ClearPoint Strategy

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Have you ever initiated a project you were sure would be a huge success, but that never reached its potential because deadlines were missed and budgets were busted? This is where the value of good project management becomes clear. Agile is a common project management methodology based on fast, continuous improvement.

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Kainexus

MARCH 3, 2022

People start, work on, and complete projects in organizations all of the time. Some projects are carefully planned and managed, while others happen more haphazardly out of urgency or necessity. In most cases, the more effort you put into planning and controlling your project, the more likely you are to achieve success.

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Kainexus

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Efforts to improve are considered Six Sigma projects and are often made using a systematic model known as DMAIC. Lean management is another business methodology similar to Six Sigma and leverages many of the same tools, so if your business has deployed Lean, this content will be of value to you.

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Kainexus

MAY 5, 2022

There are several technology solutions designed to help companies accelerate improvement initiatives and support business process improvement disciplines such as Lean and Six Sigma. So it isn't surprising that software buyers can become confused or overwhelmed by all the choices.

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Red Star Kim

MARCH 1, 2024

At the recent Training – PM Forum on “ Buy-in, engagement and stakeholder management ” workshop we welcomed executive and manager delegates from legal and accountancy firms as well as a delegate from Poland. Manage expectations Clarity about what we hope to achieve will help to manage expectations.

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Kainexus

JUNE 11, 2020

A growing number of construction firms are embracing the Lean methodology that emphasizes maximizing value for the customer while minimizing waste. The approach is simple and attractive in an industry where budgets, timeframes, and safety are all critical, but the project delivery is very different than traditional construction methods.

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Kainexus

AUGUST 23, 2022

Hoshin Kanri, also known as policy deployment, is the Lean management approach for aligning strategy, tactics, and improvement work organization-wide. The words Hoshin Kanri mean "management compass." The keys to the success of Hoshin Kanri are communication and structure.

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Planview

OCTOBER 27, 2021

The Agile track “Becoming Agile and Beyond” was focused on two main themes: Agile Program Management and Agile Transformation. Agile typically starts in pockets, with teams organizing around key initiatives or projects that the organization needs to deliver more rapidly. Becoming Agile and Beyond. Listen to the session.

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Upland

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

An initiative is a project your customer is undertaking (or planning to undertake) in order to overcome their pressures and meet their goals. An initiative could be to… Streamline a core business process Improve the product release cycle Recruit better talent. What language do they use to talk about the project?

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Flevy

MARCH 21, 2024

Consulting firms with extensive resources pioneer their own consulting frameworks through a combination of research, years of accumulated project experience, as well as subject matter expertise gathered from working across different sectors and functional areas. FlevyPro is currently used by 100s of consultants and business executives.

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Planview

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Here are some of the many ways you can use Instant Coffee: Brainstorming Incremental Planning Story Mapping Lean Coffee Impromptu Meetings PI Planning Retrospectives SWOT Analysis Standup Meetings. Incremental planning is a process many organizations use to break longer-term initiatives into smaller, more actionable projects.

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Account Management Skills

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

There’s an account growth problem for agencies with hybrid account managers. When I say ‘hybrid’ I mean, you are responsible for account growth but you’re also responsible for delivering projects. Being great at account growth and project delivery requires a different set of skills; i. Skillset a.

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Kainexus

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Businesses are increasingly turning to idea management software to capture, manage, measure, and reward employee recommendations for positive change. The innovation software is being used with business management systems like Six Sigma and Lean or as a stand-alone approach to achieving operational excellence.

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Planview

MAY 5, 2023

From a customer perspective, Razat continues, “With the power of AWS, we will continue to help our growing customers connect their ideas to impact, across projects and products, and deliver positive outcomes – especially in times of change.” Regional teams used different work methodologies such as Agile, waterfall, and Lean Six Sigma.

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ClearPoint Strategy

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

With a focus on fixing problems and reducing inefficiencies, lean project management is becoming increasingly popular across a number of industries. Lean principles were originally developed and used exclusively in the manufacturing world, as the principles promote simplified processes and emphasize high-quality output.

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Planview

OCTOBER 5, 2023

For example, in a Planview discussion with Dr. Robert Cooper , he explains how several companies during the pandemic used “lean development” and digital transformation to maximize value while minimizing costs. With a digital platform to help quickly gather and manage that feedback, you can confidently answer these questions.

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Planview

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Managing this level of complexity and constant change requires a modern approach to PPM – one that positions the PMO to become a more strategic creator of business value. “ For example, a project team focused on tasks and project plans has different needs than Agile teams focused on flow and throughput.

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Strategic Account Management Association

AUGUST 10, 2021

Chad Albrecht, Managing Principal of ZS Associates, and Joel Schaafsma, SAMA’s Research General Manager, have offered us a sneak preview of some key findings. Participants included 200 Account Managers, SAM Program Directors, and Central Office/Program Managers across 8 industries worldwide.

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Jermaine Edwards

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

In 2016 I wrote a post on the five foundation steps for stakeholder management success in key account management, that was well received and guided lots of leaders. A stakeholder is either an individual, group or organisation who is impacted by the outcome of a project or relationship. Trust goes a long way.

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Kainexus

JULY 30, 2020

With Lean, we often associate waterfalls with the concept of a continuous flow of people, materials, and information. We also use project management methodologies that leverage a waterfall approach where we execute in phases and the value is finally achieved at the end (versus an agile approach).

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Kainexus

APRIL 21, 2021

The A3 problem-solving methodology was first used by Toyota in the 1960s and later embraced by proponents of Total Quality Management, Six Sigma, Lean, and other systematic approaches to continuous improvement. "A3" Using the A3 process, teams create a one-page improvement project report.

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Planview

MAY 20, 2022

In this post, we’re going to show you how to execute a project. You’ve initiated your project, created an in-depth plan, and secured stakeholder buy-in. Except that, as every PMO knows, project execution is the most challenging stage of the project life cycle, and it’s only gotten more difficult in a world of hybrid and remote work.

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Hubspot Sales

MARCH 7, 2023

Of course, she also acknowledges that it's human nature to lean into what you know. For Fitzek, she solves for this challenge by leaning into the head of CX and trying to understand what his priorities are, and then connecting the dots with the customer marketing team. By comparison, you might not know much about customer success.

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AchieveIt

JANUARY 25, 2024

Communication is key According to the Project Management Institute , 85% of an effective project manager’s job is simply communication. You lean on your team members for their input, and they feel valued because they are valued. Having your team communicate back to you is equally important.

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Planview

JULY 15, 2022

Robert Cooper in the Journal of Product Innovation Management. However, our discussion with Dr. Cooper mainly focuses on three of those six practices: Effective Portfolio Management Lean Development Agile Stage-Gate.

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Planview

AUGUST 12, 2022

In the traditional project-centered model, companies are organized around tasks, with each group focused on one element of a project. But greater emphasis is being placed on moving from project to product, which focuses on enabling teams to become end-to-end experts. What Does Moving from Project to Product Mean?

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Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

MBD executives, advisors, managers, client services executives and BDMs from law firms, economics and management consultancies joined a PM Forum workshop on “Coaching and Consulting Skills for Marketing and Business Development”. But coaches resist the temptation to tell.

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CMOE

JUNE 21, 2021

Supervising can be extremely rewarding but also challenging—there are varying personalities, communication styles, skill sets, and roadblocks to manage, all while trying to maintain high-quality output. They hold a vital role in managing and nurturing employees to thrive in their positions. What Skills Does a Supervisor Need?

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Brooks Group

AUGUST 23, 2023

It’s gold for a manager to be able to unlock sales performance and DISC is one part of that. I think self awareness is one of the most powerful tools that a salesperson or a manager can have. It’s gold for a manager to be able to unlock sales performance and DISC is one part of that. So those are a few clues.

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Kainexus

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

If you are considering a Lean management system to boost your efforts at continuous improvement and waste reduction, it’s a smart move. Technology helps bring people together, ensure accurate data, collect organizational knowledge, and speed the progress of Lean projects.

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Planview

JULY 26, 2022

Meanwhile, managers are bracing themselves for the inevitability of budget cuts: If we had to keep going with 10% less budget, or 20% less, what would that look like? This example underscores the fundamental flaws with the “peanut butter” approach to cost reductions: Spreading budget cuts equally across projects or business functions.

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Account Management Skills

JULY 26, 2023

Conversations are already happening in which clients are asking account managers questions about AI. Here’s a recent scenario I’ve come across: An Account Manager client of mine delivered a series of engaging copy lines to the client’s brief. Be very organised to ensure you’re reliably on the front foot with projects.

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CMOE

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Some examples of goals that align with the vision and mission of the organization include: Improving project completion by X% by the end of October. This PM goal could focus on better streamlining projects and boosting efficiency by X%. To ensure you are making the right choice, lean on SMART goal setting.

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Kainexus

JULY 18, 2019

As GE embraced Lean, Roger became a senior Lean value stream manager. In this webinar, Roger Chen, Executive Director of Lean Transformation at IU Health, shares "lessons from the field" based on his experiences in healthcare (and previously in industry). How to Navigate the Transformation Continuum.

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Hubspot Sales

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Budget management: In many companies, if business leaders don’t spend their budget, they may lose it altogether. It’s no coincidence that 42% of managers and sales pros who coach or train their teams say that their primary goal is to get sales teams aligned on a common goal. Touch base with your manager. Leverage urgency.

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ClearPoint Strategy

OCTOBER 11, 2021

No clear ownership of initiatives/projects. The original group consisted of people who became trained in Lean Six Sigma. They now spend 3-4 meetings at the beginning of any project coming up with the problem statement and the scope of the proposed solution. Some shared items included: Project charters. Fear of failure.

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Insightly

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It’s a fair question that many midsize companies ask when implementing their first or a new Customer Relationship Management system ( CRM ). Some companies try to leverage in-house technical resources, such as an IT manager, to oversee implementation and training. “I’m already paying enough for my CRM.

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