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Stepping up to the cyber security challenge: a new opportunity for non-cyber roles

In the face of escalating cyber threats, non-cyber professionals are pivotal defenders. Christina Arcane, Cyber Security Educator and PM-Partners Training Facilitator, explores cyber security as a whole-of-organisation issue and what roles across the project, change and business spectrum can do to build cyber resilience, while at the same time advancing their careers.

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How business analysts can thrive in agile and hybrid environments

Finding it hard to navigating the ever-changing delivery landscape? Learn how to combine your existing BA skills with new agile approaches to deliver the right tools and techniques to satisfy a range of needs.

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What is SAFe®? A comprehensive guide to the Scaled Agile Framework®

Unlike traditional agile approaches, the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®) is for implementing lean-agile practices at an enterprise level. Here, Quinn Dodsworth, Agile Learning Consultant and Facilitator at PM-Partners, explains what it entails, who it’s for, and how training and certification can benefit your organisation. If you’re new to SAFe, or just starting out with the

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Project leadership: Leading projects and teams to success

Reflecting a core topic from our last PM-Perspectives event, we delve into the area of project leadership and how managers and leaders (and those keen to progress to the next level) can hone their leadership skills and bring out the best in their teams.

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7 core elements of a change management plan

When change will affect core business operations and impact staff and/or customers, a change management plan helps to support the team and ensure a smooth transition. A comprehensive plan serves as a roadmap for change managers and change agents, documenting the actions that need to happen to improve the chances of success. Here’s our guide

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How to use the right data to drive delivery improvements

A strong capability uplift program needs the right data to drive delivery improvements by ensuring that team skills and training align with business objectives. Here’s how to identify the performance metrics that make the biggest difference to delivery outcomes.

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4 steps to choosing the right agile framework

Choosing the right agile framework is a key part of empowering your team to deliver their best work and should be a collaborative effort. Download our framework selection template or checklist to stimulate a meaningful conversation and ensure you make the correct choice together.

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Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®) 6.0 – what’s new?

True to its own principle of relentless improvement, the Scaled Agile Framework® has released its latest iteration – SAFe® 6.0 – featuring a suite of refinements to enable teams to deliver better results, faster. PM-Partners Agility Practice Lead/ Agile Principal Consultant Matt Sharpe and Head of Singapore Stephen Parry talk us through the changes.

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The business analyst: The real change enabler?

Defined as temporary endeavours undertaken to create a unique product, service or result, projects are all about executing change. The role of a business analyst is to ensure that change is conducted in the most effective manner to solve potential problems, maximise opportunities and optimise benefits. Here Senior Consultant, Facilitator and Business Analysis Practice Lead

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5 active learning strategies to uplift your team

Active learning strategies are up to 18 times more effective than passive learning techniques, yet most training and development activities don’t include enough of them. Here are five ways to uplift capability in your team using active learning strategies.

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4 ways to accelerate your team’s delivery capabilities

Organisations understand that the skills and capabilities of their people are key to success, but many are failing to see a return on their L&D investments. That’s because, while training is essential, more attention needs to be given to how new learnings are embedded and applied. Download our infographic for an overview of how to

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