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Healthcare PMO: BCBS Roundtable Exchanges Thought Provoking Ideas

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A healthcare PMO today must have a strong constitution. Not only are they faced with challenges unique to healthcare, PMOs are also going through the trends mentioned in our recent post, “ Conquer Your Business Transformation.” Healthcare PMOs must frequently incorporate regulatory changes into the portfolio, for example.

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Exploring Lean Manufacturing: Principles and Benefits

Wrike

Lean Manufacturing is a methodology that aims to streamline business operations and eliminate waste in order to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity. In this article, we will dive deep into the principles, benefits, and challenges of implementing Lean Manufacturing.

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Six Sigma: A Simple Guide for Project Managers

ProjectManager.com

There has been some backlash against Six Sigma over the recent years, some of which is warranted and will be discussed, but overall the process proves a valuable tool in reducing defects in product manufacturing, especially when paired with Agile thinking, lean manufacturing and capable project management tools. Lean Six Sigma.

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The 18 Most Influential People in Project Management

ProjectManager.com

Thought leaders in project management have strong social media followings, are published authors, and are working as leaders for innovative companies and enterprises in the project management industry. He writes consistently on his blog about software development and lean, Kanban and agile development principles. Brett Harned.

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3 Continuous Improvement Strategies to Boost Your Project Management Skills

Project Pulse Journal

This method has driven companies to new heights of efficiency and innovation, enriching every facet of project execution - from planning to evaluation - and boosting effectiveness and adaptability. Continuous improvement, or Kaizen, has revolutionized business practices since its inception in post-war Japan. What is Continuous Improvement?

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2022 Online and In-Person Events for Project/Resource Managers and Industry Professionals

Epicflow Blog

January 28-29 — International Conference on Software Project Management and Project Scheduling (Australia) is expected to bring together leading academic scientists and researchers to share their experience and research results, discuss recent innovations, trends, and concerns in the field of software project management and project scheduling. .

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Process Perfection: Resolving Frequent Complications in Process Flows

Wrike

Inability to grow as an organization, since innovation is slowed and opportunities to expand become limited. Continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma can be invaluable in this regard. Hiring consultants or engaging in partnerships with industry experts can provide fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.

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