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Navigating Project Control: Mapping Dependencies and Avoiding Bottlenecks

PM Times

Project dependencies come into existence when one task in a project is dependent on the other, a project shares the same resources for a task, and some constraints can impact the task progress in a project. To be honest, almost every project has the above three factors present. There is a flow of tasks […] The post Navigating Project Control: Mapping Dependencies and Avoiding Bottlenecks appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and Jobs.

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How to manage creative projects: Tips for agencies & designers

Planio

While “creativity” is often treated as some ethereal quality that materializes when you least expect it, the truth is that creativity cannot exist without order, structure, and planning. Unfortunately, there’s almost always a push and pull between creative teams and project managers. Full-blooded “creatives” want freedom to explore, ideate, and come up with unique ideas.

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How do you use CAPM to become a PMP?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

So you’re already a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®? Congratulations! Now you might be thinking of moving on in your career to earn the Project Management Professional (PMP)® designation. The good news is that your CAPM studies and exam experience will help you get there faster. If you’re ready to take the next step, let me explain how to use your CAPM credential to fast-track your way to passing the PMP exam.

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IPM Day 2024: 20 Years of Recognizing Project Managers for their Outstanding Contributions to the World

The IIL Blog

By E. LaVerne Johnson Founder, President, and CEO A look back at the history, impact, and evolution of International Project Management Day, and what lies ahead for the profession. What is IPM Day and Why It Matters The International Project Management Day (IPM Day) is our way of giving back. We set aside the first Thursday in November each year to recognize the great work that project managers do every day all over the world.

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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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How to Make a Change Management Communication Plan

ProjectManager.com

Change is inevitable, but successful change requires management, communication and planning. Change management communication is a key process to ensure that change is implemented properly by making sure everyone understands that change. The change management communication plan facilitates change management communication. Learn how to write a change management communication plan and get a free template to ensure it’s thorough to successfully deliver change.

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Rebel PMO: How to claim your seat at the strategic table

WorkOtter

Creating a strategic PMO doesn’t require rebellion, here are some steps to take to bridge the gap between project management tactics and company goals. Project managers (PMs) and the leaders in the Project Management Office (PMO) are crucial resources in any efficient business. Managing day-to-day operations requires PMs to track multiple deadlines, milestones, expenses, and resources.

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Confident Meetings Management: A Masterclass

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Whatever the size of the projects you manage, you have to have meetings. And being the person who confidently chairs a meeting that is useful, finishes on time and that has people smiling (even at the end) is a way to set yourself apart from the rest of the crowd. How many meetings have you sat in, wondering why you are even there? Or have you watched as a chair struggled to assert leadership and direct the conversation?

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Critical Thinking is a Critical Success Factor

PM Times

Critical thinking is a process for making judgments and decisions. It applies analysis and evaluation to decide if information makes sense. Scenario Imagine a scenario in which a convincing speaker argues for prioritizing projects in a certain way. She is in a position to make a unilateral decision or to influence enough people to […] The post Critical Thinking is a Critical Success Factor appeared first on Project Management Articles, Webinars, Templates and Jobs.

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Preparing for the PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam: Using Sample Questions

The IIL Blog

By Ed Lively, PMP, CSM, CSPO, MCITP July 10, 2024 You’ve decided to take the Project Management Professional (PMP ® ) examination. Maybe you are new to project management, or you’ve spent the last eight years working on projects. Perhaps your organization is now requiring you to have the PMP certification or you’re motivated to become a professional project manager.

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Change Champion: Key Roles & Responsibilities

ProjectManager.com

Organizational change is hard. It’s like turning a giant boat. Organizations aren’t usually thought of as flexible. They need a change champion to help them make that change. Of course, a change champion isn’t the whole picture in a change management process, but they’re vital for change. For those unfamiliar with what a change champion is, first, we’ll define the terms and then explain their importance in organizational change management.

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11 Project management skills employers expect you to have

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Let's say that we’re almost at the end of the quarter and you’re thinking what a great year it’s been so far at work. Your thoughts turn to what you should be doing for your professional development in the months ahead… and there’s a lot of choice. I don’t have the time (or the requirement) to take a certification course, but I’m always prepared to develop the project management competencies I need to succeed.

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AI as a Scrum Team Member

Scrum.org

Image Every Scrum Team wishes they had time each Sprint to accomplish more. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), teams can get that time back and become more effective. AI is revolutionizing various industries, and its potential to enhance how people and teams work is becoming increasingly evident. The term “co-pilot” used most often by Microsoft is a great one as it lends a competent “right-hand” to enhance the abilities of a professional.

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‘Unboxing’ the New Microsoft Planner with Copilot for Enterprise Work Management

MPUG

Microsoft is doubling down on the consolidation of tools and the focus on providing a platform for work, project and portfolio management. The new Microsoft Planner combines To Do, Microsoft Planner and Microsoft Project for the web into a single app for task and work management. Watch: ‘Unboxing’ the New Microsoft Planner for Enterprise Work Management.

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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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Field Service Management: Key Areas, Challenges & Tools

ProjectManager.com

Work isn’t only performed in an office, and field service is an example of this. For example, a contractor works on one’s home or a professional services firm installs a new system in a client’s office. Field service management is a process to deliver customer satisfaction and service provider efficiency. Before explaining that, let’s make sure we’re clear on field service and field service management.

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RATP Group ADO-IE Case Study: Streamlining Project and Resource Management in the Global Transportation Sector

Ganttic

With a presence in 15 countries and on 5 continents, RATP Group is the world’s third-largest urban transport operator and has been a historic operator in the Parisian transportation sector for over 70 years. If you’ve ever ridden the famous red double-decker buses in London, commuted in Paris by subway, or toured Tuscany by railway, then you’re already familiar with some of their work.

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You can't skip Refinement

Scrum.org

Some teams think that if they skip refinement, they're saving time, but that's not true at all. Teams must understand what is needed before they can deliver value. Refinement will happen. It's just a matter of whether it will be done in Sprint Planning, during the Sprint, or whether you will do it in advance of the Sprint as part of regular, planned refinement activities.

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What if Agile is Not Enough for Project Success? 4 Scenarios When Agile Isn’t Enough and What to Do Instead

MPUG

From time to time, articles keep emerging on our feed that Agile teams are failing. A popular article by Deloitte, “ How fragile is your Agile , ” covers the six common pitfalls teams face when using Agile for project management. But at the same time, statistics say Agile is the supreme project management methodology of all time. 70% of the companies in the U.S. are using Agile as of 2022 with a success rate of 64%.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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What Makes a Good Leader?

The IIL Blog

By Sophie Hussey July 10, 2024 You can be a leader without being a manager, as leadership and management are distinct roles. Most people have had a manager who was also a leader. This person kept you motivated effortlessly, informed you appropriately, inspired you, and helped you develop. Most people have also had a manager who could, to put it politely, use some personal development time.

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Release | Jira Integration

LiquidPlanner

Latest Release | July 10, 2024 Major news for all of you working in the Atlassian ecosystem: LiquidPlanner now integrates with Jira. That means project managers can now connect the two and pull their Jira projects into the scheduled collection for prioritization, forecasting, and scenario modeling. How does it work? The scheduling algorithm uses the Jira time remaining field to calculate start and finish dates.

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Project Work in Scrum: Transitioning from Project Management to Collaborative Team Effort (From PM to PSM 19)

Scrum.org

The Project Work Performance Domain in traditional project management focuses on processes, resource management, and fostering a learning environment. For a project manager transitioning to a Scrum Master, it's important to understand how these elements translate into a Scrum context, where collaboration, team effort, and adaptability are key. Potential dangers for project Managers, just picking out two from my experiences Sole Responsibility for Project Work: As a project manager, there's a ten

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Excel: How to Use the SEQUENCE Function

MPUG

The SEQUENCE function in Excel generates a row/column/matrix of sequential or interval-based numbers or dates. Do we need another way to generate sequences? While Excel already offers methods for generating sequences, the SEQUENCE function brings several advantages: Simplicity: SEQUENCE reduces the need for complex formulas or manual steps. Flexibility: It can create multi-dimensional arrays, making it easier to manage large datasets.

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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.

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In I.T. Together: How and Why to Lead Blame-Free I.T. Projects

Project Accelerator News

How an IT Project Management team handles and learns from mistakes and setbacks can significantly impact success, not just for the current project but across your whole current portfolio – and future projects too. At Stoneseed, we have the privilege of working very closely with a wide range of project teams: as a provider of IT Project Management as a Service (PMaaS) resources; Project Management Office (PMO) advisory and support; and Stoneseed’s P3MO Platform (our new innovative, structured and

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Riding the Sustainability Wave: The Bandwagon Effect in Action

Green Project Management

In recent years, the concept of sustainability has surged in popularity, becoming a buzzword across industries. From fashion to food production, companies are eager to showcase their commitment to sustainable practices. However, the rapid adoption of this term raises questions about authenticity and the potential for superficial adoption. This blog post delves into the bandwagon […] The post Riding the Sustainability Wave: The Bandwagon Effect in Action appeared first on Insights into Sust

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Product Backlog is Not. Product Backlog is.

Scrum.org

In Scrum, the Product Backlog is a vital tool for managing work and delivering value to stakeholders. Despite its importance, there are often misconceptions about what the Product Backlog actually is and how it should be used. Misunderstanding the product backlog can lead to inefficiencies and missed opportunities to deliver value to customers. This blog aims to dispel these misconceptions by exploring what the Product Backlog is not and what it truly is, providing clarity and enhancing its effe

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Is your enterprise Agile?

Musings on Project Management

Applying agile methodology in your software project? Good! Working for an organization large enough to be called an 'enterprise'? Probably that's good.Why so?Access to resources is the main reason. You may have heard that agile is all about small self-directing teams -- yes, that's part of the doctrine. But how many teams are needed for your project?

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How to Avoid Pitfalls In Automation: Keep Humans In the Loop

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

Automation is transforming finance but without strong financial oversight it can introduce more risk than reward. From missed discrepancies to strained vendor relationships, accounts payable automation needs a human touch to deliver lasting value. This session is your playbook to get automation right. We’ll explore how to balance speed with control, boost decision-making through human-machine collaboration, and unlock ROI with fewer errors, stronger fraud prevention, and smoother operations.

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How Toggl Solutions Helped a Software Company of 400+ Save Hours in Manual Work with a Custom Report

Teamweek

Getting your large team to track their time and make the most out of the data definitely requires more than a one-size-fits-all approach. That’s why we introduced Toggl Solutions — a service from our Customer Success Engineering team that builds needed customizations for your team. Services include bulk actions, custom reports, and data processing services.

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How to master project management for software development

Wrike

How can you ensure your software projects are delivered to brief and can adapt to unexpected challenges, user feedback, and market development? Software projects can be complex and unpredictable, which is why you need a solid grasp of the software development lifecycle, a suitable framework, and a powerful work management platform at your disposal. Project management systems for software development usually prioritize oversight, because that’s what managers need to lead projects effectively.

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3 Stakeholder Management Tips for Product Owners

Scrum.org

As a Product Owner, your product is your world. It’s your main focus, your pride and joy. But for your stakeholders, your product is often just one piece of a much larger puzzle. Here are three practical tips to improve your stakeholder communication. 1. Understand Their Perspective You come from the product perspective; your product is at the center of your universe.

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