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Meeting Deadlines: 10 Tips for Deadline Management

ProjectManager.com

Deadline management is a foundational skill in effective project management. It ensures that tasks, milestones and deliverables are completed within agreed timeframes, keeping the project on schedule and within scope. When done well, it improves team coordination, builds stakeholder trust and reduces the risk of costly delays. Still, mastering deadline management can be challenging.

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The First 30 Days of Your PMO: A Week-by-Week Setup Guide for Small Teams

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Have you been asked to “ set up a Project Management Office ” but you aren’t really sure where to start? I know the feeling! I’m going to share with you a step-by-step plan for setting up a PMO. These simple steps are specifically aimed at smaller teams, so if you are a project manager who has been asked to stand up a PMO function, or an operational leader, a program manager, or anyone else who now has responsibility for tracking projects across the function or organization, this is for you.

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Scrum Master vs Project Manager

Scrum.org

A Scrum Master is one of the three accountabilities defined in the Scrum Guide , and is a crucial part of a healthy, effective Scrum Team. Although some Project Managers work with Scrum Teams, they may or may not qualify as Scrum Masters. So: Scrum Master vs Project Manager. They are two very different roles/accountabilities. How do we reconcile or differentiate the two?

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Time Blocking for Project Managers: The Productivity Hack You Need

Accidental PM

Your time is your most valuable resource—and often your most misused one. Between back-to-back meetings, endless email threads, and stakeholders popping in with “just a quick question,” it can feel like you spend more time reacting than leading. Time-blocking is a simple but powerful productivity technique that can help project managers take control of their time, focus intensely on high-priority tasks, and reduce the mental clutter from context switching.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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The Emotional Reality of Project Management 

The IIL Blog

By Markus Kopko June 12, 2025 Project management is not just about tasks, timelines, and deliverables. It’s about people. Pressure. Emotional resilience. Behind every Gantt chart is a human being navigating far more than scope and schedules. You’re not just managing projects. You’re managing meltdowns, motivation, and mayhem. And somehow — still delivering.

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How to Set up a PMO (Project Management Office): A Step-by-Step Guide

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I love this topic because, like many of you; I was brand new to PMO Management when I was first offered a PMO. It was scary and you might not understand where to start. Yes, you can search up and down LinkedIn, and I can tell you that there is advice there for sure, but it is often not expert advice. I read it all the time, people telling you how to run a PMO and have zero or very limited experience doing it themselves.

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Without Delivery, There Is No Value

Scrum.org

Before delivery, all ideas and strategies remain theoretical. They are assumptions - educated guesses that may or may not align with actual needs or expectations. Delivery is the only mechanism through which these assumptions are validated, transforming theory into tangible outcomes that can be measured, tested, and improved. Value exists only when it is realised, and the only way to realise the value in software is to release it.

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Project risk management software: 7 options to compare

Wrike

Key takeaways: What does project risk management software help teams achieve? Project risk management software helps teams identify, assess, and respond to potential risks before they impact timelines, budgets, or outcomes. By standardizing processes and creating visibility, these tools support proactive decision making and reduce the likelihood of project failure.

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Business Case Template: Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guidance

Alan Parker Blog

Transform your project ideas into clear, convincing, and well-supported proposals. Introduction to the Business Case Template Our Business Case Template serves as a detailed, systematic tool designed to help you structure, evaluate, and present your project proposals in a compelling, professional manner. Whether you’re seeking internal management approval, approaching external investors, or preparing an options appraisal for governance boards, this template guides you through every stage o

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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8 Agile Templates: Which Free Agile Template is Right for You?

ProjectManager.com

Agile project management has become a cornerstone for teams aiming to deliver value quickly and adapt to changing requirements. With its iterative approach and focus on collaboration, agile helps streamline workflows, foster transparency and prioritize customer needs. However, implementing agile effectively requires the right tools—especially agile templates that standardize processes and improve consistency across teams.

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Don’t Fill in the Blanks: Dealing with the Constraints of Templates and Forms

The IIL Blog

By Steve Blais June 12, 2025 As a consultant for the past 30 plus years, I have found it useful after determining what the client wants done, the problem they need solved, the scope, constraints and guidelines they want followed, to find out how they want the results of my findings presented. I am thinking in terms of verbal reporting, PowerPoint presentation, written report, etc.

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The Scrum Guide Expansion Pack: A Critical Reality Check

Scrum.org

TL; DR: Is There a Need for It? The Scrum Guide Expansion Pack represents a fascinating contradiction in the agile world. While attempting to cure Scrum’s reputation crisis, it may actually amplify the very problems it seeks to solve. Let me explain what this means for practitioners dealing with the aftermath of failed Scrum implementations. The Philosophical Shift: From Lightweight to Academic The 2020 Scrum Guide deliberately embraced minimalism.

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Fix Workflow Gaps With a Smarter Timeline Structure

Beyond the Chaos

A project kicks off, the team gets moving, and then something small throws it off—one step out of order, a deadline not flagged, or a dependency buried too far down the line. Suddenly, the schedule shifts, and no one’s quite sure where things stand. That’s when delays start to pile up and small missteps turn into bigger setbacks. It’s not always a people problem.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Retainer Racket: Why ‘Easy Money’ Is Killing Your Business

Scoro

If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. And that’s typically the reality of client retainers. Shiny, theoretical benefits like predictable income and long-term relationships keep you sold on their value. And blind to their downsides. But the fact remains: Without proper structure and management, retainers will bleed your business dry.

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10 Free Project Forms & Formats for Excel and Word

ProjectManager.com

Managing a project efficiently often comes down to having the right tools at your disposal—and that includes documentation. Whether you’re planning, executing or closing a project, project management forms help standardize processes, track progress and ensure accountability. These essential documents streamline communication, guide workflows and provide a structured way to capture critical information at every stage.

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Operational vs Strategic Leadership: What is the difference?

Sandeep Kashyap

When I first stepped into a team lead role, I threw myself entirely into the mechanics of operations. My days were consumed with process improvements, team check-ins, and putting out the inevitable fires that flared up across our department. Six months in, exhausted but satisfied with our efficiency gains, my manager asked me a question that stopped me cold: “That’s all great, but where are you taking your team?

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Rethinking the Empirical Approach

Scrum.org

When the goal is to explore strategy, test hypotheses, or navigate ambiguity, you need a different mindset—**Frame–Learn–Assess–Improve** (FLAI). Here’s why a small shift in language can reshape the way we lead. Why Language Matters Sometimes, a small change in language can significantly shift how something is perceived. You're not 'slow and steady'—you're 'deliberately paced.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Understanding AI Capacity Planning: An Indispensable Tool for Resource Efficiency in Multi-Project Environments

Epicflow Blog

The increasing complexity of projects and diversity of resources pose the need for more sophisticated software tools for their effective management. And this is where integrating AI in project management becomes an indispensable helper. One of its applications is AI capacity planning. Read the article to get a deep understanding of how it works and learn more about its role in effective resource management.

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8 is the magic number

Project Accelerator News

From PMBOK’s EIGHT Project Performance Domains … … to the 8/80 rule … The number 8 looms large in Project Management … … and never more so than this year … as Stoneseed presents: STRAIGHT TALK ON PROJECT MANAGEMENT … Volume 8!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHAT IS STRAIGHT TALK ON PROJECT MANAGEMENT – Volume 8? Straight Talk on Project Management is Stoneseed’s eBook, your go-to resource for practical, no-nonsense project and programme management anecdotes and advice!

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8 Construction Cost Estimator Software

ProjectManager.com

Managing a budget might be the most important task in construction project management. Cost overruns can eat into the general contractor’s profit margin. Without a construction cost estimator to accurately forecast the project’s financial commitment, the budget can get out of control. But which is the right tool? That depends on several factors, from price to customer reviews.

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Leading Project Management Software for Project Managers

Celoxis

54.173.15.185 ☰ Features Pricing Compare LiquidPlanner Mavenlink Monday.com MS Project Wrike Zoho Projects More Product Integrations Deployment Security Customers Success Stories Showcase Reviews Services Support Training Remote Services More Partners Affiliate Program Reseller Program Blog Contact Try Free Demo Login Data Center U.S. (Default) Europe Leading Project Management Software for Project Managers Jun 18, 2025 • Mahua Das in Project Management Project management in 2025 isn’

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Can You Move Cards Backwards on a Kanban Board? Insights from Toyota for Knowledge Work

Scrum.org

Can you move cards backwards on a Kanban board? This is one of the most common questions and concerns of people learning about Kanban. In the following article, I share a few thoughts on this question. This article will be relevant if you are : Service Delivery Manager, Service Request Manager using Kanban to manage the delivery of your service and improve the organisation Scrum Master, Product Owner, Scrum Team Member who are using Kanban within the Scrum framework Portfolio Manager or Program

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A Foundation for the Future

Gunther Verheyen

Following is an article from my latest newsletter, “ The Scrum Caretaker Courier 13 “ Subscribe here if you prefer receiving my news and updates directly. With this article I’d like to update you on the different sorts of shapeshifting I seemed to have been initiating for the Scrum Caretakers movement and how it helped me think about shaping the future, creating a foundation for that future.

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Leantime 3.5.6: Faster, Smoother, and More Accessible

Leantime - Project Management

We’re excited to announce Leantime 3.5.6 – a release that’s all about making your work management experience faster and more intuitive. While you’ve been busy accomplishing amazing things with Leantime, we’ve been working behind the scenes to make sure the platform keeps up with your pace. Performance That Matches Your Productivity The biggest news in this release?

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Top 10 Tender Documents In Construction

ProjectManager.com

In the construction industry, tender documents play a critical role in ensuring that projects are awarded fairly, transparently and to the most qualified contractors. These documents form the foundation of the bidding process, outlining the project scope, terms and conditions, technical specifications, evaluation criteria and contract requirements. Properly structured tendering documents in construction not only protect the interests of the project owner but also help bidders prepare accurate an

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How to Avoid Pitfalls In Automation: Keep Humans In the Loop

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

Automation is transforming finance but without strong financial oversight it can introduce more risk than reward. From missed discrepancies to strained vendor relationships, accounts payable automation needs a human touch to deliver lasting value. This session is your playbook to get automation right. We’ll explore how to balance speed with control, boost decision-making through human-machine collaboration, and unlock ROI with fewer errors, stronger fraud prevention, and smoother operations.

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The EU Working Time Directive: What It Means for Compliance

Teamweek

Before 2019, time tracking was mostly about knowing who worked on what and for how long. Helpful? Definitely. Required by law? Not always. Then, a Spanish trade union challenged Deutsche Bank in court for not recording work hours properly. The case escalated to the European Court of Justice, and the ruling was crystal clear: EU employers must track daily working hours using a system that’s reliable, objective, and easy to access.

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Common Growing Pains for New Scrum Teams

Scrum.org

When a new Scrum Team first starts working together, they go through some common growing pains. Knowing what to expect for a new Scrum Team can help make things go a little smoother. Below are some common growing pains for new Scrum Teams: 1) There isn’t enough work in the Product Backlog - This isn’t an indictment of the Product Owner. It’s not their fault—this is to be expected.

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10 Best Places to Buy Vacation Rental Property in Europe in 2025

Lodgify

Between the stunning sights of the Swiss Alps and the dreamy cruises down the Venetian canals, Europe has always been a vacation hot spot. With many cities to love—like Rome, Paris, Berlin, and Barcelona—it’s no wonder that investors are flocking to Europe to purchase vacation rental property. If you’re in this boat, you’ve come to the right place. We’re stepping outside the typical city scenes and giving you the most up-and-coming investment opportunities in Europe in 2025.

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