ProjectManager.com

APRIL 19, 2024

Kanban and scrum are agile project management methodologies that can be used for similar purposes, but each has its unique pros and cons. As a project manager, it’s important to understand the difference between kanban and scrum so you can determine the best approach for your team. What Is Kanban?

SCRUM 411

SCRUM Manufacturing 2001 Agile 411

Scrum.org

JULY 24, 2023

Why the Scrum Guide Lacks Product Discovery as a Concept The Scrum Guide 2020 emphasizes the role of the Product Owner in managing the Product Backlog but does not define the product discovery process. Design Thinking is a good fit when the problem is complex or ill-defined, requiring innovative and user-centric solutions.

SCRUM 160

SCRUM Lean Innovation 2020 160

nTask

JUNE 10, 2021

To put it simply; we are excited to bring a revamped Risk register with a bunch of exciting new features dedicated to acing Risk mitigation like a pro. There are custom fields, checklists, new drop-down options, Risk Matrix charts like never before, and much more. What’s New with nTask Risk Management Module?

Risk 78

Risk Risk Management Defining Lean 78

Scrum.org

MARCH 3, 2021

Why perfect is the enemy of good - using lean change to apply agile in context. That’s primarily because shifting an organisation – of any size and in any industry – from a traditional Waterfall approach to project management towards a more dynamic Agile approach demands fundamental changes in the ways people work.

Lean 190

Lean Technical Review Agile Consulting 190

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.

Project Life Cycle 414

Project Life Cycle Prince2 Certification PMI 414

ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 19, 2022

We’ll explain the process, define the term and detail the steps for making a rough order of magnitude estimate. According to the Project Management Institute’s Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK), ROM estimates are -25 percent to +75 percent accurate, though others say its range is +/-50 percent.

Estimate 346

Estimate Software Review Budget Project Cost 346

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?

Certification 441

Certification Prince2 Monitoring PMI 441

Resource Guru

JANUARY 17, 2023

Project scope is the project manager’s best friend. It’s what we lean on throughout the project life cycle. As project managers, defining and planning projects is what we do. What is scope in project management? What is scope in project management? Key benefits of a scope statement in project management.

Defining 98

Defining Technical Review Software Review Project Life Cycle 98

ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

To better understand production capacity, we’ll define the term and go into greater detail as to its importance in manufacturing. In order to take advantage of production capacity’s help with making sound financial plans and accurately forecasting business growth, you’ll need project management software.

Manufacturing 304

Manufacturing Lean Estimate Software 304

Inloox

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

In the last blog post on process optimization in project management we introduced you to the 5-S framework, which is also very popular in Lean Management. Therefore, we will now deepen the topic Lean Project Management. The basic principle of Lean Project Management is the following: ".

Lean 128

Lean Process Controlling Defining 128

Scrum.org

JULY 16, 2019

Lean Agile Procurement is designed to reduce delay in establishing the partnerships, and providing clear constraints on the business relationship. The traditional approach of RFI – RFP – Review – LOI is neither lean or agile. The Lean Agile Procurement model is designed by people who live the Agile Manifesto, and is aligned to it.

Lean 117

Lean Agile Underperforming Technical Team Software Review 117

ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 25, 2023

How COQ does this, especially in project management, is what we’ll define. Whether you’re manufacturing products or delivering a service, project management software can help you with the cost of quality. It’s also part of Lean Six Sigma, a philosophy of improvement built on the prevention of defects over defect detection.

Underperforming Technical Team 327

Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Manufacturing Controlling 327

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?

Development Team Review 148

Development Team Review Project Life Cycle Underperforming Technical Team Estimate 148

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.

Certification 433

Certification 2022 Prince2 PMI 433

ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Finally, we show how project management software can help with manufacturing. People may confuse cycle time with takt time and lead time, which we’ll define and differentiate a bit later, but all are key metrics in manufacturing, especially lean manufacturing. That means a reduction in multitasking and managing dependencies.

Manufacturing 298

Manufacturing Software Review Transportation Lean 298

Project Accelerator News

APRIL 18, 2024

When new to a role (in many business environments, not just IT Project Management), new managers tend to lean into making sweeping changes, it’s human nature. Integration of new portfolio management software with existing applications across the organisation can be difficult. Enable seamless collaboration within Teams.

Lean 52

Lean Technical Review PMO Innovation 52

Inloox

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

In the last blog post on process optimization in project management we introduced you to the 5-S framework, which is also very popular in Lean Management. Therefore, we will now deepen the topic Lean Project Management. The basic principle of Lean Project Management is the following: ".

Lean 100

Lean Process Controlling Defining 100

Project Pulse Journal

MAY 1, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are you a project manager facing the relentless pressures of deadlines, unforeseen issues, and changing project scopes? Imagine possessing skills that transform every challenge into an opportunity, enabling you to manage and lead projects efficiently. What is Problem Solving?

2024 52

2024 2015 Lean Technical Review 52

ProjectManager.com

JUNE 28, 2018

It can mean different things within various organizations or circumstances, but there is a way to broadly outline this business process improvement methodology and define its beginnings, its, rise, its use and its implementation. To start, let’s define the term Six Sigma. Test those solutions, and figure out what risks are inherent.

Lean 417

Lean Manufacturing Transportation Sustainability 417

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 4, 2022

That’s a long and complicated journey in construction project management, which is why knowing the best construction delivery method is so important. There are many different types, from design-bid-build, design-build and construction manager at risk to integrated project delivery, job order contracting and public-private partnerships.

Construction 298

Construction Risk Management Risk Closing 298

Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 21, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Adaptive project management is a vital strategy in a world where project landscapes are shifting. Adaptive project management can turn your challenges into opportunities, ensuring your projects stay on track despite volatility. What is Adaptive Project Management?

Technical Review 52

Technical Review Prince2 Lean Software Review 52

ProjectManager.com

JUNE 14, 2023

To deliver goods to market on time, manufacturing teams have to consider the supply chain, inventory management, resource planning and production planning, to name a few. Managing this juggling act requires production scheduling software that’s flexible and powerful. What Is Production Scheduling Software?

Manufacturing 257

Manufacturing Software Review 2023 Software 257

MPUG

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In the world of project management, a methodology stands out like a sore thumb, and that’s the notorious ad hoc project management. Suppose you’ve ever had the misfortune of encountering a project managed in this haphazard manner. However, we can advise on the worst approach – NOT managing projects.

Underperforming Technical Team 105

Underperforming Technical Team Lean Risk Management Manufacturing 105

WorkOtter

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Managing your portfolio is essential for any business, big or small, in 2023. There are several ways to start, including project and lean portfolio management. But what is the difference, and how can poor portfolio management negatively impact your enterprise and overall business growth?

2023 78

2023 Underperforming Technical Team Software Review Lean 78

Scrum.org

MARCH 23, 2022

Productivity is ultimately defined as how much effort is required to deliver the most value. Work would be taken to teams and hand-offs would be tightly managed. But keeping teams as lean as possible reduces the number of hand-offs, communication overhead, and complexity. . Should we strive for productivity or value?

Lean 207

Lean PMO Construction Risk Management 207

Herding Cats

MAY 10, 2019

Risk Management is essential for development and production programs. Risk issues that can be identified early in the program, which will potentially impact the program later, termed Known Unknowns and can be alleviated with good risk management. Effective Risk Management 2 nd Edition , Edmund Conrow, AIAA, 2003.

Risk Management 38

Risk Management Risk Technical Review 2002 38

Velociteach

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Assign the Project Manager Assign the project manager as early as possible- the sooner, the better. Skilled project managers possess process and domain expertise that can inform and guide the project’s direction. Without knowing the backstory, the project manager is operating at a disadvantage.

Technical Review 75

Technical Review Software Review Underperforming Technical Team Construction 75

Planio

JANUARY 29, 2024

Project management is all about efficiency. But while there are plenty of problems and project risks that can kill your team’s efficiency, one of the greatest threats to your productivity is not taking the time to create and master repeatable processes. How to create a process map using workflow management software 1.

Process 88

Process Software Review Risk Management Defining 88

Scrum.org

JANUARY 17, 2023

In the journal Amy defined psychological safety as “a shared belief held by members of a team that the team is safe for interpersonal risk taking.”. Scrum as defined in the Scrum Guide (scrumguides.org) has created clear accountabilities for success. Lean thinking reduces waste and focuses on the essentials.” 10) [link].

SCRUM 192

SCRUM 2022 Lean Risk Management 192

Inloox

OCTOBER 18, 2022

In this second part, we show to what extent the modularization of a project can provide a remedy for the problems mentioned, what is meant by positive and negative learning, and the relevance of modular project management in practice. Modular project management makes this possible.

Construction 207

Construction Software Review Transportation 2016 207

Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As we work in iterations, we probably do that several times per month, mitigating risk by closing feedback loops. The rest of the Product Backlog emerges to define “what” will fulfill the Product Goal.” ( Source.). Think of the Product Owner as a “team manager” or “coach” in that respect. . TL; DR: Value Creation in Scrum.

SCRUM 217

SCRUM Lean 2023 2022 217

Teamweek

AUGUST 27, 2020

A survey from the Harvard Business Review found that almost one-third of managers don’t trust their remote teams. Consequently, managers are scheduling more meetings and demanding greater levels of reporting. Lean Project Management can fix this. In this article, we’re going to explore: What is Lean Project Management?

Lean 52

Lean Manufacturing Software Review Risk Management 52

Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 15, 2024

Ready to transform your approach to project management and software development? Exploring Agile methodologies provides teams with flexible, efficient, and collaborative approaches to software development and project management. What are the Top 5 Agile Methodologies?

Software Review 52

Software Review Technical Review Agile SCRUM 52

ProjectManager.com

APRIL 18, 2023

Of course, it’s not a competition between the two as we’ll see when we define each term and then explain the differences between production and manufacturing. Production is defined as inputs and outputs; inputs are the resources used to make goods or services and output is the final product of those inputs. What Is Manufacturing?

Manufacturing 288

Manufacturing Software Review Retail Controlling 288

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. Managers don’t dictate task activities, but share project expectations.

Agile 114

Agile Software Review Technical Review Leadership 114

Planio

MARCH 9, 2021

Add too many new team members too quickly and you’ll burn through resources, get stuck in a never-ending cycle of onboarding, burn out your project managers , and risk injecting a ton of complication into your process. A lean product team strikes the perfect balance. Finding and hiring the right project and product managers.

Lean 78

Lean Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Software Review 78

Moira Alexander

APRIL 24, 2017

Founded by Harvard University and MIT in 2012, edX is one of the biggest MOOC (Massive Open Online Courses) platforms available and offers many project management (PM) courses. Introductory project management courses. Intermediate project management courses. Related Video.

Certification 252

Certification Technical Review Lean Software Review 252