Epicflow Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Innovations, economic uncertainty, construction workforce shortages, and other factors have forced building companies to change the way they work and deliver their projects. 5; 6] Let’s review what construction technology trends will drive the industry’s development in 2024. damage or cracking on buildings). [2]

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 5, 2022

Here are some high-profile failed projects: Following an internal review, Multiplex, the Australian development company responsible for the reconstruction of the Wembley Stadium, became aware that costs for the project were escalating to the point that the company would make a loss of £750 million on the project. billion to £10.9

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International Institute for Learning

JANUARY 30, 2020

We are excited to bring you this blog post on Innovation Project Management, which is adapted from Dr. Harold Kerzner’s new book of the same title. Below, he explains why this topic is so important, the types of challenges that innovation project managers face, and much more. Get your copy today! Order on the IIL website.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

The role of the project manager has long been shifting away from someone who can tick off tasks as complete on a Gantt chart and towards a strategic leadership position for effecting change in an organization. Project managers still provide an irreplaceably human combination of leadership, integration of specialists, and ethical behaviour.

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The IIL Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

The base is Leadership, Systems Thinking, and Process Integrity. Companies innovate and develop new products. But customers validate those innovations by “voting with their wallets.” They learn from their customers and continually innovate. A primary leadership role in establishing the organization’s vision and strategy.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 26, 2024

Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the demands of integrating new technologies and leading remote teams? Digital project management is a skill requiring competency in our technology-driven workplace. By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are you struggling to manage complex projects in an increasingly fast-paced and digital environment?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

I’ve read, I’m guessing, over 150 management books in my career, and you can read my book reviews if you want to trawl through the archives. Books that cover ways of working, technical project management, leadership , power skills, soft skills for the workplace, business acumen and also strategic and business management topics count.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 20, 2024

The Scrum Master encourages the team to embrace change, not as a challenge but as an opportunity for growth and innovation. Promoting Great Facilitation: Whether it's Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Review, or Retrospective events, the Scrum Master ensures these are productive and kept within time constraints.

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Planio

MAY 8, 2023

On average, IT projects come with more complexity and risk, and can quickly fall to pieces without proper due diligence, management, and leadership. with examples of IT projects) IT project management is the process of planning, organizing, running, and managing information technology projects. How is it unique?

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 17, 2022

Project directors are responsible for the successful conclusion of the project by providing leadership, strategically managing risk, monitoring finances and making sure that each phase of the project starts and ends on schedule. It’s part of their job to be innovative and integrate those solutions to better project outcomes.

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Wrike

JANUARY 12, 2024

Today, we’re going to discuss the ins and outs of the NPD process, an effective method that can accelerate innovation, bring new ideas and designs to market, and propel you to success. If you’re ready to accelerate innovation, follow these steps: Idea generation: What is the specific market need or problem that your business aims to solve?

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The Strategic Project Manager

MARCH 11, 2024

By plotting these factors and the corresponding value offered by the company and its competitors on the canvas, businesses can gain insights into their competitive positioning and identify areas where they can innovate and differentiate themselves. known for its innovative products like the iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers. Value: High.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Their responsibilities are the same in that they plan, review plans, schedule tasks and monitor and control projects to ensure that they’re delivered on time without overspending. They should have experience, leadership skills and certifications that can help differentiate themselves. Let’s take a moment to review them.

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The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Some examples of the Value component in action include: Patented technology – Patents allow a firm to produce products with unique features or at lower costs compared to competitors, which adds significant value to offerings. Unique organizational culture – This shapes how firms operate and innovate.

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The IIL Blog

JANUARY 31, 2024

This game-changing technology not only streamlines operations but also opens doors to unprecedented creative and strategic possibilities. AI technology advances quickly AI technology is advancing at a breakneck pace. Diving into AI can feel overwhelming due to the sheer speed of its evolution. Register today.

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Scrum.org

AUGUST 3, 2023

By being too hands-on and "babying" the team, the Scrum Master risks stunting their development and preventing them from learning how to overcome obstacles effectively. Encouraging self-management and promoting a culture of collective problem-solving can lead to a more independent, motivated, and innovative team.

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Productivity Land

JULY 11, 2023

With how quickly technology progresses, most would consider research and development to be the most important function of an IT company. But a company is more than just its technological capabilities – it needs well-trained staff to maintain its products, deliver its services, and keep the company itself afloat.

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International Institute for Learning

MARCH 22, 2023

By Mike Griffiths Welcome to part two of this four-part series introducing basic leadership ideas that any project manager or Scrum master can employ. Be sure to see article one that explains leadership for project managers and outlines the five leadership components covered in the series.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

As organizations strive for efficiency, productivity, and innovation, project managers must adapt to this new reality. For instance, imagine an AI assistant that helps project managers quickly draft status updates tailored for different audiences – a highly technical one for team members and a simplified summary for executives.

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PMO Generative AI Technical Review Software Review 88

Planio

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Unfortunately, 77% of organizations say that they lack great leadership. So, it only makes sense that to keep your team together and happy (and avoid project failure ), you need to level up your leadership game. That’s where servant leadership comes in. Jump to a section: What is servant leadership? How is it unique?

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

By Eugene Bounds and Steve Ackert Recently, the buzzword artificial intelligence (AI) has been on everyone’s minds, not just in the tech world but across many industries, including project management. AI technology will automate repetitive processes, generate insightful program reports, and highlight potential problems before they arise.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 23, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are you overwhelmed by the rapid shifts in industry demands and the swift pace of technological progress? 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.

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Susanne Madsen

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Projects fail because of unclear scope and success criteria, lack of strategic alignment, lack of buy-in and engagement from senior stakeholders, lack of change management skills, underestimation, inadequate risk management and poor resourcing. I.e. projects that are large, technically complex and that have many moving parts.

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Leadership Technical Review PMI Infrastructure 103

International Institute for Learning

MARCH 15, 2023

By Mike Griffiths Welcome to part one of a four-part series introducing basic leadership ideas that any project manager or Scrum master can employ. This first article explains how leadership differs from management and outlines five core leadership attributes for managing projects. We use leadership skills to do this.

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Leadership PMI Technical Review Innovation 59

The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In most cases, the technology needed to support the requirements was also known and available. These smaller strategic projects, such as those involving creativity, R&D, and innovation, were usually assigned to functional managers who were allowed to use any tools they desired and any leadership style they were comfortable with.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In March 2023, Google launched Bard , and Baidu , the Chinese multinational technology company specializing in Internet-related services, introduced ERNIE Bot. With these chatbot applications, we can easily maintain that every technological field is destined to be invested or at least touched by AI. Risk Management.

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The IIL Blog

MAY 17, 2023

When the Department of Defense (DoD) decided to expand the need for more technical projects following World War II, pressure was placed upon the aerospace and defense community to develop expertise in project management. First, the PM was expected to possess a command of technology rather than merely an understanding of technology.

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Moira Alexander

APRIL 24, 2017

Project Risk Assessment - a self-paced course on how to conduct risk analysis of different projects using both conceptual and practical developments in modern finance. Customer-Centric Innovation teaches how to take on competition by creating successful and innovative business ideas through a thorough understanding of customer needs.

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Wrike

JULY 23, 2023

Innovation has become a key driver for success and growth. However, many businesses struggle to spark innovation and devise a creative strategy. Successful companies understand that innovation is a critical component of staying relevant and staying ahead of the competition.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 17, 2023

Risk aversion : Organizations may be risk-averse and believe tighter controls will help minimize risks and prevent project failures. Principally, there are two categories of measures: Measures at the organizational level that require the Scrum teams to join a common cause and work with middle managers and the leadership level.

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ChatGPT Technical Review 2023 SCRUM 187

The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This post reviews the Four Actions Framework, first providing a simple definition and describing what makes it different and appealing. The framework encourages companies to rethink industry boundaries and focus on innovation rather than competition, ultimately leading to the creation of new market space.

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Leading Answers

AUGUST 29, 2020

These three trends are: 1) Accelerating rates of technology adoption. All the major auto manufacturers reported far fewer sales in Q1 and Q2 due to factory shutdowns and a lack of customers. Access to power and less expensive technology also brings connectivity. The winds of change were strong before the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Technical Review Energy Infrastructure Software Review 78

Scrum.org

JUNE 7, 2021

The Problem : Parts of the leadership—particularly the middle management—pay lip service at best to the idea of becoming an agile organization. Leadership is about being the first to explore unknown territory at personal risk, thus being a role model. The Sprint Review is an excellent opportunity, for example.).

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 8, 2024

This domain facilitates strategic alignment, optimized delivery cadence, methodology customization, increased flexibility, and improved risk management. By embracing a clear, structured, and flexible framework, each phase of the project's life cycle can be optimized for efficiency, risk mitigation, and stakeholder contentment.

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The IIL Blog

AUGUST 30, 2023

But perhaps the most important responsibility was supporting the project team in risk mitigation efforts when necessary. The risks with using AI can be significant for both customers and contractors, and we can now expect more companies to staff their projects with team members who possess AI knowledge or AI credentials.

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Artificial Inteligence Software Review 2023 Technical Review 137

International Institute for Learning

MAY 24, 2023

While a hybrid approach may seem appealing due to its combination of structure and flexibility, the decision ultimately hinges on understanding the broader stakeholder needs and the organization’s ability to be responsive to multiple frameworks.

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LiquidPlanner

JANUARY 26, 2022

Insert buffer-time and account for risks that might occur. In other words, a longer inception phase with some trial-and-error, and with the view of driving down risk and uncertainty early on can be a win-win for all parties. Good teams will fill gaps that any of us in leadership positions have.

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