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Why do projects fail? (Includes examples!)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Here are some high-profile failed projects: Following an internal review, Multiplex, the Australian development company responsible for the reconstruction of the Wembley Stadium, became aware that costs for the project were escalating to the point that the company would make a loss of £750 million on the project. billion to £10.9

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Overcoming bias in project management

Rebel’s Guide to PM

In this article we’ll talk about the different types of bias in project management. The goal is not for you to question every action and decision, but one who makes critical decisions with the use of due diligence to avoid human shortcomings. This is a guest post by Roland Hoffmann. Are you biased as a project manager?

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Modularized megaprojects: Failure of Conventional Approaches (Part 1)

Inloox

Originally, the megaproject was to be completed in 2007 at costs of only 2 billion euros. This high-tech factory now produces batteries for the car manufacturer. For example, the opening date was delayed by several months due to defective fire doors. A prime example in this context is the BER Airport.

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Implications of Artificial Intelligence on Project Management

The IIL Blog

By Eugene Bounds and Steve Ackert Recently, the buzzword artificial intelligence (AI) has been on everyone’s minds, not just in the tech world but across many industries, including project management. AI technology will automate repetitive processes, generate insightful program reports, and highlight potential problems before they arise.

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5 Agile Methodologies for Project Managers that are not Scrum Framework

Project Pulse Journal

This Article allows you to explore these methodologies in-depth, tailor them to fit your unique project needs, and wield them to achieve unparalleled project outcomes. Feedback Loops – Incorporate regular meetings to review and adapt your workflow based on feedback. Agile methodologies offer a path to mastering these challenges.

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A History of PMI & Its Role in Project Management

ProjectManager.com

In 1969, in Philadelphia, Jim Snyder, of Smith, Kline & French Laboratories, and Gordon Davis, of the Georgia Institute of Technology, were having dinner and decided there was a need for an organization that offered project managers a forum to share information and discuss their industry. Certification.

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How Change Management Fits Into Projects

Rebel’s Guide to PM

This article, How Change Management Fits Into Projects , first appeared on Girl's Guide to PM. Read more great articles about project management at Girl's Guide to PM - Project Management Skills Made Easy. Women in Science, Engineering and Technology. Bekka Prideaux. Executive, Change & Projects Coach.