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Exploring the differences: Projects vs operations examples

Rebel’s Guide to PM

From examples of project activities in a business versus operational activities to strategies for balancing projects and operations simultaneously — this article will help you understand the differences and consider the similarities. These are all great sources of examples of projects. Next up, examples of operations management.

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Why do projects fail? (Includes examples!)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

It’s easy to find examples of high-profile projects that fail. This was largely due to the unforeseen increase in the cost of steel. The Airbus A380 was due to take to the skies in 2006. There were investigations, reports and reviews of these projects, and many others. For example, the Millennium Dome attracted 5.5

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SWOT analysis in project management: definition, instruction & example

Inloox

How to perform a SWOT analysis Once the SWOT analysis is completed: 5 key approaches for strategy development Concrete example: SWOT analysis in a software development project Conclusion 1. How can we benefit from new technological developments? SWOT analysis in the project management context Why should I conduct a SWOT analysis?

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Organizational Process Assets: What does that even mean?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

OPAs and the PMP exam Let’s face it: I first came across the term OPA while reviewing PMP exam training material. They might be influenced by market conditions (risk appetite statements might change, for example, if the market suddenly gets a lot more competitive). Don’t get me started on Enterprise Environmental Factors either.)

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What Is a Vision Statement? 15 Vision Statement Examples to Inspire You

ProjectManager.com

A vision statement is not only used in business, as nonprofits and government offices also use them to set strategic goals. They can be returned to, reviewed and revised as necessary. Any changes should be minimal, however, because a vision statement is the guideline for a company’s strategic plan, so it must be thoroughly reviewed.

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Exploring the Benefits of an Agile Application Modernization Approach

Leading Agile

Vendors are dropping support of key technologies used by your application. Staffing for legacy technologies is increasingly expensive and difficult to find. Containerized, scalable, future-proof, nimble, compliant, secure, cost-effective, and ready for the rapidly emerging technology trends that customers want.

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Top 10 Project Management Methodologies – An Overview

ProjectManager.com

The waterfall method makes use of Gantt charts for planning and scheduling; an example is below. The term scrum was introduced in a “Harvard Business Review” article from 1986 by Hirotaka Takeuchi and Ikujiro Nonaka. Agile Methodology. Get work management software that fits with every methodology. Kanban Methodology.