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7 Hidden dangers of project management (Or why even well-planned projects sometimes fail)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

After $170m spent on a project to upgrade its computer system, the FBI project crumbled because the requirements were ill-defined from the beginning and the software didn’t function the way the agency had hoped. For example, in June 2010 Chrysler merged with Fiat. The merger was not a successful one. The same goes for human resources.

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In-Depth: The Evidence-Based Business Case For Agile

Scrum.org

So we went to Google Scholar and searched for review articles. 2010) reviewed 28 scientific studies that investigated how Scrum is associated with overall business outcomes. A strength of such a review is that it allows for the identification of patterns across many studies. 2010, April). Cardozo et. LePine, J.

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How We Made Our Customer The Product Owner

Scrum.org

From 2010–2015 I worked as a Scrum Master for a web agency. We developed software solutions for external clients. In particular, the Sprint Review, and optionally as an observer to the other Scrum events. And of course, quickly delivering valuable, working software is the ultimate way to gain trust. Sell Sprints.

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How to Manage Your Creative Firm and Make a Profit

Function Point

With the growing desire to have information available at all times, with a lower cost due to shrinking budgets, the SaaS model is an ideal fit. Regardless of what software an agency uses, the level of support and consulting should be a major consideration.

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How to Make a Company Retreat Unforgettable (with Location Examples)

ProjectManager.com

The end of the retreat can close with a forum to review and reflect on the day’s events. Depending on the size of your company and the budget allocated to its retreats, locations for the event might be an afternoon at a local restaurant or a weekend in some exotic destination. Get a Keynote Speaker. Best Locations for Company Retreats.

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Effective Project Communications Management to Avoid Misunderstandings and Delays

Project Pulse Journal

Boosts Project Success Rates: Projects with effective communication strategies are more likely to be completed on time and within budget, meeting all objectives and ensuring successful project execution. Project Management Software Advantages: Centralizes project information, tracks progress in real-time and supports collaboration.

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Agile Unplugged EP04 | Mike Cottmeyer and Matt Van Vleet

Leading Agile

And in that we grew the company where originally, we did a mixture, as you know, between transformation and building custom software solutions. Over time, we grew to focus more, mainly on customer soft, custom software solutions, and eventually Accenture purchased us. So— – We reconnected, yeah. – Interesting.