The IIL Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

As organizations strive for efficiency, productivity, and innovation, project managers must adapt to this new reality. Consider a software development project where an AI tool reads and analyzes code repositories and development timelines. The Project Management Office (PMO) is no exception.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 26, 2024

By mastering digital project management, you position yourself at the forefront of innovation and project excellence, ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. This approach leverages technology and online tools to manage aspects of a project - from initiation through planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 28, 2018

A staff with Six Sigma expertise is also usually hired to monitor the process. Control: In order to make sure that these improvements are sustainable, monitor them by creating a control plan. It also doesn’t fit well with work that is oriented towards finding innovative new methods and processes. Six Sigma and Agile.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Instead, you would probably get more use out of investing your reading time in User Stories Applied: For Agile Software Development (Mike Cohn). I would suggest it’s User Stories Applied: For Agile Software Development by Mike Cohn. Agile Project Management: Creating Innovative Products by Jim Highsmith.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 15, 2024

Each methodology is relevant in its own right, unlocking potential, driving innovation, and ensuring that your projects meet expectations. Ready to transform your approach to project management and software development? Columns include "Reported," "Confirmed," "In Development," "Testing," and "Deployed."

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Moira Alexander

APRIL 24, 2017

Agile Software Development - goes over fundamental agile concepts to enhance your software development skills. Customer-Centric Innovation teaches how to take on competition by creating successful and innovative business ideas through a thorough understanding of customer needs. Related Video.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 20, 2020

One of the largest series of conferences for project managers in North America, the Project Summit has industry innovators who help professionals be more productive, and learn best practices, skills and strategies to succeed. A software development conference with workshops on the theme of Our Digital Tomorrow. GOTO Chicago.

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Scrum.org

MAY 14, 2020

In an effort to curb productivity leakage, some managers are turning to software to monitor their people. The NY Times ran a piece which suggested that demand for online monitoring tools have surged. So online tooling doesn’t guarantee productivity, let alone innovation or creativity. Management Innovation.

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Planio

MAY 8, 2023

Monitoring and controlling 5. However, as IT projects often require a deeper understanding of technology, many IT PMs have a background in software development or IT support. ⚔️ Same situation: They’ll lead experts such as Software Developers, Business Analysts, Product Owners, or Infrastructure Managers.

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The IIL Blog

MAY 17, 2023

Public Sector Project Manager Selection In most government agencies, PMs were seen more so as project monitors rather than project managers. The assignment as a government project monitor was seen as an add-on to one’s normal job. Most of the projects involved innovation, R&D, and creativity.

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Agilemania

AUGUST 24, 2022

DevOps is an approach that helps teams to build, test, and release software faster and more reliably by incorporating agile principles and practices. DevOps is a set of tools, processes, and practices that aim to improve the communication and collaboration between software developers and IT operations professionals.

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Agilemania

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Be it monitoring and control, collaboration, stakeholders onboarding, change management, and governance methods, the problems only keep increasing. Software and IT teams delivering in an agile way alone isn’t enough. They are open to innovation and help the team in defining goals and perceptions to communicate strategic vision clearly.

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Wrike

AUGUST 25, 2023

It encourages a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and empowerment, where employees are engaged in identifying and implementing improvements at all levels. Promoting Innovation Kaizen Burst fosters a culture of innovation by empowering employees to contribute their ideas and solutions.

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TechEmpower - Project Management

AUGUST 21, 2023

Many CEOs of software-enabled businesses call us with a similar concern: Are we getting the right results from our software team? Most innovators don’t have a technical background, so it’s hard to evaluate the truth of the situation. The explanation from software leadership is often unsatisfying or unclear.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 25, 2021

The reasons for this are apparent, with software eating the world and the pace of innovation accelerating as the market-entry barriers of the technology sector are continuously lowered. Venture capital is also widely available, and startups are gaining an innovative advantage over established organizations. Agile Clinic.

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Agilemania

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Concerns were voiced in the IT operations and software development sectors from 2007 to 2008 about the old software development paradigm that split operations from developers regarding how code was distributed and supported. DevOps was formed by combining the concepts of development and operations.

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Scrum.org

JUNE 22, 2019

These teams were mostly focused on software development. These organizations were able to attract the smartest developers and create products customers loved. Development Teams choose their own metrics to measure progress. For developers, this is often a nightmare. These metrics are focused on the outcome.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Agile and DevOps are two concepts that have revolutionized software development and operations in recent years. Both approaches aim to improve collaboration, increase efficiency, and deliver high-quality software products. This fosters a sense of ownership and accountability, leading to increased productivity and innovation.

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Proofhub

JUNE 12, 2023

Fundamentals of project leadership are the core concepts and techniques that assist efficient task monitoring. By upholding exceptional project leadership, you create an environment where teams thrive, fostering innovation, collaboration, and unwavering dedication. Foster teamwork and communication to promptly address emerging risks.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

By combining their technical expertise with a deep understanding of both software development and operations, SREs play a crucial role in maintaining the overall health and performance of a company’s infrastructure. By doing so, SREs can quickly identify and rectify any issues before a full-scale deployment is made.

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Binfire

JANUARY 29, 2024

Case Studies: Small Businesses Thriving Through Clear Goal Setting Tech Startup Example: A tech startup sets a clear goal to develop and launch a new software product within 18 months. Case Study 1: Innovative Retail Start-Up Background: A small retail start-up specializing in eco-friendly products.

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Wrike

AUGUST 25, 2023

By bringing together individuals from different departments or disciplines, organizations can leverage a wide range of expertise and experiences, which may pave the way for more innovative solutions. This collaborative approach allows for a holistic understanding of the processes and fosters creativity in generating innovative ideas.

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Wrike

JULY 23, 2023

Additionally, we will delve into the future of risk mitigation and discuss emerging trends and the role of innovation in shaping this field. For instance, businesses can adopt risk assessment software that utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to analyze vast amounts of data and identify potential risks.

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WorkOtter

APRIL 6, 2023

This will help them monitor progress and work in the right direction. Use project management software, like WorkOtter to stay on track. Project managers must monitor the project’s development and make changes when needed. Developing a timeline for project milestones can help keep you accountable.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

Efficient software business management translates into successful project management. They monitor project progress, identify potential risks or issues, and take necessary actions to mitigate them, to complete projects on time and within budget. IT managers also focus on quality assurance and testing.

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Wrike

JULY 29, 2023

For instance, let’s say a project requires the expertise of a software developer and a graphic designer. Initially, the software developer’s workload is heavy at the beginning of the project, while the graphic designer has fewer tasks.

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Proofhub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Extreme Programming (XP): Although it’s primarily a software development framework, some of its practices, like continuous integration, test-driven development, and pair programming, can be adapted for eCommerce, especially for businesses that rely heavily on bespoke software solutions. Cost per click (CPC).

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

It involves having flexible processes, systems, and structures in place that allow for easy adaptation and innovation. Lastly, operational agility fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration within organizations. Project management software: Lets teams plan, track, and manage projects more effectively.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 6, 2023

For example, in a software development company, workflow analysis may reveal that the testing phase is a bottleneck, causing delays in product releases. Monitoring and Adjusting Changes After implementing changes, it is essential to monitor their impact on workflow efficiency.

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Wrike

JULY 29, 2023

IT Outsourcing: Managing IT infrastructure, software development, and network management in-house can be resource-intensive, so IT outsourcing is a great way to let businesses delegate these tasks to specialized providers, who have the expertise and experience to handle complex IT operations.

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Wrike

JULY 29, 2023

It encourages organizations to collect and analyze relevant data, allowing them to identify areas for improvement, monitor progress, and make data-driven adjustments. Regular monitoring and review processes are also put in place to continuously measure performance and identify further areas of improvement.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In the field of technology, excellence might involve developing cutting-edge products that revolutionize the industry. It requires staying at the forefront of technological advancements, anticipating market trends, and pushing the boundaries of innovation. By establishing clear expectations, organizations provide a roadmap for success.

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Resource Guru

JUNE 7, 2023

They offer standardized practices for project planning , project execution , and project monitoring. This approach typically works well for digital agencies, software development agencies , marketing agencies , and any agency that operates in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, such as advertising or creative agencies.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

By providing a space for employees to share their knowledge, experiences, and best practices, these platforms promote collaboration, encourage innovation, and foster a learning culture within the organization. They can also facilitate ideation processes, enabling employees to contribute and collaborate on innovative initiatives.

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nTask

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

As you know that coming up with a brilliant and innovative idea is hard but it is still easier than actually executing that idea. As we know that a project execution plan is a brilliant and effective document that is used by the project managers to define how a project is going to be executed by the project development team.

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Function Point

JUNE 9, 2023

How Function Point Can Help: Monitor team time entries to balance workload, avoid burnout, and prevent scope creep. It fosters iterative development, collaboration, and adaptability. Widely used in agency projects like software development, this method enables quick responses to market dynamics, facilitating continuous improvement.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Agile methodologies have revolutionized the software development industry, enabling teams to deliver high-quality products in shorter timeframes. They are also a way to embrace a mindset of experimentation and learning, as team members are encouraged to take calculated risks and innovate.

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