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Applying the heuristics of “How Big Things Get Done” to adaptive delivery

Kiron Bondale

construction, mining, aerospace), it is tempting to assume that these heuristics are only relevant to projects delivered with a predictive approach. While the term “heuristic” is apt as each is a useful mental shortcut, they could also be used as principles. Say no and walk away : Prof.

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Agile Revolution in the Defense Industry

Scrum.org

Used by SpaceX for the construction of its rockets, the Idiot Index is the ratio between the total cost of a product divided by the cost of its elementary components. Firehawk Aerospace 3D prints rockets and a solid form of fuel to launch them. The higher the index, the more inefficient the design.

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2022 Online and In-Person Events for Project/Resource Managers and Industry Professionals

Epicflow Blog

April 13, Chicago, the USA — Project Delivery Conference is the event for construction industry professionals, including project managers, where leading experts meet to explore innovative solutions that help builders operate more efficiently as well as manage risks associated with project safety, schedules, quality, and costs.

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A History of PMI & Its Role in Project Management

ProjectManager.com

It goes back to the 1960s, when project management became a discipline in aerospace, construction and defense industries. He was the project manager for the construction of PMI’s World Headquarters in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. But where did PMI start? What are the roots that uphold this giant in project management?

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Artificial Intelligence and Project Management: The First Step

The IIL Blog

Risk Management. Effective risk management has to be proactive. AI enables predictions that are more accurate than traditional software solutions in determining risk responses, probabilities, and their impact. is an Aerospace Engineer and Project Manager working in the Aircraft Industry in Germany. Action Taker.

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Reflection and Takeaways on Agility from the SMC-IT 2018 Space Mission Design conference

The IIL Blog

Case studies on how agile methodologies have been applied to mission planning and how scrum has been used in spacecraft construction were discussed, as well as topics such as developing and delivering software, reliability and reuse of software, onboard processing, and communication. Representing Scrum, Inc. Representing Scrum, Inc.

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6 Top Project Management Books for Engineers and Manufacturers

LiquidPlanner

When large-scale engineering and construction projects—think off-shore oil platforms, chemical plants, dams—go wrong, they go horribly wrong. The book covers a wide array of industries, including medical and pharmaceutical, aerospace, manufacturing, and more. Project Management for Engineering and Construction by Garold D.