Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 4, 2024

What is parametric estimation? Parametric estimating is a form of project estimation that works for time, resource and cost estimates. It uses parameters (characteristics) to create estimates based on what you already know, so in that respect it’s useful for a project manager because it’s reliable. You get accurate data because they are data-based and thought-through – it’s a quantitative approach.

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 4, 2024

Acumatica has many modules for construction. However, Acumatica Construction Edition isn’t a fully functioning construction project management software. While construction general contractors can use Acumatica’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) software to manage operations, they’ll need integrations to share construction project data. Let’s look at how integrations for the Acumatica Construction Edition can give general contractors and their teams the best of both worlds.

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Scrum.org

JULY 4, 2024

The Planning Performance Domain in traditional project management provides a framework for organized and coordinated project progression. However, in transitioning to a Scrum Master role, the approach to planning undergoes a significant shift. Scrum embraces a more adaptive, iterative planning process, acknowledging the fallacy of small numbers - the idea that increased detail in long-term planning often leads to larger margins of error.

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NimbleWork

JULY 4, 2024

Too many teams in too many organizations use spreadsheets , notepads and email to plan and track the work they do. This results in lost time tracking the latest versions of work plans, documents and deliverables, lost knowledge and learning when people leave, and high cost of project governance. Using a project/ work management platform helps harness two critical organizational assets – especially for Knowledge organizations – knowledge and people.

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Speaker: Jay Allardyce

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Scrum.org

JULY 4, 2024

In the Scrum framework, the Scrum Team is the backbone of it. However, misconceptions about the accountability and dynamics of a Scrum Team can hinder its effectiveness. To maximize the potential of Scrum, it’s essential to understand what a Scrum Team truly is and what it is not. This article aims to dispel common myths and provide a clear picture of the Scrum Team’s core principles and practices.

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GanttPRO Project Management

JULY 4, 2024

A Gantt chart has become a reliable tool for Google Sheets users, enabling them to plan, organize, and manage project tasks efficiently. If you wonder how to make a Gantt […] The post How to Make a Gantt Chart in Google Sheets: Ultimate Guide With Visual Examples & Beneficial Alternative first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.

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NimbleWork

JULY 4, 2024

Even as the world has moved on to a “Project-driven Economy, where companies are spending more than 50% of their budgets on change and improvement initiatives, their teams are struggling to effectively manage their work and projects without an effective organizational work management policy, framework, and technology – using nothing more than spreadsheet , email and sticky notes.

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Celoxis

JULY 4, 2024

Compare Celoxis, Microsoft Planner, and Microsoft Project to find the best project management software. This PPM tool comparison highlights features, usability, and pricing.

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NimbleWork

JULY 4, 2024

Let’s face it – Agile has been the way the world has moved over the last two decades. However, implementing Agile can be a challenge for most organizations. Over the years, the lean/ agile methods – with contributions from different bodies of knowledge – have become increasingly difficult to implement and follow. The Pragmatic Agile capabilities from Nimble addresses this challenge.

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This text offers practical guidance for project managers navigating diverse frameworks. It covers topics like centralized reporting, standardized metrics, communication, training, risk management, and alignment reviews. By implementing these strategies, project managers can improve efficiency and achieve their project goals.

Risk Management

Scrum.org

JULY 4, 2024

Un Product Owner Profesional El Product Owner tiene la responsabilidad de maximizar la entrega de valor. Esta responsabilidad puede requerir desarrollar una variedad de competencias y habilidades como son: Liderar hacia el valor, Involucrar en la visión, y evolucionar el producto con la validación a través de un enfoque incremental y empírico. El Involucrar en la visión implica definirla y colaborar con los interesados y equipos Scrum para ponerla en uso y en práctica.

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NimbleWork

JULY 4, 2024

Knowledge work teams – marketing, HR, operations, product and IT teams around the world struggle with too much work, unclear or conflicting priority and clogged workflows due to context switching. Lean principles for Product Development and Value Stream Management have been around for a long time. However, their adoption has been somewhat restricted to software product and engineering teams.

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Scrum.org

JULY 4, 2024

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. As the 14th Annual State of Agile Report noted: “Agile adoption improves key capabilities needed to respond to current business challenges, especially those resulting from the pandemic.

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NimbleWork

JULY 4, 2024

A picture is worth a 1000 tasks/ links. In spite of excellent project management practices and tight project control, project managers and teams struggle to communicate the status of projects , seek help when needed, and ensure that all stakehlders are on the same page. The importance of visualizing your teams’ workflows and work cannot be overstated.

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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.

Construction

Epicflow Blog

JULY 4, 2024

Whether at work or in everyday life, we don’t like to appear in situations where we don’t know which way to turn because there are too many tasks, and everything is important. However, it’s common in the modern fast-paced project environment — overlapping deadlines, the same resources required for several projects, or competing stakeholder requirements, to name a few.

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Scrum.org

JULY 4, 2024

Product Managers and Product Owners often find themselves caught in the delivery drain, where their time and energy are consumed by the operational aspects of getting a product out the door. This focus on delivery not only drains their resources. But also forces them to operate on an operational level, leaving little room for the strategic and tactical thinking that drives real product innovation.

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UPQODE

JULY 4, 2024

In the digital age, where efficiency and organization drive personal and professional success, tools like Notion have become essential. Notion is a dynamic workspace application that merges note-taking, task management, databases, and calendars into a singular, streamlined platform. A significant feature that enhances Notion’s functionality is its use of widgets—integrated tools that offer dynamic information displays and functional enhancements directly within your pages.

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