Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 21, 2024

Adaptive project management equips you with the agility to meet evolving demands and enhances stakeholder satisfaction through timely and relevant deliverables. It operates on the principle that project scopes and objectives may shift, prioritizing agility over strict adherence to predefined plans.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 15, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM The quest for methodologies that offer efficiency and agility has never been rockier. Agile methodologies stand at the forefront of this quest, providing the blueprint for rapid, responsive, and customer-centric project execution. Agile methodologies offer a path to mastering these challenges.

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Planio

MARCH 28, 2022

Or, you think that being an Agile team means that projects never really end, and therefore why even learn about project closure? The truth is that ignoring proper project closure opens you up to additional risks , prevents you from implementing lessons learned , and can undermine your credibility as a project leader.

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Sandeep Kashyap

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Introduction Want to be an agile project manager? It’s no secret that agile project management has become a buzzword in today’s fast-paced business world. But to succeed in this dynamic realm, you need the right agile project management skills. But first, let’s dive into what an agile project manager is. Don’t worry!

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Scrum.org

JUNE 20, 2022

Suppose you want to fill a Scrum Master (or agile coach) position in your organization. You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 35,000-plus subscribers. ?? The Product Backlog may also be adjusted to meet new opportunities. It is the Sprint Review. Background Theses on the Sprint Review.

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Kiron Bondale

SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

But on agile projects we expect that core team members will collaborate closely on a daily basis. Imagine a daily standup meeting with forty team members. Organizations using agile approaches to deliver their projects would do well to remember n*(n-1)/2!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

It doesn’t matter if you are agile or waterfall, iterative, predictive, incremental or hybrid: what’s important is that when a new requirement comes along, it is clear and thought through, and you know what it is! Make sure that you are thinking realistically about estimates and the likelihood of risk affecting your ability to deliver.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 31, 2020

Then sign up for the Food for Agile Thought newsletter and join 26k other subscribers. ?? Join us for a free live-virtual meetup on Thursday, September 10, 2020: Hands-on Agile #26: Liberating Structures in Microsoft Teams? Read more: Agile Metrics — The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.).

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MPUG

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Let’s apply this by thinking of a team of Agile practitioners working on a software product. Retrospectives and intraspectives in Agile development do exactly that. Retrospectives. The importance of taking the time for retrospection comes from one of the 12 core principles of the Agile Manifesto.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Agile methodologies have revolutionized the software development industry, enabling teams to deliver high-quality products in shorter timeframes. However, as businesses grow and projects become more complex, companies are faced with the challenge of scaling Agile practices to maintain the same level of efficiency and effectiveness.

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The Strategic Project Manager

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Feature Driven Development (FDD) is an agile methodology specifically applied to software development. This post explores what FDD is, FDD best practices, implications of FDD for strategy, and how FDD is implemented with other agile methods while managing a project. What Is the Agile Feature-driven Development Methodology?

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 23, 2024

In project management, continuous improvement focuses on refining all aspects of the project management processes —from planning and executing to monitoring, controlling and closing—to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and adaptability. Focus on areas like agile methodologies, risk management, and leadership.

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Leading Agile

APRIL 20, 2023

You see, the real work of a manager is to understand that each team is different, then find ways to continuously elevate the teams to meet their collective needs, all while creating the conditions for the teams to thrive. And I think that the agile industry, to a certain extent has promoted that just empower the teams and get out of the way.

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International Institute for Learning

MARCH 29, 2023

By Cyndi Snyder Dionisio You can have an awesome schedule and a great risk management plan, but those won’t get the project done. The project sponsor approves the project schedule and budget baselines, ensuring the schedule and budget baselines reflect the risks involved, resource availability, and other variables. Approve baselines.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Agile product management has become a crucial role in today’s fast-paced business environment. A successful Agile Product Manager possesses a unique set of skills and qualities that allow them to navigate through various challenges and drive successful outcomes. Be adaptable and flexible.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Agile testing plays a vital role in achieving this balance, allowing teams to deliver high-quality software while maintaining a quick and iterative development cycle. By understanding the principles and techniques of agile testing, teams can overcome challenges and measure success effectively.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 4, 2024

These are not just ideals but the foundation of Scrum that empowers teams to navigate the complexities of their projects with agility and integrity. Dive deeper into understanding and applying Scrum's lightweight, agile framework in your leadership practice. What is the Scrum Framework?

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Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 20, 2024

Even as an experienced project manager looking to improve your methodology, it can be challenging to tailor your approach to meet the unique needs of every project. Imagine leading projects that not only meet but exceed expectations, where team morale is high and stakeholder engagement strengthens.

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MPUG

MARCH 8, 2021

Many project managers utilize a Lean-Agile approach when there is high change or churn in project requirements, significant lack of clarity in scope, high complexity to their projects, and/or a larger number of risks associated with such. Two Lean-Agile Types. Iteration-based Lean-Agile. Flow-based Lean-Agile.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

In the fast-paced world of project management, traditional approaches often fall short in meeting the demands of dynamic environments. Enter Agile project planning, a flexible and collaborative methodology that empowers teams to adapt, innovate, and deliver value efficiently.

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MPUG

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

This article aims to provide an in-depth understanding of Jira and how adopting agile project management can significantly enhance team collaboration and performance. Deciphering Agile Project Management Agile is an iterative approach, particularly effective for software development projects. Iterative Approach Why Agile?

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Scrum.org

APRIL 5, 2022

To me, it seems that this kind of polarizing discourse is exactly what drives so many teams and organizations away from Scrum and Agile. Although the workshops are intended to support teams to close the gap between “Zombie Scrum” and “healthy Scrum”, it can remain difficult to decide on what the adaptations & improvements should be.

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Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 22, 2024

Embrace agile methodology and structured approaches, build a support network, and invest in professional development to enhance your project management skills and capabilities and drive project success. These functions are integral across domains, such as business operations, digital transformation, and agile projects.

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Binfire

AUGUST 27, 2017

The Agile project management methodology has been used by software engineers and IT professionals for the past sixteen years. The reason for this surge in popularity is quite understandable, the majority of projects benefit when managed using lean concepts promoted by Agile project management methodology.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 1, 2022

Each post discusses scientific research that is relevant to our work with Scrum and Agile teams. High cohesion also comes with risks, such as groupthink and conformity to group opinions (McCauley, 1998). If members of a team meet frequently, they are far more likely to bond than when they don’t. Festinger, 1950).

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Binfire

APRIL 7, 2017

The Agile project management methodology has been used in the software development and IT industry for the past sixteen years, but recently it has gained wide acceptance by many number of industries and organizations. But the tide is turning and Agile is gaining wide acceptance as a valid process for many projects.

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Project Bliss

JULY 10, 2017

You may at first think it’s just leading the team in answering the three questions in your daily scrum meeting. She changed jobs and moved to a company that was using an Agile approach to their projects. I’d heard lots of talk about Agile. She sets up all the meetings for the sprint and handles the meeting logistics.

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Wrike

APRIL 12, 2023

Defining Scrum Scrum is an agile project management methodology that enables teams to deliver high-quality software and involves regular reviews and feedback sessions. Project managers are responsible for overseeing the project’s delivery and ensuring it meets the objectives.

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Wrike

APRIL 25, 2023

It also serves as a reference point throughout the project execution, ensuring the team stays on track with the expected schedule and achieves the objectives without any misunderstanding, deviation, or avoidable risk. Risk plans ensure project sponsors are aware of potential risks before signing off on the project.

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Leading Agile

MARCH 31, 2020

Listen to the Agile Unplugged Podcast on the go! Find and subscribe to Agile Unplugged on: Apple Podcasts. Remember to subscribe and listen to Agile Unplugged on Soundcloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Podbean—and watch each and every episode on YouTube , IGTV , and Facebook. When did we first meet? Soundcloud.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 5, 2019

Agile software development started with developers. These days, it seems to be more about Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, Product Owners, and other “process roles”. Agile software development was started by developers. Create an environment where you can take risks. Scrum also allowed us to take calculated risks.

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Planio

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Whether it’s the meetings you run, the plans you build, or the outputs you create, project deliverables help set stakeholder expectations, guide your team’s work, and monitor your progress. Initiation: Run a kick-off meeting to get your project going 3. Great deliverables sit at the core of every successful project.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 9, 2024

Additionally, the Daily Scrum meetings provide a daily opportunity for team members to re-align based on new information or challenges that arise, maintaining agility in day-to-day operations. Daily Scrum meetings facilitate ongoing reviews of progress and emerging challenges, allowing for real-time planning adjustments.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 11, 2024

You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 42,000-plus subscribers. ? Every activity required to achieve the Product Goal, such as Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective, occurs within Sprints. This habit also puts reaching the Sprint Goal at risk.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 4, 2022

The scrum methodology was developed as a response to rigid project management approaches such as the waterfall method, which didn’t adapt to the needs of agile product and software development teams. Scrum is part of agile software development and teams practicing agile. What Is the Scrum Methodology? Scrum Values. Scrum Roles.

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Planio

JUNE 8, 2022

Technical project managers have a unique insight into how products get built that allows them to collaborate better with development teams, identify technical risks or inefficiencies, and make smarter decisions about how new features will work (or not) within your product roadmap. They’re flexible and adaptable. Accept stories when completed.

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Project Management Essentials

MAY 1, 2019

Most fail to meet their planned objectives with 30% failing outright. In last month’s article, ”Road Trippin’ Organizational Change: The Beginning” , I recommending using adaptive-agile planning practices and treating the effort like a road trip: Set the direction, not the destination. Trust your guide, but ask questions.

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