The Lazy Project Manager

NOVEMBER 18, 2017

Owned by Director & CEO Alex Marson, the organisation works with large FTSE 250 clients including some of the biggest companies in the world in the Asset Management, Professional Services, Software, Automotive, Finance and Pharmaceutical industry.

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Underperforming Technical Team 2014 Executing Leadership 186

The IIL Blog

JANUARY 31, 2024

This process is for the world we are in now. Molly asked the team to consider what they might do differently in their day-to-day work – whether process changes, behavior changes, or some other type of change – that could make a positive difference for the climate. These tenets can be used by anyone regardless of title, status, or role.

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Technical Review Software Review Sustainability 2024 78

The Lazy Project Manager

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

And then select or identify the Cost/Impact ratio and the growth Value Add ratio – these really should be part of your business case approval process by the way. But again, it is a rough estimate that is needed for this exercise. We expect more from our project managers – we expect them to inspire, lead teams and be more confident.

2014 186

2014 Finance Leadership Estimate 186

ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

A product manager can’t get bogged down in only process. Banking and finance is another traditional industry with ample room for supporting new product managers. This isn’t a soft skill, but one that shows you’ve worked with data and can crunch the numbers. UX Experience. economy by 2025, so it’s a growing and well-funded industry.

Healthcare 285

Healthcare 2025 Certification 2018 285

Scrum.org

JANUARY 17, 2023

It's important to remember that the role of the Scrum Master is to help the team to be self-organizing and self-managing, so it's important to involve the team in the process of resolving the conflict and finding solutions to the underlying issues.

ChatGPT 185

ChatGPT Underperforming Technical Team SCRUM Technical Review 185

The Lazy Project Manager

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Owned by Director & CEO Alex Marson, the organisation works with large FTSE 250 clients including some of the biggest companies in the world in the Asset Management, Professional Services, Software, Automotive, Finance and Pharmaceutical industry. Now we come to the ‘so what’ part. ‘So So what do we do with this change investment?’.

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2014 Executing Leadership Finance 199

Teamweek

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Finances are the heart of every business (and staff, of course). As the financial backbone of the organization, the finance professional in this position plays a critical role in the success of a business. Training and development This may include on-the-job learning, attending workshops and conferences, and completing coursework.

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Controlling Finance Risk Management Healthcare 52

The Lazy Project Manager

JUNE 7, 2017

In terms of a ratio that typically might be at around 4:1 (apply your own business factor here you should be able to find relevant figures in your business case approval process). There would be no point in investing £1 to gain £1, there must be a return on investment. Therefore, investing £1 would gain a return in investment of £4.

Finance 186

Finance 2014 Leadership Executing 186

Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Top-management is actively involved in the process, decisions are being made according to evidence. Being involved in the Agile transformation process means that executives not only support but they make important decisions as a result of the inspection of the current situation. Clear goals make the process understood and transparent.

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The Lazy Project Manager

AUGUST 1, 2017

Owned by Director & CEO Alex Marson, the organisation works with large FTSE 250 clients including some of the biggest companies in the world in the Asset Management, Professional Services, Software, Automotive, Finance and Pharmaceutical industry.

PMO 186

PMO 2014 Lean Leadership 186

The Lazy Project Manager

NOVEMBER 24, 2017

Owned by Director & CEO Alex Marson, the organisation works with large FTSE 250 clients including some of the biggest companies in the world in the Asset Management, Professional Services, Software, Automotive, Finance and Pharmaceutical industry.

2014 186

2014 Leadership Finance Initiating 186

Scrum.org

JUNE 22, 2019

HR, Finance, Sales and Management should be focused on making the life of developers as convenient as possible. They take care of their own “HR Process” by given each other feedback, provide tips for personal growth opportunities. Attending training and workshops is strongly encouraged. Not the other way around.

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Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Software Review Development Team Review 158

The Lazy Project Manager

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Your portfolio reporting process and solution needs to be a good ‘fit’ for the purpose you wish to put it to, practical, usable, understandable, with the right data in it. The trouble is you need to distinguish the shampoo bottle first to then use it and for it to truly become ‘fit for purpose’.

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2014 Leadership Software Review Finance 186

Agilemania

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

46% of the organizations reported inconsistencies in practices and processes as their main challenge with agile transformation. It is a workshop with hands-on learning activities. SAFe isn’t just about delivery or writing code but more about the people and process. While 42% stated that they lack experience and skills.

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Certification Agile Software Review Lean 98

The Lazy Project Manager

JUNE 22, 2017

They experience the company as broadly as possible with experiences in finance and in sales and in marketing and in manufacturing and even sometimes in services perhaps. We all watch in awe and wonder at the skill and ability in acquiring new skills and mastering new responsibilities and generally doing a whole better than us.

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PMO 2014 Finance Leadership 130

Planview

AUGUST 30, 2018

See if this sounds familiar: your organization’s strategic plan is constructed at the executive level, broken down into an annual plan that is led by finance, then operationalized by the PMO and other groups in the organization. You can instead start with your demand management processes. Understand your organization’s process.

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Planning Agile Finance Cadence 60

Planio

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Contrary to what most product teams have heard, annual planning isn’t just reserved for senior executives and finance teams. Instead, it’s a core part of the project and product management process. Annual planning is the process of developing a plan — complete with goals, objectives, and milestones — for the year ahead.

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Planning Development Team Review Risk Management Software Review 88

Wrike

JULY 29, 2023

Training and development strategies can take various forms, including mentorship programs, leadership training workshops, and executive coaching. This includes regular updates to employees, shareholders, and other key stakeholders, for transparency and building trust in the process.

Planning 36

Planning Technical Review Leadership Innovation 36

The Lazy Project Manager

JULY 3, 2017

Capacity for knowledge and the ability to acquire it – projects also require a continuous learning process to understand the change that is being delivered, the lessons that are there to be learned. The combined knowledge of the core and extended project team offer the best platform for project success.

Technical Review 186

Technical Review 2014 Executing Leadership 186

The Lazy Project Manager

JANUARY 7, 2020

I’m heading to Switzerland on 26th and 27th February for a series of presentations/workshops – details to follow – but if you are interested in an in-house session for your company around those dates then just let me know. See [link] for my offerings – let’s talk today.

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Aerospace Project Life Cycle PMO Finance 42

Wrike

AUGUST 23, 2022

Whether you’re planning an online webinar, a large in-person corporate tradeshow, or an internal employee workshop, the rules around planning an event have changed. Every event starts with a plan, whether an online training session, executive workshop, sales webinar, offline charity gala, or destination wedding.

Planning 36

Planning Logistics Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team 36

Wrike

JULY 24, 2023

Identifying Areas for Improvement in HR Practices Recruitment and selection process: HR professionals must ensure that they are attracting and selecting the right candidates who align with the organization’s values and culture. It is also suggested to include employees in the decision-making process so that they feel valued.

Artificial Inteligence 36

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Innovation Initiating 36

Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 29, 2017

The model most often adopted is for a legal project manager to become embedded within a legal team doing particular kinds of legal work such as banking and finance, mergers & acquisitions, commercial property or certain types of complex commercial litigation such as construction disputes. To do this successfully, flexibility is key.

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2017 Prince2 Construction Consulting 150

Wrike

AUGUST 25, 2023

Understanding the Importance of Project Coordination Project coordination is the process of ensuring that all elements of a project are working together harmoniously to achieve the desired outcomes. They should be proficient at using project management tools and software to streamline processes and maintain accurate documentation.

Software Review 36

Software Review Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Monitoring 36

Wrike

AUGUST 25, 2023

Initially, it focused on automating manual processes and digitizing paper-based records. Its presence in various domains such as healthcare, finance, retail, and transportation suggest that digital transformation has the potential to transform businesses in a myriad of industries.

Artificial Inteligence 36

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Healthcare Retail 36

Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Here are some steps businesses can take to incorporate data-driven decisions into their operations: Identify key decision points: Determine the areas in your business where data-driven decision making can have the most significant impact, such as marketing, operations, or finance.

Artificial Inteligence 36

Artificial Inteligence Underperforming Technical Team Infrastructure Technical Review 36

Wrike

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Integration and testing: Continuous integration and testing are crucial to identify and resolve any integration issues early in the development process. To overcome this, communicate the benefits of Safe Scrum and involve team members in the decision-making process.

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SCRUM Cadence Development Team Review Software Review 36

Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Contractors: Coordinate and manage the construction process, so that the project is completed on time, within budget, and according to the specifications provided by the architects and engineers. Cost savings: The streamlined manufacturing process and reduced construction time result in lower labor costs.

Construction 36

Construction Technical Review Infrastructure Sustainability 36

Wrike

JULY 23, 2023

Understanding Risk Mitigation Risk mitigation refers to the process of identifying potential risks and implementing measures to reduce their impact or likelihood of occurrence. These programs can include case studies, simulations, and interactive workshops to help employees understand the potential consequences of not addressing risks.

Artificial Inteligence 36

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Risk Underperforming Technical Team 36

Teamweek

DECEMBER 12, 2023

While we don’t have a crystal ball or any fairy dust to help you magically implement workforce planning, we do have this guide, which introduces the ins and outs of the process and offers a step-by-step breakdown of operational workforce planning. However, its business plan recommends integrating AI finance tools to remain competitive.

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Planning Underperforming Technical Team Retail 2023 52

Techno-PM

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Requirements Breakdown Structure In the process of starting a project, you might need to spend some time defining what the project really is about and what stakeholder’s needs it is going to address, that is, gather the project requirements. The website must enable users to buy in the shop online”, while the Finance team might require “SR1.2

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Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Web Development Finance 52

Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

JULY 4, 2019

In recent years, portfolio management has evolved from an administrative process, in which projects are selected and prioritised, to one of the key ways in which organisations can focus on strategy implementation. Effective Portfolio Management. This fatal decision was due to poor portfolio management.

Technical Review 72

Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team Telecoms Executing 72

Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 8, 2016

Action if the answer is No: Ask the project sponsor to hold a workshop on defining this and providing ultimate clarity for everyone. Action if the answer is No: Back to the PMO or your Finance team. If your work so far has uncovered things that concern you, then consider investing some time in a formal healthcheck process.

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PMO Governance Government 2007 150

Scrum.org

MARCH 4, 2024

Document the process and outcomes to share with others. Participate in advanced workshops or training sessions : Identify workshops that offer interactive, real-world problem-solving scenarios. Contribute to open-source projects : Find projects looking for practitioners to help guide their development process.

Agile 164

Agile Generative AI SCRUM 2024 164

Velociteach

MAY 11, 2023

Dr. Teresa Lawrence talks about understanding cognitive diversity, managing our thinking preferences to the stages of the creative problem-solving process, and how our preferences influence project team interactions. Since 2017 over 80,000 people have participated in her trainings, workshops, keynote facilitated sessions.

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Energy Innovation 2017 Influencer 65

Herding Cats

APRIL 8, 2017

Much of the conversation in social media around agile techniques seems to be based on the differences between the variety of choices of a method, a process, or a practice and definitions of terms for those choices. There seems little in the way of shared principles, when in fact, there is a great deal of sharing of principles.

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Web Development Software Engineering Engineering 2010 37

International Institute for Learning

AUGUST 2, 2022

I often run project management training sessions and workshops for people who manage projects. Fewer and fewer people have roles that are restricted to doing the same activity day after day – be it selling, processing, building, organizing, or marketing. Take finance as an example. By Susanne Madsen.

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Underperforming Technical Team Leadership Finance Executing 106