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Six Sigma: A Simple Guide for Project Managers

ProjectManager.com

There has been some backlash against Six Sigma over the recent years, some of which is warranted and will be discussed, but overall the process proves a valuable tool in reducing defects in product manufacturing, especially when paired with Agile thinking, lean manufacturing and capable project management tools. Six Sigma and Agile.

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Achieving Operational Agility in a Rapidly Evolving Marketplace

Wrike

One key aspect that can make a significant difference is achieving operational agility. In this article, we will explore the concept of operational agility, its importance in today’s market, the role of technology in enabling agility, strategies for achieving operational agility, overcoming challenges, and measuring success.

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Streamlining Success: Lean Principles in Project Management

MPUG

The benefits of lean having been proven, lean then rippled its way into project management through Agile approaches such as Scrum that are applied mainly but not exclusively to software product development. We show some examples other than software in our Scrum Project Management book. Waiting: Delays caused by idle time.

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The “Big Tech” Threat to Automotive OEMs and Their Suppliers

Leading Agile

Innovators have already changed how we all view transportation in the past decade, including the shift from gasoline to battery-electric and from car ownership to transportation-as-a-service. We will now look at the forthcoming threat to existing car manufacturers due to this shift in perspective. Over-the-air updates.

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Picking a Project Management Methodology

MPUG

Software development. Transportation sector. I am going to review two of the most popular methodologies (see Figure 1) that you may choose to be best for the type of business you are in. Figure 1: Major Activities of Waterfall and Agile Models. Agile Model. Over the last 10-15 years, Agile has become mainstream.

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Top 5 Manufacturing Trends for 2024: What’s New?

Epicflow Blog

Leveraging Cutting-Edge Technologies Under current conditions of economic turbulence, workforce shortage, and supply chain disruptions, manufacturing organizations should work towards increasing the efficiency of their operations, achieving business agility and resilience. AdvancedTech. Industry 4.0.

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The Impact of Digital Transformation on Business Success

Wrike

It goes beyond simply adopting new technologies; it requires a mindset shift that embraces innovation and agility. Its presence in various domains such as healthcare, finance, retail, and transportation suggest that digital transformation has the potential to transform businesses in a myriad of industries.