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10 Steps for Successful Project Completion (Templates Included)

ProjectManager.com

Project planning, execution, monitoring and controlling are often the focus of project management. Even project initiation gets attention, but project completion is usually mentioned as an afterthought. That’s a mistake. Every phase of a project is important. Project completion is more than delivering on time, within budget and meeting quality expectations.

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Delphi Technique in Project Management

ActiveCollab

Project managers are often required to make decisions, plan, and share their understandings with stakeholders. Sometimes, these tasks may seem impossible when they all need to reach a consensus during a meeting. However, there is a technique you could use for this problem: the Delphi Technique. This technique can help you anticipate setbacks and address them before they happen.

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Can a Project Manager be a Scrum Master?

Scrum.org

When companies dip their toe in Agile waters, they often start by simply trying out an Agile framework such as Scrum to deliver something relatively small, such as a project. And that's a great way to start. However, with this comes the question: Can a Project Manager be a Scrum Master? The answer is yes - but with caution. While the transition may require some adjustment and a shift in mindset, Project Managers possess a wealth of experience and skills that can - for many - actually be benefici

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Change Management in Transformation Projects : A Look Back at Some of the Essentials

The IIL Blog

By Olivia LE JEUNE and Jean-Roch HOULLIER Change management can be defined as all the operations carried out within an organization to enable it to adapt to change and environmental evolution. It is particularly human-centered, with cultural, behavioral, and social components for the individuals and teams affected. Here’s an insight based on our experience of change management within our projects.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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How to Estimate Your Project Schedule

Online PM Courses

Arriving at a robust project schedule is hard. But, in this video, I will break it down into a simple process with three phases and 10 steps The post How to Estimate Your Project Schedule appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.

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Interim Investing and ESG: The Evolution of Investment Strategies in Projects

Green Project Management

In recent years, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria have rapidly moved from the fringes to the forefront of global investment strategies, profoundly influencing how projects are evaluated, financed, and implemented. This seismic shift reflects a broader acknowledgment within the investment community of the significant impact that sustainable practices have on long-term profitability and risk […] The post Interim Investing and ESG: The Evolution of Investment Strategies in

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16 Agency Metrics & Data to Track For a Profitable Business

Scoro

As an agency, profitability depends greatly on accurately tracking and understanding your company’s key metrics and data. This includes not just financial metrics, but also operational, sales, and project management data. In this guide, we’ll walk you through 16 key agency metrics and data to know and track to improve your agency’s profitability.

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Mastering Time Zones: Strategies for Leading Global Teams to Success

PM Times

In today’s interconnected world, project managers often find themselves leading project teams spread across different time zones. While this presents unique challenges, it also offers exciting opportunities for collaboration and diversity. In this article, we will explore strategies to effectively manage global teams, foster communication, and promote team bonding to optimize performance, which will in […] The post Mastering Time Zones: Strategies for Leading Global Teams to Success appear

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Transform your Excellent Ideas to Achievable Actions

MindGenius

In the dynamic world of project management, the ability to generate, refine, and implement ideas effectively can mean the difference between success and failure. Project managers and teams constantly seek ways to streamline processes, foster creativity, and maximize productivity to achieve project goals efficiently. Enter MindGenius – a powerful tool designed to unleash the full […] The post Transform your Excellent Ideas to Achievable Actions first appeared on MindGenius.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

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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RAG Status in Project Management: Importance & Benefits

ProjectManager.com

Key performance indicators (KPIs) provide projects with a lot of data. But to know whether those KPIs are on target requires more than just a gut feeling. You need a way to quickly and expertly evaluate whether project goals are being met. That’s what a RAG status does. RAG status begins with understanding the acronym and how RAG status is used in project management.

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Improve Product Management to drive Business Agility

Scrum.org

Business agility is similar to the agility we observe at the team level, but it extends across the entire company. It is a Holy Grail many companies try to obtain. Companies want business agility to outperform their competitors. It will allow them to fluently and effortlessly absorb new market trends and opportunities at no additional cost. This blog describes how Business Agility can be achieved with Product Management by moving up on the Org Topologies™ map.

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Ganttic Update: Duplicating Accounts

Ganttic

As we get to the midpoint of 2024, we’ve been hard at work developing new features that make your Ganttic planning even better. Our latest update includes an easy way to duplicate your account settings. Perfect for managers in charge of multiple accounts, or those looking for a clean planner for sandbox style planning and API testing. Read on to find out about the Create New Account function in Ganttic.

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A Tale of Two Forecasts: Using Sales Forecasting Software to Bridge the Gap

Planview

A common problem in both portfolio management and sales and operational planning (S&OP) is reconciling product revenue forecasts between a company’s regional sales analysts and its corporate decision-makers. Typically, regional sales analysts focus on short-term objectives, and their forecasts must align with targets or commitments set by regional heads.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Importance of Scenario Planning and Analysis in Business

ProjectManager.com

Businesses are always straining to look around the corner and see what the future has in store for them. Being able to prepare for the changes in the market can set up a business to take advantage of these opportunities and grow larger and more profitable. This is called scenario planning. To better position a business to be prepared to respond to the unknown, learn what scenario planning is and what the different types of scenario planning are.

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Top 5 Pitfalls of New Product Owners and How to Avoid Them

Scrum.org

Stepping into the Product Owner's shoes can be both exhilarating and daunting. In any Scrum team, Product Owners are crucial in driving the product to success. However, transitioning into this pivotal position often comes with a learning curve, and mistakes are part of the journey. Recognizing them early can set the stage for success. Here are some of the most common pitfalls that new Product Owners encounter and practical advice on how to avoid them. 1.

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Service Management and The Post Office Scandal

The IIL Blog

Why Governance is Important By Sophie Hussey Picture yourself on a stage in a massive room at a conference at the ExCeL in London, about to take part in a panel discussion about The Post Office scandal and the links to service management. Adding to the image you’ve got in your head, picture rows of packed seating in front of you, with additional people standing behind and along the aisles totalling somewhere in the region of 250-300 people in the audience, as the panel discusses a topic of dee

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The Role of Infrastructure in Cloud Financial Optimization

Leading Agile

After extensive evaluation and comparison of multiple vendors’ proposals, your team selected a cloud vendor and began migrating workloads to the cloud. You expected to have a bump in costs during the transition, but now you’re in what is supposed to be the “to be” state of your cloud migration , and the benefits in your benefits case aren’t materializing.

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Navigating Chaos in Project Management

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.

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Boosting Law Firm Productivity: Top Tech Tools and Practices

Productivity Land

In the ever-evolving legal services landscape, law firms continually seek ways to enhance efficiency and streamline operations. Leveraging technology is no longer an option but is necessary to stay competitive and deliver exceptional client service. Among these technologies, specific tools have proven especially effective in boosting productivity for legal professionals.

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Scrum does not work!

Scrum.org

Scrum is often misunderstood. Many see it as a series of endless meetings with little actual progress. This couldn't be further from the truth. Scrum events, often mistaken for unproductive ceremonies, are designed to facilitate continuous inspection and adaptation. Each event serves a purpose, driving the team towards achieving the Sprint Goal and delivering value.

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How to Calculate Billable Hours the Right Way [Step-by-Step]

Teamweek

Billable hours is the time professionals spend on client work they can charge for. Tracking billable hours throughout a project ensures a client is charged correctly when it’s time to invoice and prevents under or overbilling. Honesty and transparency around billable hours can also help build client trust. In this article, you’ll learn five steps to calculate billable hours accurately: Agree on billable tasks and rates Set up the project, tasks, budgets, and billable rates Track billable and non

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An Introduction to Project Management

Alan Parker Blog

Projects can and do go horribly wrong. Before we explore how to avoid the pitfalls, here are some sobering statistics. Statistics from [link] We use tried and tested project management techniques and tools to tip the balance between success and failure in our favour (which is 'success', to be on the clear side). What is a Project? I'm sorry to have to do this, but let's quickly start at the beginning because I'm always surprised by how many people get confused about

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

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.

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The Rise of the Adaptive Project Leader: Mastering Agile Methodologies

NimbleWork

The rise and adoption of agile methodologies like Scrum , and Kanban has brought about a major shift in how projects are managed across industries. Traditional command-and-control project management approaches have given way to iterative, flexible, and collaborative ways of working. Agile projects and teams have also seen new roles such as the Scrum Master and Product Owner become established.

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Karrierepfade für Scrum Master: 4 Wege, um mit Scrum Geld zu verdienen und wirksam zu sein

Scrum.org

Was bedeutet es, als Scrum Master erfolgreich zu sein? Über diese Frage denke ich schon seit Jahren nach. Besonders intensiv war dies auf dem Höhepunkt meiner Frustration mit der Arbeit als Agile Coach. Mehrere Jahre der Reisetätigkeit hatten mich krank gemacht. Deshalb bewarb ich mich auf eine Stelle als Agile Coach in meiner Stadt. Die Gehaltsverhandlungen waren frustrierend.

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The Importance of Digital Accessibility in Virtual Interviews

Teamweek

Over a billion individuals worldwide navigate the challenges of living with disabilities , particularly when it comes to finding employment. Yet, the rise of remote work and the adoption of virtual interviews have offered unexpected opportunities. What’s so revolutionary about virtual interviews and remote work options? They bring to light the critical need for digital accessibility in both hiring and day-to-day work environments while also making it easier to ensure that online resources,

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The Project Phases

Alan Parker Blog

Introduction to the Project Lifecycle In this section, we'll get a sense of each of the main phases of a typical project. We've already summarised them, but let's refresh our memories. Typically, they are; Initiation : Defining the project and establishing its feasibility and options for delivery so that it can be rubber-stamped to start in earnest.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.