Why your organisation needs better benefits management (and how to improve your practices)
Benefits realisation is the defining factor in project success and the real purpose for the implementation of projects, but many organisations fail to focus enough effort on benefits management. Here, Senior Consultant Steve Vanges discusses this crucial conundrum and offers his tips on how you can improve your benefits management practices.
- Published in Advisory, Delivery, Learning and Development
A BA’s guide to effective facilitation skills in a hybrid world
With hybrid now the norm across many industries, business analysts need to bolster their facilitation skills to meet the changing nature of the new workplace.
- Published in Learning and Development, Projects and Programmes
Smart ways to get ahead in your project delivery career
Market conditions have shifted considerably in recent years, thanks in large part to disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. But while these challenges have caused many to put career moves on hold, others are using it as an opportunity to reach the next level. Here’s how you can put yourself in a stronger position to
How to make project management tools work for you
With the shift to hybrid work and digital disruption gathering pace, now’s the time for savvy project and programme managers to harness the potential of project management tools to elevate their projects – or risk being left behind.
- Published in Learning and Development, Projects and Programmes
3 essential soft skills for project managers
As more organisations embrace new ways of working to solve problems, project managers need a suitcase of soft skills to swiftly pivot, drive change and maintain momentum. Arm yourself for the future and make sure your resume has these top three soft skills for project management success.
- Published in Learning and Development
6 tips for building a winning business case
Developing an effective business case doesn’t have to be a case of trial and error. Whatever the project, a strong business cases typically reflects a number of common characteristics. Here we share five key traits to bear in mind when building a business case to get your project over the line and achieve desired business results.
- Published in Learning and Development, Projects and Programmes
9 great reasons to tap into online learning
In a world of continual change, a commitment to learning and development is more crucial than ever. Fortunately, thanks to the rapid growth of online learning options, it’s never been easier to pick up the skills and certifications you need to stay ahead. Whether it’s an online course offering the freedom to study in your
- Published in Learning and Development
Career insights: Is a career in project management right for you?
Could a career in project management be for you? We explore what being a PM entails, how to get accredited and why project management is such a diverse career choice.
- Published in Industry insights, Learning and Development, Projects and Programmes
Career insight: Is a business analyst career right for you?
Business analysts are highly sought after across a variety of interesting sectors, but what does it actually take to become a BA and what are some of the things you can expect along the way? Here we explore the role of a business analyst and consider why a career as a BA can be so fulfilling.
- Published in Industry insights, Learning and Development
Lean Portfolio Management: the key to getting back on track in 2022
Looking to get back on track after the events of 2021? Find out how to align strategy with execution using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) through Lean Portfolio Management. Apply lean and systems thinking to strategy and investment funding to enable business agility. Within today’s environment, organisations are struggling to make decisions about what they
- Published in Learning and Development, PMO
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