Online PM Courses
DECEMBER 11, 2024
'Its not my fault!' Okay. But there are reasons why projects fail. Here are my 10 Points of Project Failure that show you where to focus. The post Why do Projects Fail? 10 Points of Project Failure appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.
The Lazy Project Manager
DECEMBER 12, 2024
[Extract From: The Lazy Winning Project Manager: Embracing Project and Personal Productivity in an AI Empowered World by Peter Taylor] Uniform In my well-known keynote of productive laziness, based on my first book, I start by declaring that we have a problem in project management. We are, or we certainly were it seemed to me all those years ago, somewhat invisible.
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Green Project Management
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Development projects are more than plans on papertheyre promises. Promises to uplift communities, safeguard ecosystems, and create pathways to prosperity. But too often, those promises falter. Roads are built but soon crumble, water systems operate but exclude local needs, and projects that should heal end up harming. Its not because we lack resources or effortits […] The post Sustainability in International Development: Why the P5 Standard is a Lifeline appeared first on The GPM Blog.
Planio
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Making decisions is tough. A recent study of over 14,000 people found that 85% of us regularly suffer from decision distress the feeling of regret, guilt, and uncertainty around the decisions we make. But the most successful companies have to make difficult choices every single day. So, surely there has to be a way to help us make well-informed, confident decisions?
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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
ProjectManager.com
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Microsoft tends to dominate the spaces it occupies. But being big and loud doesn’t mean it delivers on those big and loud promises. That is certainly the case with Microsoft PPM (project portfolio management) products. They tend to be expensive and complicated. But let’s give Microsoft project portfolio management products their due. Well review the best Microsoft PPM software and see what each can do and what it cant do.
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The IIL Blog
DECEMBER 11, 2024
By Luigi Morsa and Richard Maltzman Introduction Lets start with a basic definition: Project management tools simplify everything from project planning to collaboration, helping meeting deadlines and deliver a more refined finished project [1]. More simply and generally the use of software, as it should in any field, should make the life (of the user) easier and provides greater capability and efficiency and with a lower probability of errors.
Scrum.org
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Management of work can be approached through two useful perspectives: the flow perspective and the product perspective. These perspectives provide valuable frameworks for understanding how work can be organized and managed effectively, depending on the context. These perspectives reflect different approaches to organizing work and lead to the adoption of different management methods.
ProjectManager.com
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Legal project management software isn’t something that one thinks of when seeking the help of a lawyer or legal professional. But legal issues in software project management can be handled securely and most law firms have project management software for legal work. For those looking to purchase the best legal project management software, we review the top products to help consumers make the right choice.
Velociteach
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Meteorologists are better at predicting the weather than project managers are at delivering projects. About a third of projects are delivered on time, on budget, and with the desired scope. By contrast, a seven-day forecast is accurate about 80% of the time. So why is project success so elusive? Intentionality is lacking. Intentionality requires thoughtful […] The post Intentional Project Management appeared first on PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training - Velociteach.
Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering
The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling
Teamweek
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The most successful people in the world guard their time above all other assets. Mark Zuckerberg wears the same clothes every day to save mental energy, while IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad schedules his entire day in ten-minute blocks to ensure he never wastes a minute. But what about you? What if you could get more done in less time? What would you do with all those extra hours?
Scrum.org
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Is your Scrum Master shaping the right environment for success? According to the Scrum Guide, The Scrum Master fosters an environment where But what does that actually mean? Notice the Guide doesnt say the Scrum Master fosters the team members or stakeholdersit emphasizes the environment. The Cambridge Dictionary defines environment as the conditions that you live or work in and the way they influence how you feel or how effectively you can work.
ProjectManager.com
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Youve planned the project. Youve assembled an able team. Youve implemented. Now you can sit back and watch the process unfold. Planning is only the beginning. Things go wrong and things change. If youre not able to respond quickly and adapt, then the project becomes derailed. Managing a project isn’t an abstract concept. Its the application of careful planning and processes with an emphasis on practicality.
Wrike
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Setting up a fixed workflow for your repeatable processes is an important first step to delivering quality work. But more often than not, its just that: a first step. To power complex or critical workflows for the whole length of your project, youll also need a workflow management tool to keep them running. Team leaders often start to look for workflow management tools when: They can see holes in their existing workflows because tasks are regularly overlooked, rushed, or sent back for revisions
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
Alan Parker Blog
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Introduction Purpose of the Control This control ensures that a comprehensive set of information security policies is defined, approved, communicated, and regularly reviewed to maintain the organisation's security posture. It addresses the need for clear guidance and management commitment to safeguarding information. Context In an era of relentless cyber threats and increasing regulatory obligations, having clear, effective information security policies is essential.
Scrum.org
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Articolo originale scritto da Fabio Panzavolta su www.collectivegenius.it Scrum Master agente del cambiamento Data: 27/06/2024 Durata: 3 minuti Sommario In questo episodio esploriamo come lo Scrum Master agisce da vero agente del cambiamento organizzativo, guidando team e azienda verso una maggiore agilit. Scopriremo le strategie pratiche e gli approcci concreti che uno Scrum Master utilizza per promuovere il cambiamento e migliorare l'efficacia dell'organizzazione, come illustrato nell'omon
Henny Portman
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Organizational Project Management Theory and Implementation by Ralf Mller, Nathalie Drouin and Shankar Sankaran. The book starts with an introduction to organizational project management (OPM) followed by three parts explaining the OPM model, theories and the OPM model and applications of the OPM model. Onion model of OPM The seven layers of the onion model encompass the entire organizational scope, ranging from individual projects to their governance, structural integration within the organiza
Wrike
DECEMBER 11, 2024
When youre relying on spreadsheets to manage your projects and workflows, an Excel project management template can be useful. It does the hard work of formatting the arrangement and visuals for you. It ensures youre not missing any information that could be critical to your project. It enables you to get started right away with managing your work. In this post, I provide you with some templates for Excel that cover different aspects of your project management.
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.
WorkOtter
DECEMBER 13, 2024
WorkOtter is a force multiplier, it aids my ability to execute without consuming all my time. Ramon Kagan, Director of Operational Excellence and Institutional Applications, York University York University is Canada’s third-largest university, with approximately 53,500 students and 7,000 faculty and staff in attendance. Managing a portfolio of IT projects for a school that Ramon Kagan calls closer to a small city, means roughly 90 to 150 projects are in progress at any time.
ActiveCollab
DECEMBER 11, 2024
HAVING A GOOD PROJECT MANAGER CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR ORGANIZATION, especially if you are running a small business or a startup. So, _hiring a project manager should be a no-brainer_ then, right? _Right?_ Well, it turns out that its more of a question of _when_, not _if_. Hire _too late_, and you have chaos on your hands you cant control. Hire _too early_, and you have a resource drain that prevents you from scaling your business.
NimbleWork
DECEMBER 7, 2024
Selecting the right project management methodology is critical in steering a product development project toward success. Each methodologyScrum, Kanban, and Waterfalloffers a unique approach to organizing, managing, and executing tasks. This article explores each method in detail and provides guidance on when to use them to maximize benefits for project managers and their teams. 1.
International Institute for Learning
DECEMBER 13, 2024
The PMI-ACP Exam: A Robust Credential for the Future of Agile By Lachlan McGurk, PMP , PMI-ACP , CSM Abstract Among PMIs certifications, the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) stands out as a powerful testament to a professionals ability in agile practices. The recent update to the PMI-ACP exam reinforces PMIs commitment to aligning the certification with emerging trends, tools, and methodologies that define modern agile practices.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Celoxis
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Buyer Guide to Project Management Software in 2025: Explore AI-powered tools, top features, trends, and tips to choose the best PPM for your business.
Wrike
DECEMBER 12, 2024
A search for free workflow software throws up everything from apps for making workflow diagrams to project management platforms with free trials. This gives you an overwhelming number of different ways to start building a digital workflow without paying upfront. But its not always clear which software is truly free and which will only give you the functionality you need if you commit to a monthly or annual plan.
The IIL Blog
DECEMBER 11, 2024
By The PMO Squad We continue our blog series recapping key takeaways from International Project Management Day in this Part 2 blog focusing on transforming project delivery with a new approach. As part of International Project Management (IPM) Day 2024, Joe Pusz, PMO Joe, delivered an engaging presentation titled Treating the Source of Poor Project Delivery.
Musings on Project Management
DECEMBER 9, 2024
A balloonist was lost. He descended to just 30' above the ground where he spotted a lady below"Can you tell me where I am?" he called out.She responded: "Your altitude is 30' above ground; your latitude is 28.538 north; your longitude is 81.378 west" The balloonist said: "You must be an engineer!"She responded: "Yes, how did you know?
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.
Celoxis
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Ensure project management success with expert process consultants. Align strategies, optimize workflows, and boost PPM tool adoption for higher ROI.
Online PM Courses
DECEMBER 8, 2024
We need to adapt our organizations and project-working to adapt to AI and harness its capabilities. This must include robust AI Governance. The post AI Governance Essentials: A Comprehensive Guide for Enterprises and AI Projects appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.
WorkOtter
DECEMBER 13, 2024
York University is Canada's third-largest university, with approximately 53,500 students and 7,000 faculty and staff in attendance.
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