The question gets answered - We are looking for a web-based simple scenario planning/capacity tool where we can input basic project data (i.e. expected size, effort and duration) and then model this against our capacity. We are not looking for a full PPM tool, as we already have a tool in place for the project reporting, RAID, etc.; it's more about at a high level planning our portfolio roadmap and having the ability to complete simple 'what-if' scenarios. This would be a tool used by the PMO rather than project managers.
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In this article we take a look at running retrospectives - with different exercises for you to consider using
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In the world of project management, certain areas consistently pose challenges and hinder success. In this dynamic presentation from Tom Quinn at Jacobs, we explore four to five crucial aspects that often cause problems or remain underutilised. Through lessons learnt, we examine how areas such as schedule, risk management, cost, reporting & data management, assurance and change, commonly go astray or fail to deliver desired outcomes.
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Find out more about the PPM tool provider Smartsheet and how their technology supports PM and PMO.
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Every PMO provides templates for their delivery organisation, but which ones make your top five, couldn't live without?
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This session will review how portfolio management (LPM) and RTEs can easily and effectively coordinate enterprise value delivery across ART Teams, shared services, projects, operational work, roles, and people.
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Your organisation’s Microsoft cloud platform can deliver all the collaboration, automation, integration and insights for PPM that you need. So what does that actually mean for you typical stakeholder groups?
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In this session, Matthew was joined by another lodger, Nicole Reilly. Together they talked about the different Agile related tools that are available and what the PMO needs to know.
There are literally hundreds of different tools out there that are used by Agile teams. There are also many different options to extract data which is then used by management teams to understand what progress is being made and what decisions and actions are needed to be taken.
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