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Kanban vs. Scrum: What’s the Difference?

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Kanban and scrum are agile project management methodologies that can be used for similar purposes, but each has its unique pros and cons. Kanban is from Japan, originating in the factories of the Toyota car company in the 60s as a lean manufacturing tool for workflow and inventory management. What Is Kanban? What Is Scrum?

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Six Sigma: A Simple Guide for Project Managers

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It can mean different things within various organizations or circumstances, but there is a way to broadly outline this business process improvement methodology and define its beginnings, its, rise, its use and its implementation. As noted, it’s a methodology used to improve the quality of an output in a process. What Is Six Sigma?

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Free project management certifications

Moira Alexander

Six Sigma: Define and Measure - an introduction to the Six Sigma methodology and DMAIC cycle for process improvement with a focus on the define and measure phases. Agile Software Development - goes over fundamental agile concepts to enhance your software development skills. Related Video. Advanced courses.

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The Functions of a Project Management Office

Project Pulse Journal

A well-implemented PMO can transform your project delivery process , ensuring that every project is set up for success from the start. It is a focal point for project oversight, resource management, and decision support, providing the organizational structure used to manage people, processes, and tools in project execution.

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Shifting from Projects to a Product-Centric Approach

Planview

In my last blog, “ Agile Transformation: The PMO’s New Paradigm ” we covered the significance of embracing different types of work and the role that continuous planning plays in becoming an Agile PMO—but that’s only the beginning. Part 4: The Move to Product-Centric Portfolios. Redefine Success. Adapt Your Funding Approach.

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Scaling Heights: Unlock the Benefits of Agile at Scale

Wrike

Agile methodologies have revolutionized the software development industry, enabling teams to deliver high-quality products in shorter timeframes. However, as businesses grow and projects become more complex, companies are faced with the challenge of scaling Agile practices to maintain the same level of efficiency and effectiveness.

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Transcend Traditional Planning Cycles to Become a Strategic Powerhouse

Planview

It became clear to me, and many others, that creating strategic plans in standalone tools such as PowerPoint or Excel don’t keep an organization aligned in purpose, don’t help it adapt to change, and can’t foster agility. Digital transformation strategies. Obstacles resulting from changes.