Agile project delivery part 4 – How to prioritise your backlog
The business and IT world is abuzz with the widespread adoption of Agile methodology for the delivery of IT projects. Did you know that according to a study conducted by the Project Management Institute (PMI), ineffective prioritisation of backlog items is one of the top five causes of project failure in agile projects. Source: Project […]
Agile IT Delivery part 5 – Product Increment Planning
Product Increment Planning, also known as release planning, is a crucial activity in the delivery of IT projects under an agile methodology. In agile, projects are broken down into smaller increments called Product Increments which are typically 3 months long in Australian Federal Government. Each Product Increment delivers a potentially shippable product increment, adding value […]
Sprinting to Success: Agile Excellence with Dynamic Sprint Delivery
Sprint Delivery is a crucial aspect in the execution of Agile project management as it enables incremental releases of working software, fostering continuous feedback, adaptability, and the timely delivery of functionality to end-users. Sprint Delivery refers to the release of a shippable product increment at the end of each sprint, which is a time-boxed development […]
A change network empowers a dynamic group to share responsibilities and propel change on projects with unified force
Establishing and administering a change network is an effective tool in the delivery of change on large projects. A change network is a strategically assembled group of individuals within an organisation who play a pivotal role in driving and facilitating change. These individuals are often selected for their influence, expertise, and ability to advocate for […]
Check out this article if you are searching for an effective tool to assess, plan and deliver your IT training program
Did you know that organisations with a high focus on project management training have significantly higher project success rates. 75% of organisations reported improved project outcomes after implementing project management training. Source: Project Management Institute In my experience, a key tool to effectively plan a training program is the Training Needs Analysis. The Training Needs […]
Boost your change management game by drawing on a Change Management Framework
Did you know that organisations with a mature change management approach are six times more likely to meet or exceed project objectives compared to those with an ad hoc approach. Source: Prosci A change management framework is a structured approach that assists sponsors and team members to plan and manage change, constructively engage with any […]
Project managers spend 75-90% of their time engaged in some form of communication. Boost productivity with this powerful comms planning tool!
Were you aware that project managers spend approximately 75-90 percent of their time engaged in some form of communication, be it formal or informal? This is precisely why having a communications schedule is essential for project managers as it allows them to effectively plan, deliver, and keep track of all upcoming communications. Source: Project Management […]
Boost your project management game by incorporating key deliverables and activities. Don’t get stuck – take action now.
Did you know that organisations that utilised a standardised project management framework saved 28 times more money than those without a standardised methodology. Source: Project Management Institute Project management frameworks are fundamentally important because they provide a structured approach that outlines all the deliverables, activities and processes required for managing a project from initiation to […]
Want to plan your IT change program effectively? A Change Impact Assessment is your ultimate tool
Did you know that key studies show that only 30% of change programs succeed. Source: John Kotter research However, the Change Impact Assessment is a valuable tool that can significantly improve the outcomes of change programs. The Change Impact Assessment evaluates (from a people, knowledge, process, and technology perspective) how changes affect target audiences as […]