Scrum.org

JANUARY 30, 2024

In times of organizational challenges, the temptation to cut costs often leads some to view Agile frameworks as a luxury rather than a necessity. However, dismissing Agile as a luxury is a mistake that comes from underestimating the transformative power of Agile frameworks for solving complex problems.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 1, 2022

As a project manager, I have delivered many complex initiatives, from re-platforming a consumer products website to doubling the size of a line of business. My most successful projects have one thing in common; I used an agile approach to deliver them. The Project Management Process. * Tips for Agile Delivery .

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Agile Monitoring SCRUM Technical Review 238

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

PRINCE2® is a project management method. It’s structured, and experience-based, created from the lived experience of thousands of project managers and successful projects. It’s a customizable way of managing and controlling the work. It’s a predictive methodology, although PRINCE2 Agile ® allows for agile frameworks.

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Prince2 Technical Review Governance Government 358

Project Pulse Journal

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Are you a project manager struggling to predict the risks in your projects accurately during planning? This is where Monte Carlo Simulation transforms the art of project risk management into a more precise science, as part of quantitative risk analysis.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Risk Engineering Estimate 52

ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The ability to measure progress is how project managers keep projects on track. But if you’re working in an agile environment, the Gantt chart isn’t the right tool for your iterative approach to project management. A burn up chart is a tool used in agile project management to measure progress.

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NimbleWork

MARCH 7, 2024

As the Agile project management framework reaches adoption maturity at lean, progressive and disruptive startup firms, many teams at established organizations are struggling to fully embrace the Agile project management framework at scale. How to migrate from Traditional PM to Agile?

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Agile Software Review Technical Review Leadership 114

LiquidPlanner

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Are you thinking about introducing agile processes to your project management methodology? You’ve a few case studies, you’ve perhaps even seen agile working effectively at other companies. Additionally, it may not be enough for you to know that agile methods are a logical addition to your toolset at work.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Agile release planning, also known as scrum release planning, is an alternative to the traditional waterfall approach. From this grew the Agile methodology, and with it agile release planning (also known as scrum release planning). How does that fit into an agile project? And how can project management software help?

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Project Risk Coach

AUGUST 20, 2018

Some project managers start their projects with a strong focus on risk management. In this article, I am providing questions that can help you in monitoring project risks and as a result, achieve better results. Other project managers start out strong and stick with their risk management.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Do you have a release manager on the team? It wasn’t until I worked in IT as a project manager that I had a lot of contact with the release management process. In this article, I’ll explain what a release manager does and what skills you need to make a success of this role. What does a release manager do?

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Technical Review Software Review Cadence Software Developers 425

NimbleWork

MARCH 27, 2024

The Agile project management methodology encourages organizations to empower teams with clear responsibility and authority, so they can work together to autonomously develop ingenious and innovative solutions. Much of the Agile mindset requires change from traditional ways of project management.

Agile 119

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Scrum.org

MARCH 5, 2024

Agility is supposed to be about enabling people to do their best and most creative work. And we believe this happens through collaborative and empowered self-managing teams who focus on customer value and work in iterative and incremental ways that enable learning, feedback, and validation. Okay, no problem.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 22, 2023

What qualifications do you need to land a project management job? What Are Project Management Qualifications? Being qualified for a position as a project manager means you have the skills, experience and temperament for the job. Qualified project managers need the right tools for the job. Thanks for watching!

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 6, 2022

There are several project management certifications that you can get to become a project management professional. To determine which one is best for you, you’ll need to think about things such as your project management skills, the career path you want to choose or your desired project management methodology specialization.

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Scrum.org

JULY 27, 2023

It baffles me how some agile teams, who claim to be the pioneers of modernity, are living in archaic times where usable working products are as rare as unicorns! Just a heads-up, my dear agile practitioners: the linchpin of Agile is a Usable Working Product. Automation is king in Agile. Yes, you read it right!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 12, 2022

Project governance is an important part of project management processes – even if it’s not the most exciting part of getting work done. As a project manager, part of your role is shepherding the work through the project lifecycle. Risk management. Expectation management. Stakeholder engagement.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Every project is different, of course, but the differences when managing software development projects are especially so, due to its distinct life-cycle processes. What Is Software Project Management? Software project management is the planning, managing and tracking of software development projects. Learn more.

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Software Review Software Software Developers Software Development 329

Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Are you aware that the Project Management Institute (PMI) is updating the PMI-RMP exam? Second, you will receive a 20% rebate (approximately 6 weeks after the close of the pilot). Moreover, the exam is being updated with terms and concepts that are in alignment with the PMBOK® Guide and the new Risk Standard. Table Of Contents.

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ProjectManager.com

APRIL 2, 2024

Jira is project management software designed for agile software development teams. However, a Jira kanban board can also be used for managing simple workflows, tracking project progress and improving team collaboration by organizations in other industries. Does Jira Have a Kanban Board?

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Underperforming Technical Team Software Review 2024 Software Developers 329

Wrike

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In the world of project management, uncertainty is an ever-present element that can greatly impact the success or failure of a project. It is essential for project managers to understand the nature of uncertainty and how it manifests in various forms. This uncertainty can impact project timelines and deliverables.

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Risk Management Risk Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team 36

Planio

MARCH 28, 2022

All good (and bad) things must come to an end, especially in project management. But what project manager has time for that? Or, you think that being an Agile team means that projects never really end, and therefore why even learn about project closure? The risks of ignoring a dedicated project closure plan.

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Closing Software Review Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team 78

Project Risk Coach

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Imagine a project manager that focuses primarily on identifying and managing project threats and very little on opportunities. The best project managers know how to exploit and enhance opportunities. Here are some examples: I had an opportunity to meet other project managers at a PMI Chapter meeting. register now.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 10, 2022

To properly schedule the work to execute your project, you need to know the timeline, costs, scope, risk and more. Project estimation techniques are tools that help project managers forecast cost, time and other variables as they relate to a forthcoming project. Resource allocation estimates tend to be used more in agile IT operations.

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Estimate Software Review Risk Management Risk 353

The Strategic Project Manager

APRIL 26, 2023

It then looks at the intersection of RTE responsibilities with the strategy and project management functions – and shows how broad of a role RTE can be. A Release Train Engineer (RTE) is a key role in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodology for managing and coordinating large-scale software development projects.

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Engineering Agile Risk Management Monitoring 96

Scrum.org

JULY 17, 2023

Agile has become more than just a buzzword in our complex world. Agility is a mindset, a skillset, a culture, and a driving force behind successful, flexible, and responsive organisations. The Agile Leader's commitment goes beyond mere lip service to the Agile Manifesto. In the Agile world, this couldn't be truer.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 31, 2023

Project managers know that cooperation boosts productivity on projects and is beneficial in a team environment. Teamwork ensures that resources are well-managed and less time is needed to complete a project. And if that wasn’t enough, here are 10 reasons why teamwork is vital to effective project management.

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Risk Management Leadership Risk Innovation 302

Scrum.org

MARCH 7, 2023

Since I became a Professional Scrum Trainer in November, I have been asked a lot about the current state, and the future perspectives, for Scrum and agile development in Japan, where I’ve worked for the last six years. Yet, Scrum and the principles of agile development are not as common in Japan as they are in other parts of the world.

Underperforming Technical Team 131

Underperforming Technical Team SCRUM Agile Software Engineering 131

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 2, 2022

The mission of a project portfolio manager is clear enough: maximize the business benefits of projects. In this article, you’ll learn the top 5 key considerations and knowledge areas under which the main criteria for managing a project portfolio can be grouped. Consideration #2: Managing complex risk is all about balance.

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Technical Review Risk Management Governance Government 355

ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

Project managers are the point person in charge of a specific project or projects within an organization. We regularly feature project management resources to help train PMs to land jobs in the industry or develop better skills in their current role. What Does a Project Manager Do? How Much Does a Project Manager Make?

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Certification Prince2 Monitoring PMI 441

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

What is a method in project management? We have a ton of project management methods – some you probably don’t spend much time thinking about at all. Types of project management methods. Project management uses lots of methods. But there are some specific project management methods. Read my full disclosure.).

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Project Risk Coach

MAY 7, 2016

Are you a project manager who focuses on gaining control of your project risks? Some project managers start their projects with a strong focus on risk management. Other project managers start out strong. Other project managers start out strong. Remember the definition for controlling risks?

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Scrum.org

APRIL 9, 2024

As a manager, tackling team and project challenges effectively can often seem like navigating a complex labyrinth. Here's how Scrum addresses ten common challenges that managers face, providing clear solutions through its empirical approach. This strategic management of the backlog is key to guiding the team's efforts efficiently.

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SCRUM Underperforming Technical Team Sustainability Software Review 179

Scrum.org

JANUARY 29, 2024

Incremental delivery is central to Scrum because many of the benefits of Agile come from this concept. This iterative feedback loop ensures that the final product aligns closely with client expectations, ultimately leading to higher satisfaction. Objection: "There's too much overhead in managing incremental releases."

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Software Estimate SCRUM Risk Management 177

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.

Software Review 52

Software Review Technical Review Agile SCRUM 52

The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

So, picture this: you are transitioning from your current position into a project management career. The industry didn’t matter; it was about translating my work experience into specific project management industry-recognized terms and managing projects. What are the Essential Project Management Buzzwords?

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Development Team Review Project Life Cycle Underperforming Technical Team Estimate 148

ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Product Manager vs Project Manager. While both are leadership roles and the titles are similar, there’s a difference between a product manager and a project manager as Jennifer Bridges, PMP, explains. What Is a Project Manager? Let’s take a look at the most important project manager responsibilities.

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Project Life Cycle Prince2 Certification PMI 414

Inloox

APRIL 16, 2024

SWOT analysis in the project management context Why should I conduct a SWOT analysis? The word SWOT is made up of the following four words: S trengths W eaknesses O pportunities T hreats The application of the SWOT analysis covers a variety of fields such as marketing, general management or the development of human resources and executives.

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