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Quote of the Day
Herding Cats
AUGUST 16, 2017
Frank Kendall Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics. The first responsibility of the key leaders in the acquisition workforce is to think. Quotes
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Professions in Project Management (#3) – The Supply Chain Manager
Inloox
SEPTEMBER 18, 2018
In general, though, it is a matter of coordinating and optimizing logistics chains. The supply chain manager is a consultant and strategic planner who develops and manages all logistical goods flows across companies and must be able to react quickly and flexibly. This is what a Supply Chain Manager needs: It is best to start by earning a Bachelor’s degree in either Business, Finance, Engineering, or Logistics and Supply Chain.
The Role of the Project Coordinator
ProjectManager.com
APRIL 2, 2018
They are the next in the chain of command and do a lot of the logistics for managing the project. Sometimes functional leads or project managers need help managing projects. That’s where project coordinators come in. Jennifer Bridges, PMP, explains their role further.
Project Management Career Q&A – Sharing Sensitive Information
Arras People
OCTOBER 26, 2016
In your resume you start with the company name and then make it clear that the project was of a sensitive nature but you should be able to share the headline of what the project nature was – was it IT, logistics, defence, justice etc. I’m working in a security sensitive organisation and the projects I manage also require security clearance to work on them. I’m looking for a new position and want to update my resume but I’m unsure how I can do that without sharing sensitive information.
Critical Soft Skills for Project Managers
ProjectManager.com
MARCH 22, 2019
Being able to deal with the logistics and technical aspects of a project are but two of three pillars that support a well-rounded project manager. What are soft skills and why do project managers need them to lead a project to a successful end?
Best Strategies for Virtual Team Management
Brad Egeland
AUGUST 6, 2018
First off, let me state that I really, really believe that remote project management I is a great solution for most projects. It has worked extremely well for me for the past 10 years or so. But I know it’s not for everyone.
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Learning and Development
Lynne Cazaly
APRIL 29, 2019
Sure, a calendar works for availability, logistics and managing budget). L&D: does it stand for learning and development or long and drawn-out. Is it time for L&D to be more responsive, to lead the way in agility, experiments and lean solutions? I was speaking with an L&D team about running my ‘ish' workshop for the organisation - where people learn to challenge perfectionist tendencies and work until it's 'good enough', working in increments and iterations.
7 Great Ways to Measure Career Success – or Signal it’s Time to Make a Change
Project Bliss
MARCH 31, 2019
Project managers work in industries such as healthcare, logistics, music and entertainment, hospitality, and too many others to list. I was talking with my niece one day and commented on all the buzz about Millennials in the workplace.
Inverted Classrooms
Leading Answers
OCTOBER 2, 2017
Trying or organize group work outside of class when people are busy can be a logistical nightmare, now everyone should be available to take part in group work during the regularly scheduled class times.
Scrum Master Responsibilities: What Does a Scrum Master Do?
Project Bliss
JULY 10, 2017
She’ll handle the logistics for the Sprint Planning session. She sets up all the meetings for the sprint and handles the meeting logistics. The activities the Scrum Master might help with include scheduling the meeting and handling logistics.
What Is a Project Analyst?
ProjectManager.com
JULY 10, 2018
They often have many moving parts that need to work together, and the logistics can be like a knot. Projects can be complex endeavors. That’s why distinct project management roles are adopted, so everyone isn’t pulling in different directions at once.
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Preparing for a Project Management Interview
Arras People
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
Think about the logistical questions – location, client sites, when are they looking to get people onboard etc. So you have perfected your CV and secured yourself an interview.
Six Common Project Management Milestone Mistakes – and How to Avoid Them
Clarizen
JULY 17, 2018
In addition to being a logistical headache, this error often makes smaller projects — or phases within projects — seem larger than they truly are, which triggers procrastination (i.e. Milestones have been a basic staple on the project management landscape for, well, forever.
How to Get More Customers with Email Marketing Automation
ProjectManager.com
APRIL 25, 2019
Utilizing the ideology behind SMART goals will help you breakdown what content to include and other important logistics for setting up an effective drip campaign. Setting up an automated email campaign is just step one in achieving more conversions.
Behind The Scenes: Conferences From An Exhibitor’s Perspective
Girl's Guide to PM
MAY 8, 2017
Logistics-wise, our smartest decision was to print all the materials in the UK, so we didn’t have to carry the heavy packages. I’ve always known the APM Conference is quite a draw.
Scrum Master vs Project Manager: What’s the Difference?
Project Bliss
JULY 25, 2017
And the Scrum Master will handle many administrative activities such as planning and arranging logistics for ceremonies as part of supporting the team. . Are you considering a career move? . Perhaps you’re considering Project Management because it uses many skills you already have.
SCRUM Project Management Methodology Explained
Azendoo
APRIL 6, 2018
Amazon has adapted Scrum to be used on a variety of projects ranging from the site’s operation to physical applications such as logistics. Projects succeed or fail by the way they are managed and lead. Success requires more than good leadership.
Innovation in project management: Inspiration from Dubai
Susanne Madsen
DECEMBER 27, 2018
Not only that, Dubai’s goal is to consistently be ranked amongst the top 5 global centres for trade, logistics, tourism and finance. I recently spoke at Dubai International Project Management Forum ( DIPMF ) and was struck by the innovative theme of the conference.
Inverted Classrooms
Leading Answers
OCTOBER 2, 2017
Trying or organize group work outside of class when people are busy can be a logistical nightmare, now everyone should be available to take part in group work during the regularly scheduled class times. It combines Goldilocks pace (not too slow, not too fast) along with engaging group activities without the logistics issue of scheduling busy learners. My last article on why We Should All be Learners explained how today’s knowledge worker projects are all about learning effectively.
Using Video for Project Communications [Case Study]
Girl's Guide to PM
APRIL 11, 2016
We worked out the logistics. I like doing the communication bits of projects, and when I worked on a large software rollout there was plenty of opportunity to create buy in and engagement through communication. The project was going to fundamentally change the way people did their jobs.
Project Schedule Overruns: How to Prevent Delays from Becoming Disasters
Clarizen
AUGUST 4, 2018
If it’s financially and logistically feasible, adding resources can also accelerate productivity, but without triggering critical path risks. If you’re at the helm of a project that has fallen behind schedule, then be assured that you aren’t alone.
How to Get the Most Out of Every Employee on a New Project
Workamajig
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Let’s face it: the beginning of a new project can be a logistical nightmare. This is a guest post by Scott Miraglia of Elevation Marketing. Starting a new project always comes with a mixture of excitement and nerves.
Project Management – Where to Find the Jobs
Arras People
MAY 19, 2016
The logistical problems of multiple resources is not impossible, but does require managing to avoid inconsistency. Everyday dozens of new project management jobs are created and filled.
Managing Uncertainty, Risk, Threat, and Opportunity
Herding Cats
JANUARY 3, 2017
Nature of alternatives available (scope, timing, and logistics), what is possible, level of detail required, time available to identify alternatives.
Clarifying Misconceptions of the Big Launch
Girl's Guide to PM
JUNE 22, 2016
The decision immediately created logistical challenges, as there simply were not enough hotels in Denver to handle the expected additional visitors, but it created a catalyst for Airbnb. Do you think that your project should have a ‘launch’ event?
18 Critical Success Factors for All Project Work
Herding Cats
FEBRUARY 3, 2018
From "Key Success Drivers for Large High-Technology Projects: Prediction and Practice," Phil Crosby (CSIRO, Australia) in Management Science, Logistics, and Operations Research , John Wang. Their rankings and percentage impact on project success. Project management (PM) control & execution systems in place, with robust policies, planning, procedures, document control, audit, etc - 23.87%.
Agile Release Train (ART)
Digite
MAY 26, 2017
The RTE is responsible for ensuring the required stakeholders attend the two-day event and that all the logistics for the successful completion of the event are in place. The concept of Agile Release Train is central to understanding the constructs of SAFe and to implement them.
4 Trends That Will Transform Project Management
LiquidPlanner
MAY 8, 2018
Chatbots , for example, are being used to remind team members to update and share progress on projects, while other AI tools are being leveraged for mundane tasks like data merging, logistics, etc. In the world of project management, change is constant.
20 Team Building Activities That Your Team Won’t Sigh At
Paymo App
MAY 7, 2018
Some of them require little logistics and time. The majority of them can be played indoors, in your office, so logistics are kept at a minimum. Teams that bond together, succeed together. Easier said than done. That’s because in reality, team-building activities are hard to swallow.
Creating a New Hire Packet in Priority Matrix
Appfluence
DECEMBER 7, 2018
Logistics – Information about employee training, important passwords, or their new email address will go here. Introduction. Creating and managing new hire packets for each new employee can take up a lot of time for HR professionals.
Top 5 Resource Management Lessons for England in the World Cup
Ganttic
JUNE 17, 2018
Add to this the weight of expectation from a football-obsessed nation, and the painful history of many unsuccessful English campaigns, and you’ve got an epic task on your hands – diplomatically, strategically and logistically. As England launches its World Cup Campaign, we’d like to give manager Gareth Southgate and his coaching staff our top resource management lessons.
When You’re the Company’s First Project Manager
LiquidPlanner
AUGUST 1, 2017
You could volunteer to take on vendor logistics and management. In the beginning, project management was formless and empty, and darkness was over the work breakdown structure. The Founders looked over the face of the startup and said all is good.
Project Management Lessons from Mavenlink CEO Ray Grainger
MavenLink
OCTOBER 5, 2017
Logistically, it was very interesting. Mavenlink's Founder and CEO, Ray Grainger, has recently been featured in Bruce Harpham's book Project Managers at Work.
How SunCo Sunspaces Transformed Their Project Delivery
Leankor
MAY 9, 2018
The logistics of project delivery for manufacturing companies involves a great deal of moving parts. How SunCo Sunspaces Transformed Their Project Delivery. Much like the actual manufacturing process, a part that is out of sync, outdated, or incompatible with the rest of machine can delay or even halt the entire project. SunCo Sunspaces Inc. is a leading manufacturer of three-season sunrooms that works with dealers across North America.
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ExamsPM
JANUARY 21, 2019
4 Get PMI logistics out of the way. Why did you want to get PMP certified?
Want to Get 30% More Tasks Done? – Use a Weekly Work Plan
Scoro
MAY 6, 2018
As a result, you can better organise the tactics and logistics to make your long-term vision a reality. HAVE YOU ever considered how many of your work hours are wasted on multitasking and refocusing your attention after every email and small task?
When Clients Don’t Pay
Agile Coach
JUNE 27, 2016
In some cases I take on the extra work of managing logistics, registrations and more so the money goes into my account, and then I pay the split of revenue to the organizer. Today marks the 8th month anniversary where I ran a workshop for a conference, that I am yet to be paid for. It’s also the 6th month anniversary of the last email I’ve received from the organizer where he promised to make it right.
How to Get Your Next Lessons Learned Meeting Right
Online PM Courses
JULY 15, 2018
Logistics, so you can be sure to create the best starting conditions for your meeting. Logistics. There’s one Project technique that has the capacity to transform your skillset and raise your Project Management to the next level: the Lessons Learned review.
What Is Involved In Operations Management?
Teamweek
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Delivery and shipping logistics vary worldwide. Operations management is defined as the area of management concerned with designing and controlling the production process and redesigning business operations in the production of goods and services.
Managing a Football Team Like a PRINCE2 Project
Prince2
FEBRUARY 2, 2018
We’re not, however, going to discuss the processes and logistics that go into organising an event like this. It’s Super Bowl weekend, so (naturally) we’re thinking about project management. We’re going to outline why a football game is just like a project. How so? We hear you ask. Well, as anyone who’s studied project management will know – its processes and themes all find mirrors in everyday life.
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