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Chess and Business Strategy

International Institute for Learning

Undoubtedly the chess game is fascinating because it implies deep thinking, strategy, and prediction ability. It is often seen analogous to a business strategy. By knowing the value, it is easier to make decisions about game strategy and placement. By Luigi Morsa, Ph.D. Each piece in a chess game has a specific value.

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The Functions of a Project Management Office

Project Pulse Journal

Common Types of a PMO Project Management Offices or Program Management Offices (PMOs) can vary widely in structure and function, adapting to the needs of different industries and organizational strategies. This approach is ideal for organizations seeking uniformity in project execution and high alignment with organizational strategies.

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Unlocking the Power and Mastery of Development Approach and Life Cycle

Project Pulse Journal

The Benefits of Understanding Development Approaches A good grasp of this domain facilitates process streamlining and implements simplification strategies that enhance deliverable precision without compromising the project's integrity. Adaptation mechanisms are equally important to enable seamless navigation through change.

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A Compendium of Works to Increase the Probability of Project Success

Herding Cats

Integrated Master Plan: The Foundation of Program Success , College of Performance Management, May 21, 2014. Five Immutable Principles of Project Success , PMI Spring Seminar, 2021, Austin TX. Five Principles of Project Success , PMI, Northern Utah Chapter, Professional Development Day, 2012. Planning and Scheduling.

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Project Management Statistics: 45 Stats You Can't Ignore

Workamajig

68% - more than 2/3rd - of organizations in PMI's annual survey said that they used outsourced or contract project managers in 2018. ( 72% say that there is a strong alignment of the EPMO to their organizational strategy. ( In PMI's 2017 survey, 62% of successfully completed projects had sponsors who were actively supportive.

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Artificial Intelligence and Project Management: The First Step

The IIL Blog

For example, by identifying relationships and trends in data, the system can remove excessive information and ‘white noise’, enabling management to focus solely on the most relevant and important information to derive actionable insights and strategies. Risk Management. Effective risk management has to be proactive. Creativity. Innovation.”

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Tailoring Your Project Management Approach: A Beginner’s Guide

Project Pulse Journal

Incorporating tailoring into your project management strategy offers a comprehensive solution that meets the diverse needs of projects while ensuring organizational alignment. This tool helps ensure that the chosen strategy aligns with the project's specific demands and nuances.