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How To Master Project Management in the Gig Economy

Project Accelerator News

There have been many developments in recent years that have transformed the way we work. These days, the workplace is more flexible and people have more autonomy in the way they choose to operate, as do many businesses. The gig economy in particular has been transformative in many industries, and those working in project management, in particular, have needed to adapt to this.

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Version Control in Project Management Software

ProjectManager.com

Projects are constantly changing. Whether you’re a developer, general contractor, manufacturer, professional services provider or IT director, keeping track of those changes is essential to managing project assets. Version control in project management is the process that manages and tracks those changes. What is version control in project management ?

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Lazy engineers leverage the Product Operating Model

Scrum.org

"We are a team providing services, why should we care about this new Product Operating Model?" Meet Yuval. Yuval is an engineer on the IT networking team. They are a shared services team responsible for the organization's networks as well as helping application teams in his organization get their applications working in production. It is 1995, PowerBuilder UI over SQL*Net accessing an Oracle Database is all the rage.

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Your Path to PMP® Exam Success: Myths, Facts, and Tips

The IIL Blog

By Jacqueline Dennis, PMP ® , PgMP ® Senior Instructor, International Institute for Learning (IIL) Abstract Many web pages and videos claim to have the secrets to passing the PMP® exam, but these can be misleading, leading to disappointment. In this article, we’ll debunk common myths, share important facts, and provide essential tips for exam preparation.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Task Management Software For Effective Team Management

NimbleWork

What happens when teams, no matter how skilled or motivated, struggle to manage their tasks effectively? The reality is, even the most talented teams can falter without the right systems in place. The importance of task management is often discussed in terms of efficiency, deadlines, and productivity. But there’s a deeper, often overlooked, dimension—how task management influences team dynamics, morale, and long-term success.

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Improve Project Outcomes: How to Define and Track Project Health?

NimbleWork

Projects have always been challenged to deliver successful outcomes. Project Managers have always struggled to balance the“triple constraints”! The complexity and uncertainty of projects keeps increasing with every passing year. Hence, the way they need to be “proactively” tracked and monitored needs to evolve! Sometimes, they may need intervention when things are not going well.

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[VLOG] 6 Similarities of Orchestra Conductor and Scrum Master

Scrum.org

Understanding the Scrum Master role is challenging for many people. One of the roles in other fields close to the Scrum Master role is Orchestra Conductor. It is a tangible example of a true leader (like Scrum Master) who is supposed to serve the team. They have 6 similarities: 1. Facilitation of Collaboration: 2. Enabling Peak Performance 3. Non-Directive Leadership 4.

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Summary and review The handbook of project portfolio management

Henny Portman

‘The handbook of project portfolio management’ edited by Dennis Lock and Reinhard Wagner offers 39 articles written by different authors and clustered in five areas: foundations of portfolio management, the practice of portfolio management, prerequisites for portfolio management, managing portfolios and developing capabilities in portfolio management.

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What Are the Secrets of a Great Product Owner?

Scrum.org

A great product owner leads with vision, validates the value delivered and encourages experimentation and risk-taking, helping the team unlock new possibilities to focus on delivering value. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter. Subscribe to AskScrum.com to be the first to receive articles like this. The heart of product excellence lies in understanding the real user's needs and experiences.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

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The 6 Best Time Tracking Software for Lawyers: Our Top 2024 Picks

Teamweek

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Scrum is Hard and Disruptive #7 - Change is Required!

Scrum.org

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How Corporate PR Shapes Stakeholder Perception and Trust?

Productivity Land

Facebook — Cambridge Analytica scandal has been one of the most high-profile cases in recent years. Back in 2010, news broke that the data of millions of users on Facebook had been used improperly by a British consulting firm, Cambridge Analytica. This matter led Facebook into a media storm that could have impacted its reputation very badly. However, a combination of public apologies, open communication, and Facebook’s commitment to strengthening its data privacy practices didn’t let them down a

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