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Top 10 Project Management Methodologies – An Overview

ProjectManager.com

It has been applied to non-software products that seek to drive forward with innovation and have a level of uncertainty, such as computers, motor vehicles, medical devices, food, clothing, music and more; and it’s also being used in other types of projects that need a more responsive and fast-paced production schedule , such as marketing.

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Escaping the Feature Factory

Scrum.org

It’s too bad that this shift undermines Agile principles and hampers long-term success and innovation. Overemphasis on Utilization : Prioritizing keeping teams busy with feature work over allowing time for creativity, exploration, and addressing technical debt also contributes to a feature factory environment.

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5 Agile Methodologies for Project Managers that are not Scrum Framework

Project Pulse Journal

Each methodology is relevant in its own right, unlocking potential, driving innovation, and ensuring that your projects meet expectations. The Kanban Board originates from Toyota's manufacturing system in the late 1940s, where it is a part of the Lean Manufacturing principles by Taiichi Ohno.

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Getting the Outcomes You Want From Technical Spikes

Leading Agile

the senior director leaned over to me and asked during the 7 team demo of the day. She had just taken over this part of the organization, and I was the technical consultant tasked making her dreams come true: working-tested product in the demo. How does this tie into our software strategy/software reference architecture?

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How To Make 2023 A Successful Year for Your Projects

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Whatever your level of commitment to this vital task, please review how you can do even better. XP, scrum, lean, etc.) Second, the use of lean and agile tools and methodologies beyond IT, software and manufacturing. Visual, lean tools that truly engage all team members are going to become essential.

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How to Calculate Manufacturing Cycle Time (Formula Included)

ProjectManager.com

Manufacturing cycle time, also referred to as throughput time, is the amount of time spent working on an item from raw materials to finished product. People may confuse cycle time with takt time and lead time, which we’ll define and differentiate a bit later, but all are key metrics in manufacturing, especially lean manufacturing.

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3 Continuous Improvement Strategies to Boost Your Project Management Skills

Project Pulse Journal

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.