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When Fred Brooks Jr. wrote The Mythical Man Month, he provided project managers with the valuable caution which later was named Brooks’ Law: “ Adding manpower to a late software project makes it later “ While there are always exceptions, this statement is generally true. MORE
Some project managers make a big fuss over risk management. And others use lots of acronyms and big words to impress people. But at the end of the day, all that really matters is getting results. For eighteen years, I worked for a property and casualty insurance company. MORE
What Is a Project Management Methodology? A project management methodology is a set of principles, tools and techniques that are used to plan, execute and manage projects. Project management methodologies help project managers lead team members and manage work, while facilitating team collaboration. MORE
The weather is the talk of the office. The heatwave is one good reason to work long hours – at least we have air conditioning which makes life bearable. The top temperatures are water-cooler subjects: is it 34 degrees outside or 33? MORE
This is a review of Twproject software used in October 2021. I have been compensated for my time in preparing this review but all views are my own. Are you looking for an all-in-one platform to manage projects, To Do lists, timesheets, costs, and documents? MORE
Many companies offer their best discounts of the year on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The ones focused on project management are no exception. It isn’t just a good day for great deals on electronics! MORE
New blog series on risk management in projects In the coming weeks, we will focus on a very relevant topic in project management: Risk management. This area of project management is very important, as projects are confronted with permanent changes and thus constantly with new risks. MORE
These common cognitive biases are rampant and can easily skew your thinking. We’re all vulnerable to being misled and not thinking as clearly as we could – even when we think we’re behaving in our best interest. MORE
What are the key skills for working on multiple projects simultaneously? What tools do you use to prioritize your work? How do you get through the day when you’re juggling All. Things? I posed these questions (and more) to our community and the insights were illuminating. MORE
With remote work here to stay, virtual leadership skills are critical for productive teams. Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels. The trend towards remote work is rising. MORE
Introduction: The risk catalog The risk catalog - also called risk inventory - can serve as a basis for a risk analysis or the FMEA method. This method also offers many advantages when used on its own. A risk catalog represents a structured compilation of potential project risk events. MORE
The concept of tailoring has been referenced in all editions of the PMBOK® Guide but the topic starting receiving more coverage in the Sixth Edition and finally was given a full section in the most recent edition. MORE
If your work-life balance is off, you have too much stress and pressure, difficulties with delegation and dealing with failures – Self-Reflection and Self-Management techniques are just what you need! . MORE
What Is Project Collaboration? Project collaboration is a method by which teams and team leaders plan, coordinate, control and monitor the project they are working on. MORE
The Project Management Institute (PMI) recently published the Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide (PMBOK®), Seventh Edition which is radically different from previous editions. MORE
Hybrid work is commonly thought of as employees who work in an office, in the field or at home. That definition has taken hold thanks to the pandemic and the sudden change in the way people work. But the hybrid work model is more than just remote or distributed teams. MORE
Almost half of retailers experienced a ransomware attack last year. This July, the Swedish grocery store chain Coop was forced to close all of its 800 stores for a day because their cash registers were inoperable due to a ransomware attack on US-based IT company Kaseya. MORE
Nearly 1 in 5 project managers have considered leaving their job: 37% of professionals have thought about quitting project management in the past year. MORE
Source: [link] While remote work has always been appealing to the professionals who have never had the opportunity to try it out, some quickly learned that it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. During the COVID-19 crisis, millions of employees worldwide had the opportunity to give remote work a try. MORE
Projects are complicated. There are a thousand things that constantly impact the project and require you to reallocate resources to stay on track. To keep to your schedule and manage costs, you need to gather and process project data throughout the five PMBOK project management groups. MORE
One of the clichés you will run across if you read enough articles or watch enough videos about agility is that we should be using the term as an adjective rather than as a noun. Here are a couple of examples of this misuse. MORE
If you’ve worked on projects for a while, you’ll know that making sure the right people are focusing on the right tasks at the right time is a perennial challenge. MORE
Outsourcing is a process that involves both gaining advantages yet also facing certain drawbacks. And it is no different when you consider outsourcing project management. MORE
If you’re working in software development, you know that the software development life cycle can often be frenetic. Product features and stakeholder requirements constantly change, and your initial product development plan might look very different as the project evolves. MORE
What’s at the top of your To Do list today? Perhaps it’s something an executive called you about last night, or a new project that landed on your desk this morning. Just stop for a minute and think: is this truly your most important, highest priority work ? MORE
Risk analysis with the FMEA method The abbreviation FMEA stands for Failure Mode and Effects Analysis. The FMEA method is therefore much more than just a risk management method. MORE
Project managers in the organizational paradigm are primarily responsible for carrying all of the processes and tasks that are included in the project development process, on their shoulders. They are the backbone of the whole shebang and without them, everything will go to waste. MORE
This free project scheduling software review covers 10 tools and all the info you need: pros and cons, pricing, features, integrations, and screenshots to help you choose something that fits your needs. MORE
A free Canva plan can only get you so far—enterprise DAM takes asset and brand management + digital marketing campaigns to the next level. The post 10 Best Enterprise Digital Asset Management Software for 2022 appeared first on The Digital Project Manager. Best Tools MORE
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 9, 2021
What Is Project Collaboration? Project collaboration is a method by which teams and team leaders plan, coordinate, control and monitor the project they are working on.
Girl's Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Nearly 1 in 5 project managers have considered leaving their job: 37% of professionals have thought about quitting project management in the past year.
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Project Risk Coach
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Some project managers make a big fuss over risk management. And others use lots of acronyms and big words to impress people. But at the end of the day, all that really matters is getting results. For eighteen years, I worked for a property and casualty insurance company.
Arras People
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
If your work-life balance is off, you have too much stress and pressure, difficulties with delegation and dealing with failures – Self-Reflection and Self-Management techniques are just what you need! .
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Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today's data-driven applications. And they won’t cut it for your end users, your development team, or your business. Learn how 5 companies used embedded analytics to achieve huge returns and greater value than anticipated.
Kiron Bondale
NOVEMBER 21, 2021
One of the clichés you will run across if you read enough articles or watch enough videos about agility is that we should be using the term as an adjective rather than as a noun. Here are a couple of examples of this misuse.
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ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
What Is a Project Management Methodology? A project management methodology is a set of principles, tools and techniques that are used to plan, execute and manage projects. Project management methodologies help project managers lead team members and manage work, while facilitating team collaboration.
Girl's Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
The weather is the talk of the office. The heatwave is one good reason to work long hours – at least we have air conditioning which makes life bearable. The top temperatures are water-cooler subjects: is it 34 degrees outside or 33?
Project Risk Coach
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
The Project Management Institute (PMI) recently published the Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide (PMBOK®), Seventh Edition which is radically different from previous editions.
Inloox
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Risk analysis with the FMEA method The abbreviation FMEA stands for Failure Mode and Effects Analysis. The FMEA method is therefore much more than just a risk management method.
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To survive in the future of work, PMOs need to evolve beyond what most basic PPM tools offer. The best project portfolio management tools enables teams to plan and execute in one place, giving PMOs the visibility they need to ensure project success.
Kiron Bondale
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
When Fred Brooks Jr. wrote The Mythical Man Month, he provided project managers with the valuable caution which later was named Brooks’ Law: “ Adding manpower to a late software project makes it later “ While there are always exceptions, this statement is generally true.
LiquidPlanner
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
If you’ve worked on projects for a while, you’ll know that making sure the right people are focusing on the right tasks at the right time is a perennial challenge.
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
If you’re working in software development, you know that the software development life cycle can often be frenetic. Product features and stakeholder requirements constantly change, and your initial product development plan might look very different as the project evolves.
Girl's Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
What are the key skills for working on multiple projects simultaneously? What tools do you use to prioritize your work? How do you get through the day when you’re juggling All. Things? I posed these questions (and more) to our community and the insights were illuminating.
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The right analytics capabilities will turn data into valuable insights for your end users. This research-based guide, derived from insights of industry professionals, will allow you to create an optimal strategy for acquiring those capabilities.
The Digital Project Manager
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
A free Canva plan can only get you so far—enterprise DAM takes asset and brand management + digital marketing campaigns to the next level. The post 10 Best Enterprise Digital Asset Management Software for 2022 appeared first on The Digital Project Manager. Best Tools
Project Bliss
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
With remote work here to stay, virtual leadership skills are critical for productive teams. Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels. The trend towards remote work is rising.
Kiron Bondale
NOVEMBER 14, 2021
The concept of tailoring has been referenced in all editions of the PMBOK® Guide but the topic starting receiving more coverage in the Sixth Edition and finally was given a full section in the most recent edition.
Inloox
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
New blog series on risk management in projects In the coming weeks, we will focus on a very relevant topic in project management: Risk management. This area of project management is very important, as projects are confronted with permanent changes and thus constantly with new risks.
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With increased channels, tools, and pressure to achieve goals, your work management platform must be able to: Manage complex projects within tight time frames, Harness data from all channels to make decisions in real time, Prove ROI to the broader business. Download the eBook today!
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 10, 2021
Hybrid work is commonly thought of as employees who work in an office, in the field or at home. That definition has taken hold thanks to the pandemic and the sudden change in the way people work. But the hybrid work model is more than just remote or distributed teams.
Girl's Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
This is a review of Twproject software used in October 2021. I have been compensated for my time in preparing this review but all views are my own. Are you looking for an all-in-one platform to manage projects, To Do lists, timesheets, costs, and documents?
The Digital Project Manager
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
This free project scheduling software review covers 10 tools and all the info you need: pros and cons, pricing, features, integrations, and screenshots to help you choose something that fits your needs.
Project Bliss
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
These common cognitive biases are rampant and can easily skew your thinking. We’re all vulnerable to being misled and not thinking as clearly as we could – even when we think we’re behaving in our best interest.
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Every year Dresner reviews the state of the BI market as it stands today. This 12th annual report breaks down customer perceptions of BI and how well each vendor performs. See for yourself how all the major BI vendors stack up.
nTask
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Outsourcing is a process that involves both gaining advantages yet also facing certain drawbacks. And it is no different when you consider outsourcing project management.
Inloox
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Introduction: The risk catalog The risk catalog - also called risk inventory - can serve as a basis for a risk analysis or the FMEA method. This method also offers many advantages when used on its own. A risk catalog represents a structured compilation of potential project risk events.
ProjectManager.com
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
Projects are complicated. There are a thousand things that constantly impact the project and require you to reallocate resources to stay on track. To keep to your schedule and manage costs, you need to gather and process project data throughout the five PMBOK project management groups.
Girl's Guide to PM
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Many companies offer their best discounts of the year on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The ones focused on project management are no exception. It isn’t just a good day for great deals on electronics!
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Self-service analytics are vital for how your users interact and engage with your application. As you explore analytics solutions for your application, see why self-service analytics can prove critical to the adoption and stickiness of your application.
LiquidPlanner
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
What’s at the top of your To Do list today? Perhaps it’s something an executive called you about last night, or a new project that landed on your desk this morning. Just stop for a minute and think: is this truly your most important, highest priority work ?
Proofhub
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
Source: [link] While remote work has always been appealing to the professionals who have never had the opportunity to try it out, some quickly learned that it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. During the COVID-19 crisis, millions of employees worldwide had the opportunity to give remote work a try.
Brad Egeland
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Almost half of retailers experienced a ransomware attack last year. This July, the Swedish grocery store chain Coop was forced to close all of its 800 stores for a day because their cash registers were inoperable due to a ransomware attack on US-based IT company Kaseya.
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