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Don’t let your projects fall prey to the unnecessary confusion, uncertainty, and harm that can result from these all-too-commonly held project management misconceptions. Every industry, profession, and company develops and operates with rules and guidelines. Alongside these, myths emerge, and the project management profession is no different. When projects become plenty, work more hectic, and time is limited, it can become tempting to blindly lean on beliefs and instincts — even ones you may not [...]

Selecting the best project management methodology (PMM) for the job relies on developing a sound evaluation process. Our guide to evaluating PMMs will ensure you pick the perfect fit for your next project.Every project — and project team — is different, and to ensure success, the project management methodology (PMM) chosen to steer each project to completion should match not just the project and team’s needs, but also those of the project’s stakeholders and the [...]

Choosing the right project management methodology is essential. Here are the 20 most popular project management methodologies (PMMs) in practice today.With the right project management methodology, project management offices (PMOs) can assist their organizations in improving business outcomes — but this requires more than recognizing organizational priorities. For most companies, recent external forces such as COVID-19 and industry disruptions brought about by the pace of digital change have shifted company goals and priorities, making it [...]

With uncertainty on the rise, change management software is becoming an increasingly vital part of digital transformation, helping companies to transition smoothly and thrive.Over the past few years, change has accelerated in the workplace — especially during and in the post-COVID-19 environment. Change — whether motivated by technical initiatives or otherwise — can impact people and processes significantly, complicating how work gets done. View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link

Forward-thinking PMOs recognize the need for project decisions to be supported by data. Here’s what you need to know to become more data savvy in driving better project outcomes.With project failure rates remaining troublesome, many project managers are turning to data for help. Proper use of data can take the guesswork out of decision-making and provide tangible support project managers can use to guide their teams. Data can also prove value in helping project managers [...]

If the pandemic has taught project managers anything, it’s that uncertainty is here to stay. Here are the new goals project managers must focus on to be an indispensable strategic partner.While a chief responsibility of a project manager is to deliver projects on time and on budget, that’s no longer enough — the pandemic of 2020 has left a lasting worldwide change. Global uncertainty has complicated life for project management offices (PMOs) worldwide. How has [...]

Top Expert Neil Patel Shares His Picks For Video Conferencing Software View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link

How company politics can impede your projects View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link

Agile and waterfall each offer unique benefits and drawbacks. Here are the pros and cons of each method, and how to know which is right for your organization’s projects. Choosing the right project management methodology for the job is the first step in project success. But knowing which methodology best fits your organization and the project at hand can be challenging — especially with so many project management methodologies to choose from. View Moira Alexander’s [...]

  Shifting direction following a crisis can seem daunting for many companies. Portfolio managers are experienced in working with executives to identify and develop directional strategies.   Following a crisis, risks can be increased, or new risks can surface. Portfolio managers and their teams are well equipped to help executive teams prepare and identify post-crisis risks and risk management strategies. Conducting a post-crisis evaluation is the first step. Risks that may not have previously been [...]

  The manufacturing industry is undoubtedly going to be impacted by the pandemic, making the role of project managers more vital in supporting the necessary changes.   Labor shortages continue to affect productivity and timely delivery of items to customers. Part of quickly getting manufactured products to customers involves limiting business disruptions and keeping to schedules. This involves developing more certainty around your logistics and supply chain processes and resourcing. Project managers are experts at [...]

  Social distancing and remote working during COVID-19 have increased cybersecurity risks for companies worldwide, increasing the need for project managers to work on more security-related efforts.   Regardless of industry, cybersecurity threats are creating financial, operational, and reputational risks for businesses. Information security teams have their hands full, and this isn't expected to slow down after the pandemic. As part of a joint effort with the World Economic Forum's Center for Cybersecurity, KPMG outlines [...]

  COVID-19 has impacted all areas of business, including successful project and program delivery. Following the pandemic, delivery may look very different.   How well remote teams have adapted to the disruption and the resulting rapid and large-scale shift to remote work is crucial, especially as a remote workforce requires changing processes to govern product or service delivery and finding new ways of working together seamlessly. Effective collaboration and a focus on governance should be [...]