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Project Managers Vs. Program Managers: The Big Difference

The Digital Project Manager

APRIL 4, 2023

At a quick glance, it’s easy to think that project managers and program managers are one and the same. After all, what separates them is just a few key letters, right? As any project or program manager would tell you, the difference is actually quite significant. What does a person in each role do? What […] The post Project Managers Vs. Program Managers: The Big Difference appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

A Beginner’s Guide to Workflow Automation Software: What It Is and Why You Need It

The Digital Project Manager

APRIL 5, 2023

We’ve all experienced the pain of having to manually input information from an Excel spreadsheet or any other form of manual task. As you sit there, frustrated by the time-wasting activity, you wonder if there’s a better way. In this article, I will tell you what is workflow automation software and how you can use […] The post A Beginner’s Guide to Workflow Automation Software: What It Is and Why You Need It appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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The 7 Best Agile Certifications For Project Managers To Consider In 2023

The Digital Project Manager

MARCH 30, 2023

The agile methodology has become increasingly popular in project management due to its ability to increase flexibility, collaboration, and responsiveness. As a result, many project managers are looking to obtain agile certifications to enhance their knowledge and skills and become even more marketable on the job market. In this article, project managers who are considering […] The post The 7 Best Agile Certifications For Project Managers To Consider In 2023 appeared first on The Digital Pr

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How To Manage An Enterprise Project & 10 Expert Tips For 2023

The Digital Project Manager

MARCH 23, 2023

Are you working on projects that are important to your organization’s strategy? How do you know? Do you feel you know how to manage enterprise projects? If your answer is anything less than 100% yes to these questions, this article is for you. You would think that all projects should be aligned with an organization’s […] The post How To Manage An Enterprise Project & 10 Expert Tips For 2023 appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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Ultimate Guide To Gantt Charts: Definition & 6 Steps To Make One

The Digital Project Manager

MARCH 23, 2023

Still wondering what Gantt charts are? Let me fill you in. At the onset of the 20th century, Henry Gantt revolutionized project management with his Gantt chart masterpiece. His Gantt charts provided supervisors with a bird’s eye view of their workers’ progress, enabling them to adjust task deadlines and make sure production schedules wouldn’t be […] The post Ultimate Guide To Gantt Charts: Definition & 6 Steps To Make One appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

RACI 2.0: A New & Improved RACI For The Future

The Digital Project Manager

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

A few years ago, McKinsey published a study that showed that 80% of organizations surveyed thought their decision-making was ineffective—it took too long and/or the decisions made weren’t good. Almost half of those surveyed thought their organizations did not make decisions quickly enough. Respondents said they wasted a lot of their time on inefficient decision-making—almost […] The post RACI 2.0: A New & Improved RACI For The Future appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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12 Top Project Management Conferences You Need To Be At In 2023

The Digital Project Manager

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

This year marks the return of many long-standing project management conferences that went dark with the onset of COVID-19 in early 2020. There’s a reason for excitement—once again there are opportunities to network and connect with other project managers, get hands-on training and learn from experts in the field, and let lose a little bit […] The post 12 Top Project Management Conferences You Need To Be At In 2023 appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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How To Best Apply The Agile Manifesto To Deliver Digital Projects

The Digital Project Manager

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

True fact: a lot of people don’t understand the Agile Manifesto, and therefore they don’t understand agile. It doesn’t help that there’s a huge amount of variance in what people who think they are “agile” are doing. Some think that it’s working in two-week timeboxes, having a daily stand-up, or working off a Trello board. […] The post How To Best Apply The Agile Manifesto To Deliver Digital Projects appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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How To Use Smartsheet For Project Management: Expert Tips & Tricks

The Digital Project Manager

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Have you ever been asked to create a project plan for a new project in under 30-minutes? How about when the ask comes from a c-level executive and it’s 4:30 pm on a Friday? This has happened to me. While this ask would stop most project managers in their tracks, I pressed ahead because I […] The post How To Use Smartsheet For Project Management: Expert Tips & Tricks appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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Sprint Retrospectives: How To Make Them Effective and Fun

The Digital Project Manager

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Everything you need to know about Sprint Retrospectives; Learn what a sprint retrospective is, the difference between sprint retrospectives and sprint reviews, plus discover 5 quick sprint retrospective ideas that will transform your next sprint retrospective meeting! The post Sprint Retrospectives: How To Make Them Effective and Fun appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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Project Charter Complete Guide: Template & How To Make It

The Digital Project Manager

JANUARY 25, 2023

There’s tremendous value in a well-crafted project charter. Start with the project charter definition, see how it differs from a SoW, and learn what to include in a project charter (and why). The post Project Charter Complete Guide: Template & How To Make It appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

Portfolio Management Vs Project Management: Here Are The Key Differences

The Digital Project Manager

JANUARY 12, 2023

If you’re looking for new ways to manage your projects that improve alignment, accountability, and execution, you might consider portfolio management vs. project management. In this article, we’ll discuss the key differences between portfolio management and project management so that you can decide which approach is best for you. I’ll cover: What Is Project Portfolio […].

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Why Use Project Management Software? 8 Solid Reasons

The Digital Project Manager

JANUARY 4, 2023

Many companies struggle with their projects, either going over budget or running past a deadline. Project managers help teams stay aligned, accountable, and executing against project goals to reduce risk and promote smooth delivery. Project management software is a not-so-secret trick of the trade that project managers use to monitor project progress, track expenditures, and […].

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Let’s Go Retro: How To Run An Effective Project Retrospective

The Digital Project Manager

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Here’s a good mantra for your project retrospectives: “Sometimes you gotta look backwards to move forward.” You’re inching closer to a project due date. The sponsor is expecting to see your awesome deliverable presented on time, under budget and with all the bells and whistles they asked for. Your project team is working towards meeting […]. The post Let’s Go Retro: How To Run An Effective Project Retrospective appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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How To Create A Procurement Management Plan In 8 Easy Steps

The Digital Project Manager

DECEMBER 14, 2022

If you’re not using a procurement management plan and working in tandem with the procurement team, you’re missing a key step in managing risk on your project and staying on budget and on schedule. The procurement management plan sets the boundaries for the entire procurement process, and covers risk management, vendor management, and even the […].

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How To Use Asana For Project Management: The Complete Guide

The Digital Project Manager

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Struggling to keep your projects organized and on track? You are not alone—over 30 million users, out of which 1.5 million are paid subscribers in 2021, are trusting Asana to take their business and project management game to the next level. Asana is an excellent project management software, but it has many features that may […]. The post How To Use Asana For Project Management: The Complete Guide appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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What Is A Gantt Chart & Why Use It? Ultimate Guide For Project Managers

The Digital Project Manager

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Let me just come right out and say it. I love me a good Gantt chart. Is that nerdy? If it is, then you’ll be a big huge nerd by the time you finish reading this article, too. But let me be clear: I said “a good Gantt chart”. A good Gantt chart tells a […]. The post What Is A Gantt Chart & Why Use It? Ultimate Guide For Project Managers appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

How To Be A Leader During The Project Kickoff: Expert Tips & Process

The Digital Project Manager

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

If you don’t get started on the right foot, your project team and project success are already at risk. That could be this entire article, summed up in that one sentence. Kickoff meetings are essential. Kickoff meetings need to be done well. If not, you erode trust instantly and at the most vulnerable moment in […]. The post How To Be A Leader During The Project Kickoff: Expert Tips & Process appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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How To Learn Project Management: Here Are 2 Proven Methods

The Digital Project Manager

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Project management is a critical skill for any business owner. It can be the difference between project success and failure. However, learning how to project manage does present challenges. It’s not always easy to find the time or resources to do so. But with 61% of companies beginning to provide some form of project management […]. The post How To Learn Project Management: Here Are 2 Proven Methods appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

5 Common Features Of Resource Management Software For Project Managers

The Digital Project Manager

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Over half of workers waste several hours on unproductive tasks that could otherwise be automated, according to a work study by monday.com. Common features of resource management software include automation capabilities that help support project managers in reducing these types of tasks. So why are so many companies wasting money on resources when there are […].

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How To Easily Choose The Right Enterprise Project Management Methodology

The Digital Project Manager

OCTOBER 19, 2022

It was early 2000. The much-dreaded Y2K problem had just passed us without much trouble. In those days, I was working for an IT services company. Our company had just started an initiative to upgrade the Enterprise Project Management Methodology (EPMM) in accordance with the CMM L5 model. At that time, our company was a […]. The post How To Easily Choose The Right Enterprise Project Management Methodology appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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Why Use Resource Management Software? 6 Benefits & Reasons

The Digital Project Manager

OCTOBER 27, 2022

A significant component of optimizing business performance is spending your money well. The money you save is a form of profit. Why use resource management software to reach your goals? It’s what many successful companies use to make important hiring decisions, reduce worker downtime, and respond to shifts in product or service demand. Adapting your […].

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Using OneNote For Project Management: Easy Templates & Meeting Minutes

The Digital Project Manager

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Microsoft OneNote is the underrecognized superhero of a project manager’s world. Many people tend to overlook the product for what they feel are flashier note taking tools, like EverNote, Notion, or Clickup. While all three are solid products, OneNote is often ignored as it is a freebie included with every Microsoft Office 365 account. As […].

Study Of Job Ads Reveals The Most Desirable Skills For Project Managers

The Digital Project Manager

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

According to recent reports, there are currently 2.13 million full-time employees in the UK project management sector, with the profession generating £156.5 billion GVA annually, and there are an estimated 8.7 to 11 million project managers in North America. This means the competition for roles is extremely high across both locations. Nowadays, project managers are […].

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What Is A Gantt Chart, And Why Is It Used?

The Digital Project Manager

DECEMBER 15, 2021

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How To Choose Project Management Software: Key Tips & Tricks

The Digital Project Manager

DECEMBER 15, 2021

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What Is Gantt Chart Software?

The Digital Project Manager

DECEMBER 15, 2021

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In-Depth Guide To Resource Availability In Project Management

The Digital Project Manager

DECEMBER 14, 2021

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What Is An Enterprise Project Management Tool (+ Best Tools)?

The Digital Project Manager

DECEMBER 13, 2021

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How Much Does Enterprise Project Management Software Cost?

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DECEMBER 13, 2021

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Secrets Of A High-Performing Enterprise Delivery Team (with Dharma Mehta from Roku)

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NOVEMBER 2, 2021

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10 Best Enterprise Resource Planning Software Of 2021

The Digital Project Manager

OCTOBER 25, 2021

This enterprise resource planning software review covers 10 tools and all the info you need: pros and cons, pricing, features, integrations, and screenshots to help you choose something that fits your needs. The post 10 Best Enterprise Resource Planning Software Of 2021 appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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10 Best Free Resource Management Software In 2021

The Digital Project Manager

OCTOBER 19, 2021

I’ll gladly pay you Tuesday for resource management software today—or wait, scratch that, I’ll just go and get it for free! The post 10 Best Free Resource Management Software In 2021 appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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What Is Productive? An Overview & Tour Of Features

The Digital Project Manager

OCTOBER 4, 2021

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Pantless in Seattle

The Digital Project Manager

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

What are some good clothing options to wear to client meetings without suppressing my personal style? I don’t want to wear slacks, they hired us cause we’re the cool creatives, but I also don’t want to look under dressed to them. HELP! The post Pantless in Seattle appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

Hey CEOs: Physical Presence Doesn’t Equal Ambition

The Digital Project Manager

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Kendall Lott explains why CEOs are ludicrous to assume that the physical presence of employees in an office equals productivity and ambition on the part of employees. Read his reasoning here. The post Hey CEOs: Physical Presence Doesn’t Equal Ambition appeared first on The Digital Project Manager.

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