Scrum.org

APRIL 1, 2024

Reflecting on my own experiences and those shared by others, it becomes clear that transitioning to an agile framework, specifically through Kanban, can seem like a daunting task for organisations entrenched in traditional project management practices. Yet, the journey towards agility need not be a leap into the unknown.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 19, 2023

Agile methods need Agile teams — teams that think differently and work in ways that support responsive delivery. An agile mindset, and a set of shared values, principles, and often Agile tools, help Agile teams succeed. So why are agile teams different to other types of ‘classic’ project team?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Do you have a release manager on the team? It wasn’t until I worked in IT as a project manager that I had a lot of contact with the release management process. In this article, I’ll explain what a release manager does and what skills you need to make a success of this role. What does a release manager do?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 11, 2022

This is a guest contribution from Monica Georgieff, Agile Coach and Trainer at AgileSherpas. What does this current year have in store for marketers running projects? We’ve got the data to show you exactly how marketers are taking this period in their stride using Agile practices. Monica Georgieff.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 25, 2024

Reflecting upon my journey with agile philosophies, it's become increasingly clear that the path to mastering agility isn't found in rigid adherence to methodologies, but rather in embracing a philosophy that prioritises continuous improvement and adaptability. Enjoy this video? and "What can we expect by this date?"

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 15, 2021

When I did my Foundation and Practitioner exams, I only used the two official PRINCE2 handbooks: Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2. and the partner book: Directing Successful Projects with PRINCE2. and the partner book: Directing Successful Projects with PRINCE2. Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

There are many things that are needed when managing a project. Front of mind are resources and intangible things like leadership, experience and general know-how. These organizational process assets are critical to a project’s success and its operations. But there are also tangible items that are just as important.

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

TL; DR: Why Velocity Is a Useless Metric from a Management Perspective Typically, the obsession with velocity doesn’t originate from the team itself. It trickles down from management. But what if this managerial focus on velocity is a fata morgana obscuring the path to true agility and value?

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LiquidPlanner

AUGUST 28, 2018

Chris could make Excel do anything, except he never used spreadsheets to manage a project. Since then I’ve come across too many project professionals, teams and organizations who stretch Microsoft Excel into a project management tool, and unsuccessfully so. Few people on the project truly understood spreadsheets.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 6, 2024

Project management has wrought much change. From plotting Gantt charts by hand to the modern day explosion of project management software solutions, everything is different – including the nature of work itself. Then all is quiet until the boss approaches her desk with yet another project. To illustrate, Roger L.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 29, 2022

What is the future of project management? Let’s look ahead and see what the next 10 years will bring for project management software, jobs, and the role itself. Does Project Management Have a Future? So will we need ‘professional’ project managers in the future? Frankly, hybrid isn’t new.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 13, 2023

Project management is a great career. But how do you know it’s for you? And how do you show prospective employers that you are keen to commit to the job and you know enough about the role of a project manager for them to take a chance on you? A certificate course helps you stand out from the crowd.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Can you believe the Agile Manifesto has been around 20 years? The Agile Manifesto has probably had the greatest impact on how projects are done – even how non- agile projects are done. The concept of iterating, developing and focusing on value are principles that even predictive projects benefit from.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 19, 2023

Read on for tips on how to earn PDUs fast. Anything internal or external that covered project management topics could count, so make sure that’s on your record. Claim for doing your day job Did you know that you can claim up to 8 PDUs in the Giving Back category simply for working in a project-related role?

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 29, 2023

Everything you need to know about project management terms is here in one list! Plus we’ve added handy links to help you dive deeper into different topics with videos, articles and even our round-up of all resources so you can put these important terms into practice with your projects.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 28, 2024

TL; DR: Agile Laws in Software Development On many occasions, working with agile teams has amplified existing organizational, technical, and cultural challenges in many organizations. You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 49,000-plus subscribers. edition ! ? That has always been a challenge.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 7, 2022

Agile principles are the foundations of agile. Agile is a project management methodology that allows development teams to set up a dynamic work management framework. This method is based on 12 guiding principles, known as agile principles. What Are the 12 Agile Principles? Agile Core Values.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 25, 2022

What Is Agile Project Management? Agile project management is an iterative approach to delivering a project through short planning cycles called sprints. Agile project management allows teams to gather customer feedback as the project progresses.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 14, 2024

We gathered 57 of the top AI in project management statistics to help understand this key development in technology. Recent advancements in tech have changed how project managers work in 2024. It covers everything from the impact of AI replacing jobs to how AI is used to support the delivery of projects.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

PRINCE2® is a project management method. It’s structured, and experience-based, created from the lived experience of thousands of project managers and successful projects. PRINCE2® stands for Projects IN a Controlled Environment (Version 2). It’s a customizable way of managing and controlling the work.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 24, 2022

There’s no denying that project management today looks different to how it did even 5 years ago. Project management trends shape our profession. Trends come and go, or they stay with us and evolve into new ways of working that stick around and become “the way we do things around here.”. Until it’s too late.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 21, 2023

Are you wondering whether you should take the IBM project management certificate or the Google project management course? They are both excellent, credible training providers, and both courses are aimed at beginner-level project managers. The Google Project Management training The Google course is fantastic.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 27, 2024

After the war, the Japanese car manufacturer Toyota looked at how supermarkets stocked only what they expected to sell at a given time. Kanban in manufacturing and production has many uses, which we detail below, as well as how it relates to lean and just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing. What Is Kanban?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

Everyone wants their projects to be “quality” but I often get asked about how to manage project quality in real life. What does it mean to “do” project quality? You probably already know that you need a quality management plan , and that management, assurance and control are the pillars of doing it right.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Microsoft predicts that every company will become a tech company. As a project manager, you will likely find yourself working on one of such projects such as implementing a new CRM system, upgrading to a cloud-based ERP, or developing a new eCommerce platform. Develop a SMART project plan 5. Key takeaways.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 7, 2023

The interface makes learning very easy as a student… you just have to make sure that you are investing time in the right courses that will help you develop professionally as a project manager. When I searched, there were over 2,300 ‘project management’ courses on the platform. That’s a lot to work through!

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 25, 2022

But can we apply the same principle to project management? Firstly, it’s helpful to understand how T-shaped individuals differ from others. How can we classify people who aren’t T-shaped? What does it mean to be a T-shaped Project Manager? I think we can. The basics of a T-Shaped Individual.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

When I run project management rooms on Clubhouse or open my DMs for questions on Facebook or LinkedIn, one of the most common questions is: What certificate should I get? The Project Management Institute membership has a lot of benefits. Opportunities for volunteering on projects to build experience.

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Dive into how leveraging custom GPTs might offer a novel path through Scrum’s common hurdles, focusing on creating actual customer value in the face of organizational and team-level challenges. ? You can sign up here for the ‘Food for Agile Thought’ newsletter and join 42,000-plus subscribers. ?

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Inloox

OCTOBER 10, 2023

How do agile and classic project management methods differ? Projects are defined by the fact that they are always unique and complex in nature. Consequently, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to handling projects. On the other hand, there are the classic project management methods.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 4, 2024

TL; DR: How to Deal with the Agile Job Crisis While the current Agile job crisis is apparent, there is also hope for practitioners willing to refine their skills, share knowledge, and network with peers. Check out also how I can support you on your journey below. ? Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 5, 2023

Imagine my delight at being selected to participate in an invitation-only event about management methods. The actual TED talk principles are refreshingly simple and make me think of those that accompany the Agile Manifesto like, ‘Simplicity – the art of maximizing the work not done – is essential.’ Believe me, I’m a model.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Did you know, one survey found that the most common reason to adopt agile is to be able to deliver products more quickly? Yet the same survey found that 75% of people did not believe their organisation had a culture that supported agile ways of working. Discovering the recipe for team agility. This matches my experience.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 2, 2024

In the realm of software development, the Agile philosophy has become synonymous with flexibility, rapid delivery, and, most importantly, value to the customer. Yet, in my journey as a professional Scrum and Kanban trainer, I've observed a pervasive obstacle that many teams struggle to overcome: the hierarchical management of backlogs.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 8, 2024

Many teams are trapped in the ghosts of Agile past, adhering rigidly to the three fundamental questions of the daily scrum: What did I do yesterday? This habitual approach leads to a stagnation in creativity and productivity, undermining the very essence of Agile. Are Your Daily Scrums Truly Driving Value? What am I doing today?

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In the world of Agile practices, where adaptability and effectiveness reign supreme, two terms often pop up: Right Sizing and Same Sizing. These seemingly similar concepts can make a significant difference in your Agile journey. Flexibility Agile teams often encounter various work items with differing levels of complexity.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 22, 2024

For project managers aspiring to become Scrum Masters, understanding the project management Team Performance domain in a different light is crucial. This domain, traditionally associated with the management of project teams, takes on a new dimension in Scrum.

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