Musings on Project Management
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Well, talk about cratering a schedule and resource plan!Layoffs in the middle of a project will do it for you.But wait!There may be a silver lining here:Communication complexity in and among project participants decreases as the square of participants. That could be a winnerYou may be able to select the departees.
Green Project Management
JANUARY 3, 2025
At the beginning of 2024, I spoke about the need to embrace bold changes for a sustainable future. It was clear to me then, and its even clearer now, that sustainability is no longer just a goalits an expectation. Organizations and industries alike have begun to weave sustainable practices into their operations, treating them not […] The post Regeneration, Not Just Sustainability, Must Define Our Future appeared first on The GPM Blog.
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ProjectManager.com
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Whether its a contractor, supplier or vendor, the work they get depends on a bid proposal, also called a tender proposal. The better they can write a construction bid proposal, the more likely they are to get the job. This document also help ensure that the job will be a good fit for what they offer in terms of a service or product. Learn how to write an impactful bid document by first understanding what the term means and when one is expected.
International Institute for Learning
JANUARY 3, 2025
The Intersection of Volunteering, Project Management, and Change Management in Sports Events By Felix Ludosan Abstract This white paper explores the synergy between volunteering, project management, and change management in the context of high-profile sports events. Through a detailed analysis of three distinct experiences – serving as a team delegate during the Basketball European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2022, accompanying special guests at the Special Olympics World Games 2023, a
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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Scrum.org
JANUARY 2, 2025
As the new year begins, its the perfect time to reflect on how we can improve as Agile practitioners. This isnt about sweeping overhauls or lofty ambitionsits about making small, focused improvements that bring big results over time. Below, youll find a list of Agile New Years resolutions to inspire your team. Heres how to use them: Pick One Resolution: At your next retrospective, review these ideas together and identify one resolution that resonates most with your team.
Project Management Update brings together the best content for project management professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
ProjectManager.com
JANUARY 1, 2025
Some might call a project manager or anyone in an executive position at a company or organization a decision-maker. Its an umbrella term that encompasses most if not all of what theyre responsible for. One of the many tools that help them make the right decision is a decision tree analysis. What is a decision tree analysis? Well explain the term and how it works and go into the components that make up a decision tree.
UPQODE
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Popups are a powerful tool for capturing leads, promoting offers, and engaging website visitors. While Popup Builder is a popular choice for creating popups in WordPress, you might be searching for alternatives that better suit your specific needs. This article explores some of the best popup builder alternatives available, helping you find the right solution to enhance your lead generation efforts.
Scrum.org
JANUARY 2, 2025
In the Scrum Guide, the term backlog appears in two key Scrum artifacts: the Product Backlog and the Sprint Backlog. But what does backlog really mean? From Cambridge Dictionary: Backlog: a large number of things you have to do or deal with that has increased over a period of time. This definition raises some interesting questions about how the term backlog is applied in Scrum.
Scoro
JANUARY 1, 2025
Many agencies rely on Teamwork to manage their projects and operations. But it might not be the best choice for everyone. And some users have reported limitations that might make you consider an alternative to Teamwork. Such as: A steep learning curve : Some users find Teamwork’s extensive features overwhelming. This can slow down adoption, especially for new team members.
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
ProjectManager.com
JANUARY 2, 2025
In professional service, service design is a means to ensure that whatever service is being delivered to their clients is the best it can be. This involves both efficiency on the part of the professional services provider and enhancing the client experience for its customers. This requires first understanding what service design is and how the process works.
Project Cubicle
DECEMBER 29, 2024
The industrial sector is constantly evolving, and with it comes the need for cutting-edge engineering solutions to meet the demands of modern workplaces. Whether its about enhancing efficiency, improving safety standards, or reducing environmental impact, innovative engineering can revolutionize how industries operate. One key player in this transformative journey is Bendtech Group , a leader in providing engineering solutions tailored to the needs of industrial workspaces.
Scrum.org
JANUARY 2, 2025
Agile is the ability to respond to change while controlling risk. It is a way of dealing with and succeeding in an uncertain and changing environment. It is about understanding what is happening in your environment and adapting as you proceed. Agile has emerged as a huge global movement. It enables organisations to succeed in an increasingly volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world.
Project Management Essentials
JANUARY 3, 2025
Earned Work Management is a new, lightweight, approach-agnostic project performance measurement system.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
NimbleWork
DECEMBER 29, 2024
Corporate goal alignment is the process of ensuring that every individual, team, and department within an organization works cohesively toward shared objectives. This alignment bridges the gap between strategy and execution, fostering synergy and driving overall efficiency. However, achieving goal alignment is easier said than done. Organizations often grapple with challenges such as siloed departments, conflicting priorities, and a lack of clarity in communication.
Management Yogi
DECEMBER 29, 2024
This is in continuation of the earlier series of questions for Management Yogi's Primavera P6 Pro Live Lessons video course. I'll definitely suggest that you take both the question parts together, while you attempt the questions.
Scrum.org
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Outcomes Are the ResultCapabilities Are the Key by Cesario Ramos. It seems that at Toyota they say, Improve for improvements sake. The many books on Toyota TPS tell us they dont focus on quick fixes or chasing short-term goals. Instead, they build systems and processes that get better every day, no matter what. But in my experiencethis does not happen that often in most organizations Too many companies set arbitrary targets, chase the numbers, and celebrate short-term wins.
Sitetracker
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Sitetracker's Director of Product Marketing, Emily Obenauer, discusses the vital role of utilities in the transition to clean energy, the challenges they face, and how digital tools can help streamline their operations. The post From Innovation to Execution: Utilities Leading the Energy Revolution appeared first on Sitetracker.
Speaker: Erroll Amacker
Automation is transforming finance but without strong financial oversight it can introduce more risk than reward. From missed discrepancies to strained vendor relationships, accounts payable automation needs a human touch to deliver lasting value. This session is your playbook to get automation right. We’ll explore how to balance speed with control, boost decision-making through human-machine collaboration, and unlock ROI with fewer errors, stronger fraud prevention, and smoother operations.
NimbleWork
JANUARY 2, 2025
Agile is more than a methodologyits a mindset that has revolutionized how organizations deliver value, adapt to change, and foster collaboration. From Software development to enterprise-level transformations, Agile has become the cornerstone of modern work, empowering teams to be flexible, iterative, and customer-focused. At its heart, Agile thrives on continuous learning, shared knowledge, and the passionate contributions of its practitioners and thought leaders.
UPQODE
JANUARY 2, 2025
Building a website has never been easier, thanks to the abundance of platforms available today. WordPress, a popular choice for many, has long dominated the website-building space. However, not every platform is the perfect fit for every user. Whether you’re looking for a more intuitive drag-and-drop interface, specific e-commerce capabilities, or unique features tailored to your needs, exploring WordPress alternatives can open up exciting possibilities.
Scrum.org
JANUARY 1, 2025
Struggling with Scrum in a non-supportive environment? You're not alone! In this vlog, join hosts Andreanna Marshall and Grand Scrum Master Scott as they dive into practical strategies for implementing Scrum principles seemingly solo. Discover how to navigate resistance and transform your workplace from the ground up! What's Inside: * Real-life insights on using Scrum elements like retrospectives and empiricism in challenging settings. * Expert advice on small, impactful changes that showcase
Lodgify
DECEMBER 30, 2024
All you wanted for Christmas this year wasLodgify product updates, right? Well, whether or not product updates were on your wish list this year, you’ll be getting them aplenty: We’ve been hard at work all December on new features and enhancements to help you end the yearand start the new onewith a bang. So, what exactly will you be unwrapping?
Speaker: Dylan Secrest
Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
Management Yogi
JANUARY 1, 2025
The PMBOK Guide, 8th edition is currently available on the Project Management Institutes (PMI) website. Its a draft edition. There has been a complete overhaul when you compare the PMBOK Guide 8th edition with the 7th edition or with the 6th edition. Nevertheless, commonalities remain. One fresh introduction has been with respect to Artificial Intelligence (AI).
ActiveCollab
JANUARY 3, 2025
Hello, everyone! Welcome to ActiveCollabs latest updates! In November [[link] we released ActiveCollab 8, and added features to Calendar, Task Reports, and Invoices. This month, we made several more changes to Calendar and Task Reports, as well as to People Archive. Lets see what these enhancements are and how they can help you work even more efficiently.
Scrum.org
JANUARY 3, 2025
I have designed a quick free tour of Scrum giving you a quality overview and a solid foundational understanding of Scrum through three insightful videosbasic, intermediate, and advanced. The first video is Scrum Quickstart giving you a different fresh basic understanding of Scrum. Let's explain it: Around 10 years ago, I was part of a team developing software for the oil and gas sector.
Lodgify
DECEMBER 30, 2024
For every property owner or real estate agent operating in the vacation rental industry, there is a long list of things to take into consideration when accepting a new guest. One of the most important things, after confirming the booking and signing the vacation rental agreement , is to provide the guest with a detailed invoice that specifies all the different costs and expenses.
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Scrum.org
JANUARY 1, 2025
The first one is an animated view of the Scrum framework. Enjoy it! Animated view of the Scrum framework And the second gift: A Free Tour of Scrum This quick tour gives you a quality overview and a solid foundational understanding of Scrum through three insightful videosbasic, intermediate, and advanced. The first video is Scrum Quickstart giving you a different fresh basic understanding of Scrum.
Scrum.org
JANUARY 1, 2025
The first one is a visual view of the Scrum flow. Enjoy it! Visual Scrum Flow And the second gift: A Free Tour of Scrum This quick tour gives you a quality overview and a solid foundational understanding of Scrum through three insightful videosbasic, intermediate, and advanced. Enjoy the tour!
Scrum.org
JANUARY 1, 2025
Scrum Free Tour I have designed a quick free tour of Scrum giving you a quality overview and a solid foundational understanding of Scrum through three insightful videosbasic, intermediate, and advanced. The first video is Scrum Quickstart giving you a different fresh basic understanding of Scrum. Let's explain it: Around 10 years ago, I was part of a team developing software for the oil and gas sector.
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