Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

For example, imagine reviewing estimates from the project team. enter their estimated effort for tasks, the software prompts you: Claire’s estimates were 20% under on her last five projects. Would you like to add 20% to this estimate? I want project management tools with the same level of usability.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 22, 2024

I mentor project managers, and the types of problems that people come up with on calls are not technical issues for the most part. Resource management is difficult because work is unpredictable and people aren’t very good at estimating! I suggest adding the relevant ones to your risk log so they are constantly under review.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 11, 2021

AI has turned up in the project management trends articles over the past few years and it’s now most definitely here to stay. I’m not convinced that 2030 is a realistic target, though, given the project management maturity levels and willingness to adopt new tech that I see on a daily basis. Lloyd seems to feel the same.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 13, 2022

In roles where time-tracking is useful, look into tools like Toggl , where your team can log how much time they spend working on each task. It can be helpful to compare estimates back to actuals to review how accurate the estimates were and inform future task planning. Stay in touch with your team.

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Scrum.org

OCTOBER 27, 2021

The Sprint Review meeting is one of the Product Owner’s most important events. As discussed in a recent article Making the Most of the Sprint Review , it’s an opportunity for the Scrum Team and stakeholders to inspect what was delivered, discuss the progress made towards the Product Goal, and adapt accordingly. Audience polls.

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Scrum.org

MAY 15, 2023

TL; DR: 60 ChatGPT Prompts for Agile Practitioners ChatGPT can be an excellent tool for those who know how to create prompts. The following article offers a primer to creating ChatGPT prompts for Scrum practitioners to get you started running. Shall I notify you about articles like this one? Set up [tool/environment] guide.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Accurate construction cost estimates are crucial for successful project planning and execution. Understanding the Basics of Construction Budgeting Accurate cost estimation is the cornerstone of construction budgeting. Moreover, accurate cost estimates play a crucial role in financial planning and control.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 22, 2023

I prefer to do it based on data — so if you actually have some data in terms of what was delivered in a sprint, that is really forecasting because if you don’t have data in terms of what you’re delivering, you are still just estimating. Estimates are just estimates. Check out my InfoQ article on Sizing & Forecasting in Scrum.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

Also, if you have internal auditors or a Quality Assurance function, or someone in the PMO who can do an informal (or formal) project review, book that in as well. Quality assurance reviews, peer reviews, health checks and quality audits might sound scary for project managers – they’re not.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Shall I notify you about articles like this one? Short-term Wins over Long-term Value : The focus on velocity could lead teams to prioritize work that will ‘score points’ now at the expense of activities that contribute to long-term success and value creation, such as refactoring or tackling technical debt.

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MPUG

JANUARY 8, 2024

The solution, of course, is estimating. There is a whole science to estimation, and it would be possible to go very deeply into this. But before we start, let’s tackle the Estimation Elephant in the Room…. The estimation techniques they use are a deliberate trade-off between speed and accuracy.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 21, 2023

For project managers and program managers, productivity can be improved through various tools and techniques such as setting clear goals and objectives, breaking down tasks into manageable chunks, using automation where possible, delegating responsibilities effectively, tracking progress regularly and rewarding success appropriately.

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Scrum.org

MAY 8, 2023

Shall I notify you about articles like this one? Product Backlog refinement : The Product Owner and Developers collaborate to refine, estimate, and order the Product Backlog items based on value, risk, and dependencies. So let’s have a look at some typical agile negotiation scenarios. ??

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Planio

APRIL 22, 2024

According to some estimates , PMs spend 90% of their time communicating with team members, sponsors, and stakeholders. Re-review and pull out the key elements 4. Current status: In the last four weeks, the project has progressed to plan, completing all the required technical analysis and formally completing the Design Phase (Gate 2).

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Productivity Land

JUNE 7, 2023

By using a tool that monitors the entire project lifecycle, from inception to completion, you can ensure that all stakeholders are happy with the final product. By using a tool like this, organizations can track all of the stages of a project – from planning through execution – and ensure that everything is going as planned.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

In this article, you’ll learn about 20 things to include in a project plan. You can also talk about the project management tool you are going to use and your approach to document management. I use Vizzlo ( read my review of Vizzlo here ). For example, schedule risks, technical risk, scope risk. Be pragmatic though.

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NimbleWork

JANUARY 9, 2024

In this article, we’ll talk briefly about the impacts of AI in the workplace generally and then specifically about how it is changing the way projects are managed. Here are some examples of how AI tools are changing the way we deliver projects. Automated task schedule AI tools can automate the bulk of scheduling for you.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 28, 2023

In this article, we will explore some complimentary practices which the Product Owner might use to as an input when deciding how to order the Product Backlog. These tools should be seen as optional practices that the Product Owner might use when making their day-to-day decisions about the content and ordering of the Product Backlog.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 17, 2023

Read on and learn more about how a project management tool that is reasonably usable when you use it out of the box without any modifications turns into a bureaucratic nightmare, what the reasons for this might be, and what we can do about it. ?? Shall I notify you about articles like this one? Then, everything starts going south.

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Leading Answers

AUGUST 29, 2020

These three trends are: 1) Accelerating rates of technology adoption. All the major auto manufacturers reported far fewer sales in Q1 and Q2 due to factory shutdowns and a lack of customers. Access to power and less expensive technology also brings connectivity. The winds of change were strong before the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Proofhub

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

9 Ridiculously Useful Time Management Tools Every Smart Manager Must Know About Use these top-rated time management tools to minimize time wastage and produce desired results. Without the right t ime management tools, the life of a manager can be pretty messed up. Set Time Estimates?—? Read on to know more about it.

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Teamweek

JULY 29, 2022

Inaccurate time estimation is the cause of 25% of failed projects. Learning how to estimate time for a project is tricky, but critical to its success. In this guide we’ll go over: What is time estimating in project management? Why is estimating time for tasks important? What is time estimating in project management?

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Scrum.org

APRIL 28, 2019

In this article I will stress again the utmost importance of understanding the context of the organization as a strategy to achieve a possibilistic, evolutionary and deep application of Scrum within organizations. In the first case, estimating a roadmap to solve the whole problem may just not be possible.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Whether you’re tailoring your resume with project management skills , preparing for an interview, seeking to earn a certification , or simply seeking clarity in meetings, this list of top project management buzzwords should prove to be an invaluable tool. Capacity Planning To identify the number of resources (e.g.,

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Epicflow Blog

JUNE 10, 2022

Let’s figure it out in the article. . missing important milestones, unavailability of a critical employee), Estimating (e.g., unrealistic or inaccurate estimates), Communicating (miscommunication between the project participants). [1]. Main Risks Affecting Aerospace Engineering Projects. Managing the supply chain.

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The IIL Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Gartner estimated that AI may replace 80% of project management activities by 2030. A recent article in Harvard Business Review described “How AI Will Transform Project Management”. AI and related technologies offer the opportunity to shape-shift the profession. Tools are already available to analyze project schedules.

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MPUG

APRIL 10, 2023

In this article, we will explore the importance of project initiation, cover best practices, and share 6 key steps for how project managers can get their projects started on the right foot. A business case also serves as a tool for decision-making, helping project sponsors and stakeholders evaluate whether the project is worth pursuing.

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MPUG

MARCH 29, 2020

Let’s explore the importance of resource management, as well as some of the best resource management tools and techniques to help ensure your projects are as successful as possible. Technology and software. Estimate your resource requirements for each stage of the project. Resource Management Tools. Types of Resources.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 30, 2021

It happens in Sprint Review, after Daily Scrum, in Sprint Planning, and as part of development. estimating the work in size and value. estimating the work in size and value. Estimating Product Backlog items. Hypothesis Canvas and UX Fishbowl are tools to facilitate this discovery. Estimating Product Backlog items.

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Velociteach

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Gartner estimated that AI may replace 80% of project management activities by 2030. A recent article in the Harvard Business Review described “ How AI Will Transform Project Management.” AI and related technologies offer the opportunity to shape-shift the profession. I say, “Bring it on!” Wouldn’t that be funny?

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2024

Changing a traditional production tool is long and difficult, generating high costs, hindering innovation, and causing loss of economic opportunities. We outsource what is highly controllable, and take back control over what is complex, technological, experiential, and key to achieving our objectives. The problem?

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Function Point

APRIL 13, 2023

The 6 Personas: New Business Creative Client Services Traffic Manager Accountant Owner In this article, we will explore the role of a traffic manager in a creative agency, the qualities that make them successful, the benefits they bring to your business, and how you can find one. Keep up with changing technologies and tools.

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Planio

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

If you’re a founder, product strategist, or team leader looking to beat the competition and deliver for your customers, this article is for you! By doing this, it uncovers any external factors that might change the market in the future, such as changes to legislation, new technologies, or socioeconomic and ethical attitudes.

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International Institute for Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2022

In the past five years, there have been numerous articles discussing how Artificial Intelligence (AI), can and will benefit the field of project management. The growth of AI can be attributed to several factors, especially: Advances in technology. Recognizing the need for AI applications has been discussed in numerous journal articles.

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TrustRadius Project Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Figuring out what makes one project management tool different from the next can feel like trying to taste the difference between two expensive bottles of red wine. We surveyed over 200 project management professionals to find out their top buying criteria for project management tools. These may seem like project management no-brainers.

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The IIL Blog

JUNE 28, 2023

This includes all the customer-facing features and technical updates required to enhance or maintain the product. Story Sizing We use story points to estimate work size and complexity instead of hours. Relative sizing tools, like t-shirt sizing, are generally reasonable and more accurate than duration estimates.

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Epicflow Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

That’s what we’re going to figure out in this article. . Specifics of Information Technology Projects. For less important projects, you can adjust milestones or renegotiate the due dates. It consists of the following elements: realistic scope and time estimates and task prioritization, . Lack of enough skilled resources.

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