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4 steps to shift from outputs to outcomes

CIO Business Intelligence

Without clear metrics to track and communicate business impact, project teams often focus on completing tasks without fully understanding how their work contributes to broader business goals. He took over project management from a project office struggling with late and over budget performance.

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3 ways to help secure the course of a new transformation program

CIO Business Intelligence

I can’t recall seeing a project timeline that didn’t have a task referring to some type of a mobilization plan during the first 30 days. Assign reporting status responsibility to someone on the client’s project management office (PMO) team throughout as well.

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Top 11 change management certifications to boost your IT career

CIO Business Intelligence

Change management is relevant to nearly every industry, but it’s particularly important for businesses looking to improve processes, increase efficiency, and reduce errors and risk in IT, project management, and software and product development. Certified Problem and Change Manager (CPCM). ITIL Foundation.

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How to get the most out of IT consultants

CIO Business Intelligence

Gain clarity before committing: Interviews and references IT leaders need to make sure the consultants they’re hiring have extensive experience in the company’s industry and markets and will focus on its specific needs. Organizations can use project management tools to track progress, manage tasks, and ensure accountability.

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Top 10 governance, risk, and compliance certifications

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ITIL Expert Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certifications are tied to the ITIL framework , which describes best practices for designing, implementing and managing a wide variety of IT service projects. One rung below the Master level is the popular ITIL Expert.

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What is a data architect? Skills, salaries, and how to become a data framework master

CIO Business Intelligence

According to Bob Lambert , analytics delivery lead at Anthem and former director of CapTech Consulting, important data architect skills include: A foundation in systems development: Data architects must understand the system development life cycle, project management approaches, and requirements, design, and test techniques.

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7 tell-tale signs of fake agile

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The same is not true, sadly, for many agile project management and development initiatives. Real agilists focus on being agile, not blindly following accepted protocols to the ultimate degree, says Troy Frever, vice president of engineering at project management software firm LiquidPlanner.

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