey doesn't stall at the vision stage but progresses forward, fueled by hard data and tangible insights. What Is Digital Transformation? Digital transformation refers to integrating digital technologies into all business areas, resulting in fundamental changes to operations and delivering value

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2023

By Jordan Lewis Nurturing a high-performing team is the cornerstone of success, specifically on project management teams. A well-supported team not only delivers results, but they also thrive on collaboration and continuous improvement. In this article, we’ll dive into the art of supporting team performance within the framework of project management, and we will explore strategies for recognizing hard work, fostering growth, and providing effective feedback.

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Gaining your Project Management Professional (PMP) certification can be very beneficial for any project manager. Most successful PMP candidates treat preparing for the PMP exam as a personal project. As such, it requires careful planning and a structured approach. Eligibility criteria must be met, and the exam is known for its difficulty, sometimes requiring multiple attempts.

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Leading Agile

DECEMBER 1, 2023

As 2023 draws to an end, like most of you, we’ve been busy taking inventory of how it went. We had some wins, some losses, and a TON of opportunities to learn and grow. Now, we turn our attention to 2024. In preparation, we’ve been pouring over this year’s data and we were curious to know what 2023’s top performing Field Notes were.

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Planio

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In the era of hybrid work, managing your productivity and mental well-being has never been more important. But while many people believe they get more work done away from the office, a recent study by the National Bureau of Economic Research found workers could actually be up to 18% less productive when working from home. Now, this isn’t another of the many calls to return to the office.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The mantra “adapt or perish” has never been truer than in today’s breakneck business environment. Yet, how we adapt, specifically the framework and mindset we employ in driving transformation, can significantly dictate our success. Traditional transformation strategies often hinge on assertiveness and top-down directives. But what if there's a more dynamic, resilient way?

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2023

By Jodie Hurst It’s common knowledge that the 4th quarter, known as “Q4,” is the make-or-break period for any organization. As we approach the last months of a fiscal year, leaders and project managers are aware of whether their yearly goals are complete, and if they aren’t, last-moment chaos is inevitable. To avoid such mishaps, it’s a no-brainer that you must plan, and by planning, you need to do much more than just task allocation.

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Green Project Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

In an era where generative AI is revolutionizing industries, the promise of leveraging such technology for sustainability is tantalizing. The IBM Institute for Business Value’s guide, “The CEO’s guide to generative AI Sustainability,” underscores the potential of AI to scale sustainability efforts, offering CEOs a beacon of hope in the daunting quest for responsible growth. […] The post Beyond Algorithms: The Human Factor in AI-Driven Sustainability appeared first on Driv

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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Information technology (IT) has found its way into almost every aspect of our lives, both professionally and personally. 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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Binfire

DECEMBER 2, 2023

In an era replete with technological advancements, businesses are constantly seeking ways to streamline their operations and boost productivity. One such avenue is the adoption of guided selling software. This tool has shown immense promise in transforming and simplifying sales processes, driving increased revenue and customer satisfaction. In this article, we delve deeper into the world of guided selling software and explore its advantages.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Es vergeht kein Scrum Training, an dem nicht darüber diskutiert wird… Die Rede ist von Sprint-Zielen. Oder besser: Warum Sprint-Ziele nicht funktionieren. Dabei wiederholen sich die Gründe, die angeführt werden: 5 Gründe, warum Sprint-Ziele nicht funktionieren Wir arbeiten nicht an einem Produkt, sondern an (mehreren) Projekten. Während des Sprints kommt es zu unvorhergesehener Arbeit.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Are you looking to change careers or grab hold of the ever-evolving world of project management? As 2024 unfolds, certifications beckon with more promise and potential. With –many paths, selecting the proper project management certification can be your game-changer–the difference between searching for a job and landing that dream position!

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Embedding dashboards, reports and analytics in your application presents unique opportunities and poses unique challenges. We interviewed 16 experts across business intelligence, UI/UX, security and more to find out what it takes to build an application with analytics at its core. No matter where you are in your analytics journey, you will learn about emerging trends and gather best practices from product experts.

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Productivity Land

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Source The future of healthcare communication is being redefined. Traditional methods are giving way to more interactive, patient-focused solutions. One such innovation is push SMS solutions. Push SMS solutions help patients keep track of appointments, health data, and medicine reminders. They work to make healthcare easier for the patient, building trust along the way.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Inventories are a very important tool for business management as they allow companies to track physical assets such as raw materials, supplies and products that are available for sale. This Google Sheets inventory template works for any of those cases, especially for teams that need to collaborate online. Why Should You Use This Google Sheets Inventory Template?

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Velociteach

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The podcast by project managers for project managers. Constance Dierickx lays out a new paradigm for leadership that offers a way to synthesize thinking, emotion, and behavior. Meta-leadership goes beyond conventional leadership attributes, emphasizing not only the possession of knowledge and skills but also a keen sense of observation and discernment.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In today’s fast-paced work environment, the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously is often seen as a valuable skill. However, this multitasking often involves what is known as “context switching”, which can significantly impact productivity, increased error rates, creativity and job satisfaction. Understanding how to measure and tackle context switching is crucial for individuals and organizations aiming to optimize their flow of value delivery.

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When we talk about “compliance and security," most companies want to ensure that steps are being taken to protect what they value most – people, data, real or personal property, intellectual property, digital assets, or any other number of other things - and it’s more important than ever that safeguards are in place. Let’s step back and focus on the idea that no matter how complicated the compliance and security regime, it should be able to be distilled down to a checklist.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

By Scott Morton Crisis! When a crisis hits, effective communication can be the difference between chaos and control, confusion and clarity, panic, and preparedness. Whether it is a data breach, cyberattack, global pandemic, or unforeseen event, a robust capability to handle crisis communication is paramount. This is where the Critical Communication Capability® Framework steps in, serving as a universal guiding light for candidates in the often-tumultuous landscape of crisis management.

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Teamweek

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Team management software helps teams work better, be more productive, and communicate more effectively. The key features of team management software are work planning and management, team communication, file storage, and capacity planning. We’ve looked at ten top team management software apps, their key features, pros, cons, use cases, and costs. Here’s what we came up with.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Information technology (IT) runs most businesses. It’s hard to imagine a company without an IT department. But those devices don’t run for free. Managing information costs and managing information security for those costs are part of making an IT budget. First, we need to understand what an IT budget is, how often they’re made and what is the best size for one.

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Leading Agile

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The larger and more established your company is, the harder it is to do a cloud migration. Many companies are trying, and many are struggling to do it in a cost effective and sticky way. In fact, more than half of companies who have made moves into the cloud are already going back on-prem. Our new COO, Philippe Bonneton, and Mike Cottmeyer sit down to discuss the challenges associated with moving monolithic legacy applications into the cloud and how an iterative and incremental change model can

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 3, 2023

En el vertiginoso mundo del desarrollo, garantizar la entrega de productos de alta calidad del software es fundamental. La metodología Ágil ha revolucionado la forma en que los equipos abordan el desarrollo, haciendo hincapié en la colaboración, la adaptabilidad y el progreso iterativo. Un aspecto crucial de Ágil que contribuye significativamente a la calidad del software es las Pruebas Ágiles.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

By Harold Kerzner, Ph.D. Introduction to Project Health Checks Projects seem to progress quickly until they are about 60-70% complete. During that time, everyone applauds that work is progressing as planned. Then, perhaps without any warning, the truth comes out and we discover that the project is in trouble. This occurs because of: Our disbelief in the value of using the traditional project metrics of time, cost, and scope only Selecting other metrics which may not be applicable or correct Our

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Teamweek

DECEMBER 6, 2023

1. Toggl Track Price: Starts at $10/month Toggl Track is a simple yet powerful time-tracking tool that you can use to track time, manage projects, and organize tasks. Toggl Track also helps you measure profitability and productivity in a user-friendly way that needs no training. What we like Toggl Insights feature lets you easily see how profitable projects and employees are.

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International Institute for Learning

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Free Newsletter | Learner Login Search Search Close this search box. Courses Browse Courses Live Virtual Learning On-Demand In-Person Professional Certifications Learning Categories Project, Program and Portfolio Management Agile and Scrum Leadership and Interpersonal Skills Business Analysis Business Relationship Management Cybersecurity Information Technology Management Lean Six Sigma Microsoft Project Online Conferences Leadership and Innovation Agile and Scrum International Project Managemen

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The Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification is one of many professional credentials that is awarded by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. Currently, there are approximately 1.4 million PMI PMPs awarded by PMI, the world’s leading authority on management. The PMP® certification is accredited against the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 and ISO/ANSI 17024 standards.

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NimbleWork

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of modern business, achieving organizational goals hinges on effective project management. Whether launching new products, improving efficiency, upgrading technology, enhancing customer satisfaction, or boosting employee morale, projects are the driving force of change. Leading vs Managing, understanding this distinction is pivotal.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 2, 2023

Scrum is the most popular Agile framework today, with over 90% of Agile teams using the Scrum framework (16th annual State of Agile report from Digital AI). The idea behind Scrum is empiricism , or making decisions based upon what is known. To get the most out of the Scrum framework, teams should embrace transparency , practice frequent inspection of value delivered and enable teams to adapt to new information.

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Leading Agile

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Business Agility is all about creating strategic alignment between different parts of your organization. One of the ways that we help our clients create strategic alignment is by implementing a four-tiered governance model that has a dedicated strategy team, or investment team on top. This team is responsible for setting the strategy, applying context for all the other teams, and making sure that they are holding the system of delivery accountable.

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