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Creating and using a stakeholder register for project success

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Let me tell you about the time I missed a key stakeholder during a project. She rang me on the day the project went live, unsurprisingly upset that I had not consulted her. The deliverable we’d created did affect her team, and no one had bothered to tell her. Oops. So I know firsthand that stakeholder registers can be really useful tools to ensure everyone is identified and bought into the project at the most appropriate times.

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What is analysis paralysis (and how to overcome it)

Planio

Making decisions is hard work. When you combine conflicting stakeholder opinions, complex data sets, and tight deadlines, it’s no surprise that 85% of us suffer from decision-making distress. Analysis paralysis restricts our ability to make effective decisions, rendering us stuck in the mud as overthinking and complexity take over. But we simply can’t afford to be stuck for long.

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Top 5 Essentials for Implementing Continuous Improvement with OKRs

NimbleWork

Continuous improvement is a cornerstone of organizational success in the modern business landscape. The OKR (Objectives and Key Results) framework serves as a powerful catalyst for this ongoing enhancement, providing a structured approach to goal setting, progress tracking, and performance evaluation. By implementing OKRs, companies can cultivate a culture of constant refinement, enabling them to adapt swiftly to market changes, learn from past experiences, and consistently elevate their operati

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Cloud Services Policy

Alan Parker Blog

A free Cloud Services Policy for you to download and use Overview of the Policy A Cloud Services Policy is designed to provide a framework for the secure and efficient use of cloud computing services within an organization. This policy outlines the guidelines and requirements for adopting, using, and managing cloud services to ensure data security, compliance, and operational efficiency.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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The TRUTH About SELF-MANAGED TEAMS - VITAL for SUCCESS (Part 2)

Scrum.org

Explore the power of self-managing teams within the Scrum framework and discover why they're crucial for innovation and adaptability in this Responsive Advisors Lightning Round with Professional Scrum Trainers Robb Pieper , Greg Crown , and I. Learn how self-management can help identify team challenges early, improve problem-solving, and enhance agility.

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Why Should the Product Owner Be a Product Manager?

Scrum.org

The Product Owner should leverage their detailed product knowledge and customer insights, thereby influencing strategic initiatives driving the product's long-term success and market competitiveness. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. This extended accountability requires expanding the strategic product's vision, where deep insights into the product's lifecycle blend with a responsive understan

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Navigating Construction Management Risks in Renewable Energy

Sitetracker

Sitetracker’s Director of Product Marketing, Energy and Utilities, Emily Obenauer, discusses how construction management risks in renewable energy projects can be effectively mitigated with digital tools. The post Navigating Construction Management Risks in Renewable Energy appeared first on Sitetracker.

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Is ISO 27001 valuable today?

Alan Parker Blog

Hey. Today I’m diving into a topic that's been on my mind to write about for a while: Is ISO 27001 still valuable? Spoiler alert – I think it is, but it depends on what your organisation's goals are. Let’s break it down. First off, why would a business even bother with ISO 27001? Well, one of the main reasons is the good old certificate-waving.

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ActiveCollab 8.0: People Page and Subtasks

ActiveCollab

Hello everyone, Welcome to the July edition of ActiveCollab recaps! Last time [[link] we talked about subtasks and batch editing. In this recap, we’ll show the improvements we made to the People page and how the subtasks are now integrated throughout the mobile and web app. ACTIVECOLLAB 8.0: PEOPLE PAGE We’ve enhanced the People page so you can find who you’re looking for swiftly.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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How to Excel as a Leader by Building Your Emotional Intelligence

Susanne Madsen

Several studies show that Emotional Intelligence, or EQ, is the single biggest predictor of personal and professional success. Not only is it the most important competency for leaders, it’s essential for anyone wishing to progress and improve their performance over and above their efficiency. ​In his book “Emotional Intelligence – why it can matter more than IQ ” Daniel Goleman found that over 60% of the abilities that are essential for performance were emotional co

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Asset Management Policy

Alan Parker Blog

A free Supplier Security Policy for you to download and use Overview of the Asset Management Policy The Asset Management Policy is a comprehensive document designed to provide a framework for managing and safeguarding the assets of an organization. This policy outlines the processes and procedures for identifying, classifying, managing, and protecting assets throughout their lifecycle.

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L’Intelligence Artificielle : Outil, Ami ou Ennemi ? Par Leon Herszon, PhD. et Harold Kerzner, PhD.

International Institute for Learning

L’Intelligence Artificielle : Outil, Ami ou Ennemi ? Par Leon Herszon, PhD. et Harold Kerzner, PhD. Résumé Alors que l’IA s’intègre de plus en plus dans divers aspects de la société, une question se pose : l’IA est-elle un outil, un ami ou un ennemi ? Ou s’agit-il d’un mélange des trois, en fonction de la situation et de l’application ?

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Shifting to from Delivery-mode to Product Management: Shifting the focus of your Sprint Review

Scrum.org

When Scrum is used in project frameworks, it often devolves the Scrum Team's focus into ‘delivery mode’ as part of ‘build’ in the project’s design-build-run paradigm. This results in Scrum's events reflecting delivery activities — requirements and task-based milestones — as the release to 'business as usual' (BAU) and the transition to business stakeholders to realise the project's benefits have not yet occured.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.