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!

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Scrum.org

APRIL 10, 2024

The digital revolution, a globalized economy, and a shifting social paradigm demand a leadership approach that is both innovative and grounded in reality. By aligning strategies with concrete data, companies can achieve operational efficiencies, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive sustainable growth.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Effective risk management is crucial for the success and sustainability of any business. By identifying and addressing potential risks, organizations can minimize their impact and ensure continuity of operations. These risks can arise from various sources, such as financial, operational, legal, or technological factors.

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The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Then it looks at how the framework can be applied in devising strategy, and managing project, programs, and portfolios. The Four Actions Framework, also known as the ERRC framework, is a ‘blue ocean’ strategic management tool introduced in the book “Blue Ocean Strategy” by W. What Is the Four Actions Framework?

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 13, 2024

An upward curve of undone work, contradicting the essence of Agile, which is to minimize such backlogs and ensure a sustainable pace of development. In Agile, we manage risk not through detailed plans, as in traditional models, but through the continuous delivery of a working product.

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

Organizations face a wide range of risks that can impact their operations, reputation, and financial stability, such as economic uncertainties, regulatory changes, natural disasters, cyber threats, and even human errors. To navigate through these potential risks successfully, companies need robust risk management systems in place.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 1, 2024

A great product owner ensures that products align with the broader business objectives, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive innovation within the organisation. This short-sighted approach might need more attention to building a sustainable and scalable product foundation, investing in core technologies, or nurturing a loyal user base.

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The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As Cloud Services revolutionized the creation and management of digital infrastructure, the DVMS-CPD Model will revolutionize how organizations leverage the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and other business systems to manage digital risk, resiliency, and client data privacy. Register here. Step 2: Orient.

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The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

This ensures relevance to the customer, and sustainability as an ongoing enterprise. Today, it is often imperative to be capable of innovating Business Models – to change and reconfigure value chains. This post provides a framework – far beyond just a product and service innovation – for Business Model Innovation.

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Empiricism in product management is pivotal for success, enabling data-driven decisions, continuous improvement, and enhanced customer satisfaction. Grounding strategies in real-world feedback and evidence mitigates risks and fosters adaptability. This article was first published in the AskScrum.com newsletter.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, having an effective innovation strategy is crucial for organizations looking to stay ahead of the curve and unleash their full potential. Organizations that fail to innovate risk falling behind their competitors and losing their market share.

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The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The VRIO framework is a strategic management tool used to analyze the competitive advantage of a firm’s resources and capabilities. When other firms possess similar resources or capabilities, a firm cannot achieve a sustained competitive advantage. It helps to identify areas where they have a sustainable competitive advantage.

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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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Kiron Bondale

MAY 30, 2021

Dispersed teams often have greater diversity than co-located ones which could lead to more creativity and innovation if that diversity is effectively leveraged. While I’m in favor of the first two suggestions, there is always a risk with the third of micro-management or overly heavy governance.

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Inloox

MARCH 27, 2024

Especially in quality management as well as in product development, R&D and software development, this method can contribute significantly to the optimization of processes and the improvement of products and services. In principle, the PDCA method can therefore be used in all areas where an agile response to dynamic changes is required.

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The Strategic Project Manager

MARCH 11, 2024

Finally, it details the use and benefits of the tool for practicing strategy and project management. The Strategy Canvas tool is a management tool introduced by W. Look for opportunities to innovate and differentiate your offering to create a “blue ocean” of uncontested market space. What is the Strategy Canvas Tool?

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Allowing teams the freedom to self-organize empowers them to take ownership of their work, fostering creativity and innovation. However, without a framework of guidance and structure, teams may risk inefficiencies, scope creep, or a lack of alignment with organizational goals.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 23, 2023

TL; DR: Self-Management Is self-management an essential building block on an organization’s path to business agility or a nice-to-have cultural twist to, for example, keep teams happy and attract new talent? Please continue reading and delve into the reasons that support self-management. ??

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 4, 2023

These principles are influenced by, but not directly related to, contemporary approaches to organizational management and work methodologies such as Agile, Lean Thinking, Design Thinking, Systems Thinking, Management 3.0, We embrace new ideas and technologies that allow us to adapt and innovate in an ever-evolving landscape.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2024

These striking innovations, which look like toys, are the facade of a profound shift in the industrial paradigm based on speed of change, open-source, decentralization, and composability. Changing a traditional production tool is long and difficult, generating high costs, hindering innovation, and causing loss of economic opportunities.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 4, 2022

That’s a long and complicated journey in construction project management, which is why knowing the best construction delivery method is so important. There are many different types, from design-bid-build, design-build and construction manager at risk to integrated project delivery, job order contracting and public-private partnerships.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Innovation has become a buzzword in today’s fast-paced business landscape. Many turn to technology and data-driven approaches, but one key driver of innovation often gets overlooked – creativity. Understanding the Role of Creativity in Innovation Creativity is the fuel that powers innovation.

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The Strategic Project Manager

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Finally, it looks at the impact and application of the Buyer Value Equation framework for developing strategy and managing projects. These may include time, effort, risk, and opportunity costs. It also includes continued support and maintenance to sustain the value. For clarity, it discusses the pros and cons of the framework.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This range accounts for the many factors that could affect the pace at which adoption occurs, including regulation, levels of investment, and management decision making within firms [3]. Risk Management. Effective risk management has to be proactive. Human Capital Optimization. Active Assistance.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, businesses are constantly looking for ways to achieve sustainable growth. The concept of sustainable business growth goes beyond just increasing profits; it involves finding a balance between economic, environmental, and social responsibilities.

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The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Cybersecurity is not the problem that needs to be fixed; it’s the digital enterprise’s capability to manage its digital business risk, with cybersecurity only playing a small part. Digital Value Management System Let’s start with a new mental model focusing on creating and protecting digital business value. Well, everything.

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Wrike

JULY 7, 2023

The role of sustainability has evolved beyond being a mere buzzword. A sustainable operations strategy not only helps companies reduce their environmental impact but also drives efficiency, enhances social responsibility, and improves overall economic viability.

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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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Kiron Bondale

DECEMBER 27, 2020

This is not permitted by facilities management in order to avoid potential fires. Bob’s manager, Sally, and his cubicle neighbor, Jim, are both aware of the space heater and the fact that its usage is not permitted, but are unwilling to request that Bob remove it. Groupthink impeding experimentation and true innovation.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 9, 2023

Numerous industry surveys have been conducted over the last decade that report a number of outcomes from being agile, including an improved ability to manage changing priorities, increased team productivity, improved transparency, improved team morale, and a faster delivery. This is where Agile OKRs come in.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Product Management keeps telling me in this Agile way of doing things there is no committed scope, no plan, only 'Responding to change'. Dealing with Technology Uncertainty - The Waterfall Passive/Buffered Risk Management Style. Dealing with Technology Uncertainty - The Agile/Scrum Active Risk Management Style.

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Project Pulse Journal

MARCH 7, 2024

What is A System for Value Delivery in Project Management Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are you a project manager looking to improve your project management skills and help your organization grow? Take the next step towards mastering the value delivery system and project management. What is a System for Value Delivery?

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NimbleWork

APRIL 16, 2024

Small teams often face unique challenges in managing projects efficiently and delivering value to stakeholders. Communication barriers and scalability issues further compound these challenges, while increased risk exposure and decision-making complexities add to the pressure.

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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. Read further to learn what construction trends are going to shape the industry in 2024, and how it’s expected to address current challenges and ensure sustainable growth.

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Project Accelerator News

MARCH 8, 2024

It’s never good to hear a passionate project manager describe their projects as “meh”! Bex lives and breathes IT Project Management. So, when she shared her reason for wanting to move on was, “I just don’t feel we innovate any more”, it got me thinking: How can we build innovation into our IT Projects?

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Wrike

JULY 23, 2023

Understanding and effectively addressing risks is crucial for any business or organization. In order to implement effective mitigation strategies that minimize potential harm and maximize preparedness, it’s important to redefine our understanding of risk and overcome the obstacles that hinder successful implementation.

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Scrum.org

MAY 19, 2023

Software development in an agile setting calls for specialized technical abilities, effective process management, and collaborative skills that help teams produce high-quality solutions in short iterations. Scrum focuses on valuable product delivery in short bits in order risk and enhance customer absorption.

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