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What does it take to make an Agile transformation sustain?

Scrum.org

My core activity is coaching focused on Agility, i.e. influencing people to move towards (a (higher) state of) Agile. Influencing and teaching to align people on the new goal helps, but it’s not enough. What industrialisation was in the 19th century, is Information Technology since the end of the 20th century.

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The Benefits of Power Skills for IT Leaders, and How to Build Yours!

The IIL Blog

Lacking essential power skills such as emotional intelligence, empathy, communication, influence and directiveness can harm both reputation of the IT leadership team and the stability of IT departments. Connect with Lucy here: [link] Browse IIL’s Information Technology Courses here!

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How to Navigate the Project Environment Even if You’re New to Project Management

Project Pulse Journal

For example, projects such as the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan (ULSP) have shown the industry that fast-moving consumer goods companies have that “it” factor in sustainability projects. And the dynamics allowed the industry to act and improve its sustainability.

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An Introduction to Supply Chain Management (SCM)

ProjectManager.com

Like anything else, SCM didn’t show up fully formed but was influenced by other disciplines. It is made up of bits and pieces of industrial engineering, systems engineering, logistics management , operations management, procurement , information technology and marketing. Paces with Technology. Diverse Discipline.

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Pulse of the Profession 2018: Success in Disruptive Times by Managing Projects Effectively

Inloox

The 2018 edition of the Pulse highlights feedback and insights from 4,455 project management practitioners, 447 senior executives, and 800 project management office (PMO) directors from a range of industries, including government, information technology (IT), telecom, energy, manufacturing, healthcare, and construction.

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Understanding the Organizational Governance System as Project Managers

Project Pulse Journal

They transform project initiatives from isolated endeavors into integral components of the organization's broader strategic roadmap, laying the groundwork for sustained success and growth. Collaboration Enhancement Digital workplaces rely heavily on collaboration, a good communication plan, and information sharing.

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What is Strategy?

Herding Cats

If there is no fit among the activities, there is no distinctive strategy and little to sustain the strategic deployment process. 3] Strategic fit among the various systems components and the business processes they support is fundamental not only to competitive advantage but also to the sustainability of that advantage.