Here are a few thoughts to deal with the talent shortages for IT projects. Hire for attitude, not just a perfect resume.Instead of endlessly scouring the universe for that mythical ideal candidate, why not take a closer look at your own team? You might find someone...
AI, IoT, Data Science—these buzzwords dominate the tech conversation these days. Some of these computer science disciplines are more glamorous than others. Everyone’s talking about AI and Cybersecurity, but when was the last time someone got excited about Operating...
When we embark on a journey, it’s never just about arriving at the final destination on time, or using the least amount of resources. Instead, it’s about how well we’ve worked together during the trip—how we’ve supported one another and adapted to unexpected changes....
What is the definition of a successful project? Often, we define success too narrowly, measuring it only against budget, time, and quality. But why not broaden the perspective and take a more holistic approach? The success of a project is about more than just...
We often hear about limited budgets and funding constraints when it comes to investing in automation, business improvement, and customer experience enhancements. A common refrain is that only a limited budget has been allocated for initiatives such as ERP selection...
Business improvement and technology implementation projects are inherently challenging. When forming project teams, we often rely on Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from the core business. These employees, while deeply knowledgeable, are usually engaged in their...
Being a project sponsor for a technology project is not a title; it is a responsibility. To do justice to this responsibility, one must understand what it truly means to be a sponsor. Business knowledge alone is not enough. As a sponsor, you are responsible for making...
Business-As-Usual (BAU) work is like engaging in ongoing warfare. Day in, day out, the troops are busy maintaining the front lines, managing the constant demands and challenges. Project work, however, operates like a special task force: its mission is to develop...