Let's have a closer look at the #hybridmanifesto. What does it really say? Consider the timing, skills, perspectives and feelings of...

Very interesting discussion in the article below. What does #ValueStreamManagement have to do with #Agile? Value Stream Management can help you achieve your DevOps and Agile Goals! Read more about how they complement each other. Lance Knight, ConnectALL’s SVP and general manager elaborates that for effective Agile project management you need “good human value stream management and value stream optimization.” Contact us to learn more about Value Stream Management #projectmana

All these different terms can become confusing. Some think they can be used interchangeable. However the blog below will help you understand the difference. They are actually complimentary and proper #valuestreammapping can kick off effective #valuestreammanagement. Value stream management goes beyond DevOps and Agile and is a holistic concept that helps accelerate value delivery. It always follows the following simple steps: Value Stream Mapping is a manufacturing process

When deciding whether to buy a #pmsoftware or use #excel it is important to do direct comparisons of benefits and short comings. In...

When managing multiple projects in parallel the question of a #projectmanagement software will always come up. #msproject is one of the...

Oliver Filler discusses #projectmanagement and the advantages of PMD Pro® for the NGO world. An interesting read that gives you further insight. #projectmanagers #leadership #PMDPro #developmentprojects https://www.pm4ngos.org/2019/01/11/oliver-filler-from-plan-international-discusses-project-management-and-the-benefits-of-pmd-pro/

So what are the benefits of getting PRINCE 2 Agile® Certification? The first of course is attaining a world wide recognized #Agilecertification. It is like a marriage between the benefits of PRINCE 2® and #agileprojectmanagement. Agile governs the project's delivery, while #PRINCE2 governs the #projectmanagement, which gives a much greater flexibility and makes it possible to adapt to any new situations the project may bring about. Read more about it in the blog below. #proje

So why do the CAPM® Certification and not just wait until I have enough experience to do PMP® certification? It is very simple with the #CAPM certification you prove that you have already embraced the PMI® Standards of #projectmanagement. However there are other tangible benefits, well summarized by Sajid Ajmal in the article below: Credibility You gain confidence to lead You get acquainted with world standard PM practices You get better Job prospects & opportunities You can

The PMP® certification requires quite a bit of experience. Hence if you are a new project manager and have not managed many projects yet, then the #CAPM certification is the right one for you. You can take it even if you are just out of college. With this certification you prove that you have the basic knowledge in the international #projectmanagement standards as laid out in the #PMBOK Guide and you are trained in how they are applied. Check out the conditions and requiremen

You may be asking, what really are the benefit of the #pmpcertification? Trust me it is not about the piece of paper! Once you have done the training, read #PMBOK Guide and you will find a whole host of benefits: You will know the internationally agreed PM Lingo You will be recognized as an experienced Professional - it is a mark of excellency You will find enhanced career opportunities, many employers are purposely looking for #PMP certified #projectmanagers You will have le

When trying to decide which #projectmanagementcertification to get it can become very confusing. There are so many #certifications out there. Which one is right for yourself or your team? So of these certifications are internationally recognized, some are more common in the English speaking world or in specific fields. Some train you in one project management methodology only, others help you develop your own methodology. Here is a list of the most popular certifications: PMP

This time, as we are preparing for possible lock-down and are getting used to remote work, is a great opportunity to reflect on your PMO...

Here you are sitting at home and expected to suddenly lead your team remotely. Or have some team members suddenly remotely, while those...

In #projectmanagement the #businessanalyst and the #projectmanager need to work hand in hand for best results. Hence as #projectmanagers we really need to have an indepth understanding of what #businessanalysis really is. Also the roles and responsibilities of both need to be clearly defined and understood. This can vary from company to company. In some places the business analyst is involved up to the project Kick-off and later only during analysis of major changes. While th

Many of us think that #projectmanagement and sales will always be at logger heads. #projectmanagers will have the stakeholders at heart when preparing a project proposal and see risks that the sales team often think are either not there, or not important or the project teams fault. Hence there is often a friction between the 2 departments. This is where we need to stop and start using our #EQ. We need to learn to understand the other party and realize we are on the same team.

Neil Shorney who helps companies bridge the gap between sales & delivery has a great webinar where he explains in detail how...

As project managers we need to have a whole range of skills. Most of all people skills since we spend 80% of our time with...

When you face problems in your projects it can be mind numbing. You as the #projectmanager find yourself faced with this perceived monster of a problem. In such situations it helps to take a deep breath, take a step back and approach it logically. Have a list with simple steps for #problemsolving to follow like shown in the attached article. As simple as it looks, when the going get's tough this will help you. You will see that with every step you tick off the list the burden

A lot of the problems #projectmanagers encounter in their #projects are not unique to their project or the company. The majority are common problems and can be addressed. Very often #leadershipskills and improved #communication are already the solution. As project managers we need to keep working on these skills in order to grow in the profession. Take that little extra time to sort out communication issues and misunderstandings. Take that little extra time to have a cup of t

When you are facing these seemingly unsolvable problems in your projects you need to have some solid techniques at hand to succeed....