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8 Best Project Management Software for Architects

ProjectManager.com

Architects are one of the large group of professionals who are part of the construction project management process. Like the general contractor, engineer or field crew, their work is made more efficient by the use of project management software. But is there project management software for architects? Yes, there are many, which makes it hard to choose.

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Common Issues Facing New Scrum Teams (and How to Overcome Them)

Scrum.org

When teams first start adopting Scrum, it seems like they often encounter similar challenges. In this article, I will address some of the common commons facing new Scrum teams and how to overcome them. Understanding the Basics of Scrum Well, this one is a bit obvious, but when teams first adopt Scrum, they really don’t know how to work together within the Scrum framework.

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The Power of Critical Chain Project Management: A Modern Approach to Project Delivery

MPUG

For project managers seeking to optimize their schedules and deliver projects more reliably, Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) offers a powerful alternative to traditional methods. This methodology, developed by Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt, challenges conventional wisdom about project scheduling and provides a systematic approach to managing uncertainty and resources.

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Hot Topics at IIL’s 20th Anniversary International Project Management Day Online Conference

The IIL Blog

By Lori Milhaven November 6, 2024 Where it started: Inspired by Frank P. Saladis, a prominent project management expert, in 2004 International Project Management Day was created to honor the valuable contributions of project managers worldwide. This initiative was then brought to the global stage by IIL, influenced by Dr. Harold Kerzner’s insights.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Case Study: Peab Grundläggning – Simplifying Scheduling in Construction

Ganttic

You’d be hard pressed to walk past a work site in Gothenburg and not see the name Peab. As a construction leader across Sweden and the Nordics, it’s not surprising that so many new development projects bear the company’s logo. In fact, when some of the Ganttic team paid the Peab Grundläggning office a visit this past October, we were greeted with their signs as soon as we stepped off the train.

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Professional services automation software: Features and examples

Wrike

Organizations typically turn to professional services automation (PSA) software when they need support with administrative processes such as resource or project management, time tracking, and financial planning. Naturally, one of the key elements of this software is automation. The best PSA software should literally take some of the work of professional services out of your hands by automating manual tasks and workflows that are performed repeatedly.

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What is a Good Estimate?

The IIL Blog

By Ko Ito November 6, 2024 In this article, I would like to consider what a good estimate is using the following three scenarios as examples. A task that could previously have been done in 3 days is estimated to take 5 days, and is completed in 5 days. Two members of the team estimated 8 and 12 days, respectively, but scheduled the task to take 10 days.

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Episode 212 – Torchbearer to Team Builder: Elevate Your Project Planning Original Air Date

Clint Padgett – Project Success

Episode Information: In this episode, we explore the intricacies of project planning with Clint Padgett, a seasoned expert in team dynamics and project planning. We also focus on the crucial difference between conversation and communication, highlighting how authentic dialogue fosters trust and accountability among team members. Original Air Date: Nov 4, 2024 Torchbearer to Team Builder: Elevate Your Project Planning Original Air Date The post Episode 212 – Torchbearer to Team Builder: Elevate Y

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Project Resource Management 101

Online PM Courses

In this video, we survey Project Resource Management: project resources, the resource planning process, and applying it to human resources. The post Project Resource Management 101 appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Stop Focusing on Utilization. Start Focusing on Flow

Scrum.org

Does it make sense to aim for 100% utilization across the organization? Is that efficient? Whether it’s an ad agency, a factory, a product development organization, or any organization – it has a constraint. The constraint/bottleneck should be optimized, but other areas of the process shouldn’t aim for 100% utilization since that would create waste and overload.

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Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) Online Course

Management Yogi

I’m excited and delighted to announce the availability of the Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) Online Course for Scaled Agile practitioners and Management professionals:CERTIFIED IN PRACTICAL SCALED AGILE (CIPSA) It’s a complete video course on Scaled Agile Management. It covers both theory (30%) and practical (70%).

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Webinar Recap: Navigating Accounting for New and Growing Property Managers

Lodgify

Growing your portfolio, and worried about how this will impact your accounting? This Lodgify webinar is for you. On November 5, 2024, Lodgify joined forces with Corey Reid from Clearing and property management business owner Chris Luebbers to discuss accounting best practices for new and growing property managers. We explored the new complexities that come with handling other people’s assets, recommended strategies for smoothly managing this transition, and much more.

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8 Most Common Causes of Project Delays & How to Manage Them

ActiveCollab

“I’ve _never_ had a project delayed”, said no project manager _ever_. Why? Because that, right there, is _mission impossible,_ and every project manager knows it. _Delays_ are your non–negotiables in project management. They will test your _patience_. They’ll test your_ leadership skills_. They’ll push you to do extra work after the project’s over. All, so you can get to the bottom of the problem: WHAT CAUSED THE PROJECT DELAY?

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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3 unterschätzte Fehler bei Sprint-Reviews: Sie passieren, bevor es überhaupt losgeht, und kosten dich wertvolles Feedback

Scrum.org

Ich muss zugeben, der erste Fehler klingt etwas dramatisch. Fehler #1: Die falschen Stakeholder werden eingeladen Aber wenn du wüsstest, wie viele Sprint-Reviews ich schon besucht habe, bei denen die einzigen Gäste die Entwickler aus dem benachbarten Team waren, dann könntest du nachvollziehen, warum ich es so drastisch formuliere. Wenn die Entwickler aus dem benachbarten Team die falschen Stakeholder sind, wer sind dann die richtigen?

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