ProjectManager.com

JUNE 6, 2024

As with any project, manufacturers are working with the triple constraint of time, cost and scope. One constraint that’s often overlooked is quality. Products have to be safe and meet customer requirements, including quality. Having a control plan helps production achieve these goals. To do this, manufacturers must understand what a control plan is, the different types of control plans and the steps to make a control plan for manufacturing.

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Musings on Project Management

JUNE 10, 2024

Have you got a project providing software services to the civil agencies of the U.S. Government? If so, you should be aware of the 'technical reference architecture' authored jointly by CISA, USDS, and the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program.(*) Some of its provisions are likely going to find their way into RFPs and RFIs from the civil agencies.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 10, 2024

Agile frameworks hold such promise. From focusing on value delivery to empowered teams, it's an exciting time to be part of product development. But there are a lot of myths out there about what Agile teams should be like. Some believe that there is no such thing as a manager in Scrum or that teams should be able to forecast all scope and delivery dates upfront.

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Leading Agile

JUNE 6, 2024

Understanding why software grows complex is crucial for addressing it. Let’s discuss some common causes. Fear of Change: Avoiding changes leads to duplicated and complex code. Dependencies: More dependencies make the code harder to manage. Unplanned Technical Debt: Shortcuts taken during development add unforeseen debt. Schedule Pressures: Continuous feature addition without removing obsolete ones.

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Speaker: Kat Conner

The challenge of delivering the right product at the right time while aligning with strategic objectives is more pressing than ever. Product management is evolving and gaining greater recognition as the means to creating this connection. Join our upcoming webinar and learn how to streamline your product development processes, infuse product thinking across the organization, and bridge the gap between vision and delivery.

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The IIL Blog

JUNE 5, 2024

By Nick Mendez The Project Management Professional (PMP)® credential stands out as a hallmark of excellence in today’s dynamic business landscape. Recognized worldwide, the PMP ® certification equips professionals with the best practices and methodologies outlined in the Project Management Institute PMBOK® Guide , enabling them to efficiently manage complex projects.

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Musings on Project Management

JUNE 4, 2024

Now we're getting somewhere! No less an Agile/Scrum eminence than Mike Cohn -- author of some really good books and articles -- has come out with a newsletter on -- are you ready for this? -- what's the meaning of DONE in Agile. His acronym, a bit a poor choice to my mind, is "DoD". Definition of Done. But, there you have it.

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Defining Agile SCRUM 170

Scrum.org

JUNE 10, 2024

From boardrooms to water coolers, organizations across industries proudly tout their commitment to Agile principles and frameworks. However, for many companies, being "Agile" often masks a deeper reality: a lack of true Agile mindset and practices. This paradox can lead to a host of difficulties and challenges, ultimately undermining the organization's ability to realize the full potential of Agile.

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Online PM Courses

JUNE 5, 2024

In this video I answer the question, what is Rolling Wave Planning? And I also look at the rolling wave planning process. The post What is Rolling Wave Planning? appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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Proofhub

JUNE 3, 2024

Managing a team’s efficiency while adhering to industry standards can be challenging. However, integrating compliance and inspection tools into project management software offers a robust solution. This integration streamlines processes and ensures that projects meet legal and quality standards, enhancing productivity and reducing risk. As a result, projects are completed on time, within budget, and fully compliant with regulations.

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Software Review Software Risk Management Risk 78

Speaker: Ketan Jahagirdar

Picture your projects as patients, each with its own unique rhythm and pulse, thriving under your care 🥼 🩺 Step into the role of an innovative project doctor in our upcoming webinar! This session is your guide to evaluating the health of your projects through Waterfall and Agile practices like Scrum and Kanban. We’ll explore the vital signs of project success through the lens of the “iron triangle” metrics, using deliverables as tracers.

Planning

Leading Agile

JUNE 4, 2024

What if, instead of getting larger and more brittle over time, making changes more risky, your software could get more modular and simpler, increasing the safety of the developers working on the code? The key to soft software is focusing on creating that safety first. And the key to that is going from the traditional approach of testing last to testing first.

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Velociteach

JUNE 5, 2024

We should view project management approaches as a palette of options. Predictive, Agile, and Lean/Kanban form the boundaries. Hybrid is the vast interior space. The first article in this series described the boundaries and color-mix of approaches: This article discusses how these approaches may be reflected in central project management domains. Project Phases The project […] The post Hybrid Project Management: Part 2, What Changes?

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Scrum.org

JUNE 9, 2024

Wie lange dauert die Planung eines Sprints in deinem Team? Falls deine Antwort „weniger als vier Stunden“ lautet, ist dieser Beitrag leider nicht für dich bestimmt. Für alle anderen gilt: Es bestehen gute Chancen, dass wir durch die Verbesserung des Product Backlog Refinements das Sprint Planning erheblich verkürzen können. Wie lässt sich das Product Backlog Refinement verbessern?

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Green Project Management

JUNE 5, 2024

We were working with a client recently and discussed the issues of prioritisation and alignment of projects to the organisation’s sustainability goals. Whilst they have published and publicly committed to a number of sustainability goals, there was no clear link between those goals and what was actually happening in the organisation. When I asked them […] The post Achieving Organizational Sustainability Goals Through Strategic Alignment in Project Portfolio Management appeared first on Ins

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Advertiser: Aggregage

The objective of this research is to dispel misunderstandings about crucial project management terms and their definitions. It aims to accurately place these terms and facilitate a comprehensive global understanding of their meanings.

Epicflow Blog

JUNE 10, 2024

Present-day project-based organizations face a continuous challenge to adapt to rapid changes and complex demands. To address this challenge, they need a strong leader who would ensure the successful delivery of projects and initiatives critical for organizational growth and transformation. This is one of the responsibilities of a Chief Project Officer (CPO).

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Scoro

JUNE 10, 2024

What is a utilization report? A utilization report tells you how your employees are spending their work time. It shows how much time they spend on tasks, projects, and other activities, differentiating between billable (revenue-generating) and non-billable (internal, administrative) work. Utilization reports help calculate key metrics like: Billable utilization rate: The percentage of total working hours spent on billable activities, indicating how effectively a team generates revenue.

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NimbleWork

JUNE 10, 2024

Project management has undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades, driven by technological advancements, evolving methodologies, and shifting workplace dynamics. The traditional, rigid frameworks have given way to more flexible, adaptive, and collaborative approaches. This article delves into the key differences between project management today and in the past, highlighting the impact of technology, methodologies, team dynamics, and the growing emphasis on soft skills and s

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Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Agile Sustainability 52

Scrum.org

JUNE 9, 2024

En el mundo del desarrollo de productos, software e iniciativas de negocio, la agilidad no es sólo una palabra de moda. Los entornos previamente descritos ben como una buena una filosofía que puede transformar equipos, mejorar la productividad e impulsar la innovación. Como agente de cambio, he visto de primera mano cómo adoptar metodologías ágiles puede revitalizar una empresa y empoderar a sus empleados.

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Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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MPUG

JUNE 7, 2024

Your stakeholders will make or break your project. So, how you treat them is critical. This means you have to plan your stakeholder communication with care. In this article, we’ll look at the three elements of a solid stakeholder communication plan. That is: Stakeholder communication strategy Communication plan Preparation for reactive communication Stakeholder Communication Strategy For each stakeholder or stakeholder group, the place to start is your strategic intent.

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Teamweek

JUNE 7, 2024

Imagine you’ve been working hard on a major project which is due next week. Everything is planned and working well until an unexpected delay happens. Panic sets in. Missing this deadline could mean losing a key client. But what if you had a secret weapon with extra time to handle these surprises? That’s where slack time comes in. It’s the extra time you have to complete a task without delaying the overall project schedule.

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Scoro

JUNE 5, 2024

Ever take on high-revenue projects and get surprised by low (or even negative) profits at the end? Talk about frustrating. In this guide, we’ll explain project return on investment (ROI), and you’ll discover a more accurate way to measure project profitability than simple ROI calculations. What is project ROI? Project ROI measures a project’s true profitability by comparing its revenue to its cost to deliver.

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NimbleWork

JUNE 7, 2024

Evaluating and measuring the success of a project is a cornerstone of effective project management. In today’s dynamic business environment, organizations across industries are constantly striving to achieve their strategic objectives and deliver value to stakeholders through successful project outcomes. However, determining whether a project has achieved its intended goals and objectives requires a structured approach and robust evaluation methods.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 5, 2024

Redefining Agility: Evolving Our Operating Model as a Scrum Master In our relentless pursuit of excellence and efficiency, Scrum Masters play an important role in guiding organizations through the adoption of agile frameworks. However, it's time to pause and rethink our approach. Instead of over-focusing on frameworks and predefined rules, we should evolve our operating model to align with our context and empower our teams.

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MPUG

JUNE 5, 2024

For the past few months a number of MPUG members have been working with Envorso on a new AI tool for project managers called Empwr.ai. They recently started inviting project managers to use the tool for an extended free trial while they are in beta testing. We want to extend the offer to you because the Empwr.ai founders are looking for feedback from project managers like you.

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Planning 52

Teamweek

JUNE 3, 2024

Keeping projects within budget is one common challenge that most project managers face at least once in their careers. Scope creep is one of the main reasons why projects exceed their budgets. It happens when a project’s scope keeps expanding without proper control, resulting in higher project costs. This article aims to help project managers who are burdened with monitoring project scope and reducing project costs.

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Project Cost Technical Review Estimate Budget 59

Scoro

JUNE 4, 2024

To improve productivity and project profitability without burning out your team, you need to master billable utilization. Make the most of your team’s time and talent with our billable utilization guide, which covers how to calculate billable utilization, its biggest benefits, and how to improve it. What is billable utilization? Billable utilization is the percentage of time your team or individual employees spend on work that directly generates revenue and can be billed to clients.

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