ProjectManager.com
MAY 28, 2024
Buildertrend is construction project management software used by residential builders, from custom builders to specialty contractors and remodelers. This cloud-based solution helps to manage projects, reduce errors and increase customer satisfaction. However, there are many Buildertrend alternatives that offer construction project managers and their teams better tools to manage their work.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
MAY 27, 2024
Does your project include processing of personal data? Or any other kind of data? Or sharing data between organizations? Chances are, you're going to have a workstream of activity related to data management and data protection. I've worked on a lot of projects with a data migration element, and many of my projects require DPIAs (more on those later).
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ProjectManager.com
MAY 22, 2024
Manufacturers have a handful of processes they use to make their products. There are five types of manufacturing processes: repetitive, discrete, job shop, continuous process and batch process manufacturing. Let’s take a closer look at the last one, batch production. First, we’ll define batch production and list examples of industries that use it to manufacture their products.
Scrum.org
MAY 21, 2024
Most of us have the same image of a good Developer in our minds: someone who puts their head down and diligently types away, checking tasks off a list: ticket in, ticket out. They are reliable, productive, and usually keep themselves out of the way. This is all well and good, but we want to challenge this notion by showing how a great Developer can be something more.
Speaker: Kat Conner
The challenge of delivering the right product at the right time while aligning with strategic objectives is more pressing than ever. Product management is evolving and gaining greater recognition as the means to creating this connection. Join our upcoming webinar and learn how to streamline your product development processes, infuse product thinking across the organization, and bridge the gap between vision and delivery.
Musings on Project Management
MAY 21, 2024
How many ways are there to say "Cost"?Certainly, more than one!When "they" ask: 'How do YOU manage cost?", your answer is: 'It's complicated' because there are so many varieties of 'cost'.
Project Management Update brings together the best content for project management professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Rebel’s Guide to PM
MAY 25, 2024
Have you ever thought about how to prepare to leave your job professionally (and gracefully)? What should you do before quitting your job? Having been in your shoes -- not wanting to hand in my resignation until I'm fully prepared to go -- I've got all the answers for you! In my case, no one walked me off the premises, but I was prepared to leave that exact day just in case I was put on gardening leave.
Scrum.org
MAY 22, 2024
Estimates are notoriously bad. In the world of agile development, inaccurate estimates can lead to missed deadlines, blown budgets, and frustrated teams. But why is estimation so challenging? Estimates are predictions, and predictions are inherently uncertain. Human biases, lack of historical data, and the complex nature of software development add layers of difficulty.
The IIL Blog
MAY 28, 2024
Résumé Alors que l’IA s’intègre de plus en plus dans divers aspects de la société, une question se pose : l’IA est-elle un outil, un ami ou un ennemi ? Ou s’agit-il d’un mélange des trois, en fonction de la situation et de l’application ? Ce livre blanc explore les multiples facettes de l’IA, en examinant son potentiel en tant qu’outil de progrès, ami renforçant les capacités humaines, et adversaire potentiel si elle n’est pas gérée avec soin
Online PM Courses
MAY 22, 2024
How does a Scrum Master differ from a Project Manager? Let’s look at why they may seem similar and how the roles are very different. The post What’s the Difference between a Scrum Master and a Project Manager appeared first on OnlinePMCourses.
Speaker: Ketan Jahagirdar
Picture your projects as patients, each with its own unique rhythm and pulse, thriving under your care 🥼 🩺 Step into the role of an innovative project doctor in our upcoming webinar! This session is your guide to evaluating the health of your projects through Waterfall and Agile practices like Scrum and Kanban. We’ll explore the vital signs of project success through the lens of the “iron triangle” metrics, using deliverables as tracers.
Ganttic
MAY 28, 2024
This past month we released a long-awaited update to our custom data fields : Multi-select. Allowing more than one value to be selected from a user-defined list. This data field is ideal for managing employee skill sets, narrowing down large resource pools, and more. Discover some tips and use cases for the multi-select data field type in Ganttic. Using the Multi-Select Data Field The multi-select data field is available for resources , tasks , and projects.
ProjectManager.com
MAY 23, 2024
Scheduling production, planning a budget and allocating resources only sets up manufacturing for success. Monitoring and controlling that process ensures that deadlines are met and costs aren’t exceeded. One way to keep track of the manufacturing process is with a production report. To take advantage of this useful manufacturing tool means first understanding what production reporting and a production report are.
Scrum.org
MAY 26, 2024
Was unterscheidet einen Amateur von einem Profi? Professionelle Scrum Master übernehmen Verantwortung für Scrum. Sie sehen ihre Aufgabe nicht nur in der Moderation von Meetings unter der Annahme, dass die Entwickler dies nicht selbst könnten. Vielmehr sehen sie ihre Rolle darin, sicherzustellen, dass das Scrum Team effektiv arbeitet. Sie helfen dem Team, Ziele zu setzen.
The IIL Blog
MAY 22, 2024
By Lucy Grimwade IT Service Management (ITSM) and leadership plays a pivotal role in steering organisations towards success. All businesses, no matter their size or industry, rely on technology for their day-to-day operations. So, the significance of effective leadership within ITSM cannot be overlooked. Leadership in this context not only guides strategic direction and technogical adoption but also supports the teams responsible for implementing and managing IT services.
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The objective of this research is to dispel misunderstandings about crucial project management terms and their definitions. It aims to accurately place these terms and facilitate a comprehensive global understanding of their meanings.
Productivity Land
MAY 24, 2024
Businesses across industries are increasingly recognizing the importance of transformation. This involves utilizing technology to enhance operations, elevate customer experience, and foster innovation. A key tool in this transformation is software, which aids businesses in making informed decisions, streamlining processes, and achieving their objectives.
Project Accelerator News
MAY 24, 2024
Whilst it is widely accepted that project failure does happen, it isn’t the easiest of subjects to talk about. However, the more we face up to it as an issue, the better prepared we will be to deal with it in the future, learn lessons in failure and succeed next time. Failure should always be seen as a learning opportunity. It provides an opportunity to see what went well, what went badly and what it might be possible to improve on in the future.
ProjectManager.com
MAY 21, 2024
Manufacturers, as in all businesses, are constantly seeking efficiencies that reduce costs while maintaining the production of quality goods. This is, of course, easier said than done. However, manufacturers have methods, such as production efficiency, to help achieve these goals. What is production efficiency and how does an organization calculate it?
Scrum.org
MAY 28, 2024
Agile frameworks are used in complex environments where requirements and technology are ever-changing. It seems pretty unrealistic to think that we could envision all of the customer’s requirements upfront. And yet, that’s what many of those using a Waterfall approach to value delivery are trying to do. The Waterfall approach is both a structured and sequential process.
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Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?
The IIL Blog
MAY 22, 2024
By Lori Milhaven & Ashley Jorgensen AgileCon2024 is a premier online conference for professionals interested in Agile methodologies or simply looking to support more adaptable ways of working across their teams and organizations. Join us as our incredible lineup of Agile thought leaders and practitioners take the virtual stage to share their expertise learned from years of practical experience working in Agile environments and organizations.
Green Project Management
MAY 28, 2024
GPM is active as part of the IFRS Consultant Content Program and constantly monitors changes in reporting requirements to ensure what we are sharing is both correct and up to date. Today, I want to talk about something that is very important as organizations start working on 2024 disclosures. The ISSB (International Sustainability Standards Board) […] The post Integrating Dual Materiality in Project-Intensive Organizations to Meet ISSB Disclosure Requirements appeared first on Insights int
The Strategic Project Manager
MAY 24, 2024
This post looks at the three C’s – Competence, Compatibility, and Commitment. The three C’s are critical elements of the employee-employer relationship. We explore what they are, how they relate to one another, and what they mean for employees and employers alike. Finally, we think about the strategic and project management implications of the three C’s.
Project Accelerator News
MAY 24, 2024
Blog by Nicol Cutts, Head of Projects, Professional Services at Stoneseed. In recent weeks, I’ve shared IT Project Management learning that can be gleaned from Crufts dog show and Chatsworth International Horse Trials. It seems there’s an IT Project Management lesson everywhere you look! When a colleague heard that I was heading to the RHS Tatton Garden Show in July, she said that even I couldn’t find project management teachings in the topsoil.
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Scrum.org
MAY 25, 2024
Kanban and Scrum are two powerful methods/frameworks in the Agile world, each offering distinct benefits for managing work and delivering value. However, integrating Kanban into a Scrum environment is not always straightforward, and it may not be the right move for every team, especially if the team is struggling with fundamental Scrum practices. Before diving into Kanban, ensuring that your Scrum foundation is solid is crucial.
The IIL Blog
MAY 22, 2024
By David Barrow, CITP FBCS In today’s digital era, the importance of IT Service Management (ITSM) extends far beyond the confines of traditional IT tasks. Service Management is pivotal in designing and delivering the digital experiences that customers expect and ensuring the seamless operation of the digital services that support every facet of a modern business. anagement professional and frequent speaker, the idea of removing “IT” from ITSM intrigues me.
PM That Works
MAY 23, 2024
In project management, timely and effective decisions are critical to success. However, the traditional approach is filled with time-consuming tasks that prevent project managers from focusing on what truly matters—creating value. This is where the concept of Value Performance per Day (VPD) comes into play. VPD measures the amount of value a project manager can deliver in a day, directly impacting the project's success.
Productivity Land
MAY 22, 2024
Millions of individuals are impacted by car accidents every year, which is a regrettable fact of modern society. The financial ramifications can be almost as overwhelming as the physical injuries and car damage that frequently dominate the immediate concerns. After the original collision, there are still a lot of expenses related to auto accidents. It may involve a variety of costs that have a big influence on someone’s capacity to manage their finances.
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You’ve read the PMBOK® Guide several times, taken the certification exam for project managers, passed, and you are now a PMP®. So why do you keep making rookie mistakes? This whitepaper shows 20 of the most common mistakes that young or inexperienced project managers make, issues that can cost significant time and money. It's a good starting point for understanding how and why many PMs get themsleves into trouble, and provides guidance on the types of issues that PMs need to understand.
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