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16 Bid Proposal Templates for Word and Excel

ProjectManager.com

Contractors bid for jobs. They have to outline what they’ll do, how long it’ll take and at what cost. Those estimates must be accurate or it can lead to a failed project or cut into the contractor’s profit margin. Using bid proposal templates is one way to ensure the bids are thorough and complete, covering all bases. ProjectManager has over 100 free project management templates for Excel and Word that can be downloaded now.

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How to be Awesome at Getting Things Done

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Whether you’re planning an event or taking responsibility for getting tasks done, you’ll definitely have projects as part of your work – and you may even be leading some. In this introduction to managing projects training session, I will help you understand what a project is and how to balance the competing demands of time, cost and doing a good job in getting your work successfully over the line.

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Risk on the black diamond slope

Musings on Project Management

If you snow ski, you understand the risk of a Black Diamond run: it's a moniker or label for a path that is risk all the way, and you take it (for the challenge? the thrill? the war story bragging rights?) even though there may be a lesser risk on another way down.

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Increasing the Agility of Biotech Companies by Tuning their Scrum

Scrum.org

“ I am looking for people who dare to dream, not for people that will explain what cannot be done. ” —Jack Knott, Former E-Pack Digital Printing CEO Not too long before the COVID-19 pandemic broke loose, early 2020, I got a phone call from the Vice President of R&D of a biochemical startup company. He explained that the purpose of the company was to develop (and spearhead the development of) the next generation fast-charging batteries for electric cars.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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The Future of Risk Management – Will AI do All the Work for Us?

The IIL Blog

By Jorgelina Bross-Puglisi November 6, 2024 “Expect the worst, prepare for the best” Probably you already know this phrase, but written the other way around. However, when it comes to AI impacting our work, we tend to expect the worst. Let’s explore the future of risk management in the age of AI. Risk management, a field traditionally rooted in human judgment, expertise, and data analysis, is undergoing a profound transformation.

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TikTok for Marketing: Make a Career Out of TikTok

Binfire

TikTok is one of the fastest-growing platforms this generation has ever seen. TikTok is popular with over a Billion active users due to its excellent space for letting people of all kinds showcase their talent and creativity online. TikTok can be considered one of the most user-friendly platforms for unlocking both the potential of people and businesses.

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Project Management in Pharmaceutical Industry: Challenges and Opportunities

Epicflow Blog

The pharmaceutical industry is on the guard of people’s health and well-being. At the same time, it faces numerous complexities, challenges, and risks that can hamper the implementation of the main mission of the domain—making people healthier and saving lives. Read the article to learn the peculiarities of pharmaceutical project management, the key challenges these projects face, and how you can overcome them with a robust project management tool.

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Project to Product and the Agile Product Operating Model

Scrum.org

With the introduction of LLMs and tools like ChatGPT, it is more apparent than ever that every organization is digital. Digital technology will support, design, maintain, and enable the organization's goods or services. How organizations are structured, managed, and governed will be increasingly like that of digital natives. However, unlike digital natives, legacy and tradition make it hard for traditional organizations to embrace digital approaches.

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Hot Topics at IIL’s 20th Anniversary International Project Management Day Online Conference

The IIL Blog

By Lori Milhaven November 6, 2024 Where it started: Inspired by Frank P. Saladis, a prominent project management expert, in 2004 International Project Management Day was created to honor the valuable contributions of project managers worldwide. This initiative was then brought to the global stage by IIL, influenced by Dr. Harold Kerzner’s insights.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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7 Best Project Management Accounting Software

ProjectManager.com

Looking for a specialized tool designed to integrate project management functionalities with financial and accounting capabilities? There are many project management accounting software on the market, but it can be difficult to decide which is best for one’s projects and organization. But it’s important to manage and track progress, resources and timelines.

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Case Study: Peab Grundläggning – Simplifying Scheduling in Construction

Ganttic

You’d be hard pressed to walk past a work site in Gothenburg and not see the name Peab. As a construction leader across Sweden and the Nordics, it’s not surprising that so many new development projects bear the company’s logo. In fact, when some of the Ganttic team paid the Peab Grundläggning office a visit this past October, we were greeted with their signs as soon as we stepped off the train.

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Beyond Basics: Advanced SMTP Security for Business Email Protection

Binfire

It’s no secret that emails have revolutionized the way businesses communicate. Despite their convenience, however, emails are not without risks. Nearly 91% of phishing attacks originate from emails, making them a prime target for cybercriminals. This underscores the importance of securing email servers, especially for organizations handling large volumes of emails.

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Common Issues Facing New Scrum Teams (and How to Overcome Them)

Scrum.org

When teams first start adopting Scrum, it seems like they often encounter similar challenges. In this article, I will address some of the common commons facing new Scrum teams and how to overcome them. Understanding the Basics of Scrum Well, this one is a bit obvious, but when teams first adopt Scrum, they really don’t know how to work together within the Scrum framework.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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What is a Good Estimate?

The IIL Blog

By Ko Ito November 6, 2024 In this article, I would like to consider what a good estimate is using the following three scenarios as examples. A task that could previously have been done in 3 days is estimated to take 5 days, and is completed in 5 days. Two members of the team estimated 8 and 12 days, respectively, but scheduled the task to take 10 days.

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Project Resource Management 101

Online PM Courses

In this video, we survey Project Resource Management: project resources, the resource planning process, and applying it to human resources. The post Project Resource Management 101 appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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The Power of Critical Chain Project Management: A Modern Approach to Project Delivery

MPUG

For project managers seeking to optimize their schedules and deliver projects more reliably, Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) offers a powerful alternative to traditional methods. This methodology, developed by Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt, challenges conventional wisdom about project scheduling and provides a systematic approach to managing uncertainty and resources.

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8 reasons why the gunpowder plot “project” failed – an IT project style post-mortem!

Project Accelerator News

“Remember, remember, the 5th of November, Gunpowder, treason and plot.” Ahhh … in the UK, as I write, it’s nearly Bonfire Night! It’s ironic that few people ‘remember, remember’ the second line of this English folk verse about the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 … a reminder … “Remember, remember, the 5th of November, Gunpowder, treason and plot. Would Guy Fawkes et al have made good project managers?

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Navigating Chaos in Project Management

This text offers practical guidance for project managers navigating diverse frameworks. It covers topics like centralized reporting, standardized metrics, communication, training, risk management, and alignment reviews. By implementing these strategies, project managers can improve efficiency and achieve their project goals.

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3 unterschätzte Fehler bei Sprint-Reviews: Sie passieren, bevor es überhaupt losgeht, und kosten dich wertvolles Feedback

Scrum.org

Ich muss zugeben, der erste Fehler klingt etwas dramatisch. Fehler #1: Die falschen Stakeholder werden eingeladen Aber wenn du wüsstest, wie viele Sprint-Reviews ich schon besucht habe, bei denen die einzigen Gäste die Entwickler aus dem benachbarten Team waren, dann könntest du nachvollziehen, warum ich es so drastisch formuliere. Wenn die Entwickler aus dem benachbarten Team die falschen Stakeholder sind, wer sind dann die richtigen?

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – ManagementYogi’s Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) Online Course

Management Yogi

This is in continuation of the following post:Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) Online CourseThere are a number of questions raised by Scaled Agile practitioners on ManagementYogi’s Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) Online Course. I’ve tried to address as many questions here. If you have any other questions, please send a mail to managementyogi@gmail.com.

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Accelerating AI Adoption: A 4-Step Approach for Organizations By Dr. Leon Herszon

International Institute for Learning

Accelerating AI Adoption: A 4-Step Approach for Organizations By Dr. Leon Herszon, Ph.D. Abstract In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just an advantage but a necessity for organizations aiming to remain competitive. This white paper presents IIL Consulting’s structured, four-step approach to accelerating AI adoption.

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ActiveCollab 8.0: Virtual Users and User History

ActiveCollab

Hello everyone, Welcome to the latest ActiveCollab updates! In September [[link] we showed you the improvements made to the assignments dashboard, estimates, user profile, teams, and trash. This time, we’ll show you User History and a brand new feature Virtual Users. ACTIVECOLLAB 8: USER HISTORY User History allows Owners to check the changes made to a user profile.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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For-Purpose Organizations: Redefining Business with a Conscience

Green Project Management

The Rise of For-Purpose Organizations: A Reality Check for Businesses We’ve all heard it before: “Business as usual” doesn’t cut it anymore. Consumers today demand more than profit-focused companies—they want businesses with values that align with their own. Enter the For-Purpose Organization: businesses that aren’t just profit-driven, but purpose-driven.

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Scrum & UX Fundamentals

Scrum.org

Scrum Scrum is a lightweight framework that helps people, teams, and organisations generate value through adaptive solutions for complex problems. User Experience User Experience (UX) refers to a user’s overall experience and satisfaction while interacting with a product, service, or system. It encompasses all aspects of the user's interaction, including their emotions, perceptions, and attitudes before, during, and after using the product.

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Scaling Your Project Management Career

Velociteach

Project managers ascend the career ladder based on accumulated experience-derived wisdom and managing progressively larger and more complicated efforts. A typical trajectory involves moving from managing projects to programs, portfolios, and project management organizations. Success at one level is not a guarantee of success at the next. It is the classic case of “what got […] The post Scaling Your Project Management Career appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Vel

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Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) Online Course

Management Yogi

I’m excited and delighted to announce the availability of the Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) Online Course for Scaled Agile practitioners and Management professionals:CERTIFIED IN PRACTICAL SCALED AGILE (CIPSA) It’s a complete video course on Scaled Agile Management. It covers both theory (30%) and practical (70%).

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.