Measures for assurance - Introduction and user group experience webinar
Monday 29 April 2019
APM Assurance Specific Interest Group
Presented by:
Tim Podesta and Matt Bruce-Kingsmill
The link to the write up page and resources of this webinar: https://www.apm.org.uk/news/measures-for-assurance-introduction-and-user-group-experience-webinar/
A presentation by Geoff Reiss, made at the APM South Wales and West of England branch seminar 'Project Controls: A 1 day Seminar' on Wednesday, 2nd October 2013
A presentation by Andrew Langridge, made at the APM South Wales and West of England branch seminar 'Project Controls: A 1 day Seminar' on Wednesday, 2nd October 2013
A presentation by David Insley, made at the APM South Wales and West of England branch seminar 'Project Controls: A 1 day Seminar' on Wednesday, 2nd October 2013
Dealing With Troubled Projects in 8 Simple StepsDoug Ziemke
When projects go from slightly off track to troubled, it's important for the PM to get through the issues quickly and get the project back on the right foot. This simple primer provides 8 simple steps to help the PM keep focused.
A presentation by Geoff Reiss, made at the APM South Wales and West of England branch seminar 'Project Controls: A 1 day Seminar' on Wednesday, 2nd October 2013
A presentation by Andrew Langridge, made at the APM South Wales and West of England branch seminar 'Project Controls: A 1 day Seminar' on Wednesday, 2nd October 2013
A presentation by David Insley, made at the APM South Wales and West of England branch seminar 'Project Controls: A 1 day Seminar' on Wednesday, 2nd October 2013
Dealing With Troubled Projects in 8 Simple StepsDoug Ziemke
When projects go from slightly off track to troubled, it's important for the PM to get through the issues quickly and get the project back on the right foot. This simple primer provides 8 simple steps to help the PM keep focused.
This presentation was delivered by Jeremy Harrison at a recent APM Risk SIG event entitled Communicating risk across the project portfolio. Further information including slides from other presenters can be viewed here http://www.apm.org.uk/news/communicating-risk-across-project-portfolio
“Selecting and implementing a new asset finance system? In the second of three articles, we go back to basics to take a look at what you need to consider at the start of your project to give yourself the best chance of success.”
This has necessarily been a brief look at Project Initiation. We welcome comments and would be happy to help you get your project off to a good start.
FWD50 Agile/ Lean Workshop Slides - November 1
Ottawa Ontario, Canada. Authors/Presenters: Dan MurphyGlenn Waters, Ellen Grove, Craig Szelestowski - Thanks Team
Why Projects Fail + Four Steps to SucceedKevin Wordon
Understand why digital and IT projects fail and discover four simple project management tips to succeed.
Topics covered:
- Agile Decision Making
- The OODA Loop
- Clear Direction & Common Goals
- Defining Requirements
- Forming Your Project Team
The effectiveness of risk management depends on the people who set it up and coordinate the risk management process to do their job properly.
On many programs, risk management consists only of having a policy and oversight, not managing in the presence of uncertainty.
If we treat red flags as false alarms rather than early warnings of danger this incubates the threats to program success.
• Group think of dominate leaders often inhibits good thinking about risks.
Practical Strategies for Project Recovery Webinar SlidesPM Solutions
Organizations spend a lot of money on projects. In the last year alone, the average firm closed US$200 million in projects, according to a just-released study conducted by PM Solutions Research. And more than a third of those projects were troubled. That means US$74 million of those projects were at risk of failure. The good news is that project recoveries are common and firms that proactively undertake successful project recoveries report saving US$50 million on average per firm. Learn what other organizations are doing to recover troubled projects and the significant business results they have been able to realize.
This is the presentation from Dan Murphy, AdaptiveOrg Inc., to the Gov't of Canada Standing Committee of Gov't Operations and Estimates given Oct. 17, 2017
The purpose of this article is to conceptualize and identify troubled projects and allow their evaluation and possible recovery, minimizing the impact of the negative effects in the event of a total failure. The word recovery, as used here, has a meaning that is different than usual. It does not mean leading the project to the intended success from the planning phase but to minimize total failure.
Lecture on project governance and failure presented to a Master’s level class in strategic project management at University College London on March 25-26, 2009. The class was led by Dr. Andrew Edkins, UCL Senior Lecturer.
I blogged about this on ZDNet: http://blogs.zdnet.com/projectfailures/?p=2528
Presentation given at the Kansas City Chapter of PMI several years ago. Examines and details 4 failed projects, their effects and how they were dealt with.
SymEx 2015 - Troubled Project Recovery, The Story of Firefighter & HeroPMI Indonesia Chapter
Have you ever been assigned to lead a project that was already in trouble?
Can troubled projects be recovered, or are they doomed to fail?
How do we know whether we can still rescue it or we just have to terminate it?
With little time to hone the perfect approach, project managers need to be able to identify and address the major causes of their troubled projects. Then, by understanding the causes, they can effectively deal with the issues, mitigate major risks and manage stakeholder expectations.
However, sometimes, the project is simply a 100% outright disaster. In this case, project managers should prepare themselves to come up with choices. They should be able to stand up and escalate to senior management/project owners to gain their decisions on whether to proceed.
Whether a troubled project ultimately succeeds or fails depends on the effectiveness of the actions taken to recover the project. Before these actions can be taken, however, project managers need to be able to recognize problems and prepare to take appropriate corrective measures. All of these actions need to be carried out with speed, accuracy and focus.
Through this presentation you will learn practical processes and techniques to assess the status of a project, to determine whether you can rescue the project through recovery plans, then finally to turn the project around.
5 immutable principles of project success (v2)(notes)Glen Alleman
5 Immutable principles of project success applied to the Rocky Flats Environmental Technology Site (RFETS) describing how the nations largest nuclear weapons plants was closed using Measures of effectiveness, Measures of Performance and Technical Performance Measures.
This is based on hypothetical scenarios and random calculations to showcase the various steps of Project Management. This has not covered the 10 knowledge areas of PMBOK rather it is limited based on our hypothetical project requirements.
If the project is big then you may be required to include all the knowledge areas.
Information Technology Risk ManagementGlen Alleman
The concept of managing the development or deployment of an Information Technology (IT) system using deterministic, linear, and causal analysis contains several pitfalls. As IT systems grow in complexity, the interaction between their components becomes non–linear and indeterminate, creating many opportunities for failure.
Here is the Part 4 of six sigma training course. Skillogic is providing training for both six sigma black and green belt courses along with certification.
Skillogic classroom training available in Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad. For mode details visit website.
Excited to share my presentation on Lesson 03 - "Doing the Work" for PMI Authorized PMP Exam Preparation! 📊🌐
In this session, I'll delve into the core aspects of effective project management, aligning your skills with PMI's renowned PMP certification. We'll explore the art of translating theory into practical action, delivering tangible results in complex projects. Join me in unraveling the secrets to success in the PMP exam journey! 💡🚀
#PMPExam #ProjectManagement #PMP #PMI #Certification #ProfessionalGrowth
This presentation was delivered by Jeremy Harrison at a recent APM Risk SIG event entitled Communicating risk across the project portfolio. Further information including slides from other presenters can be viewed here http://www.apm.org.uk/news/communicating-risk-across-project-portfolio
“Selecting and implementing a new asset finance system? In the second of three articles, we go back to basics to take a look at what you need to consider at the start of your project to give yourself the best chance of success.”
This has necessarily been a brief look at Project Initiation. We welcome comments and would be happy to help you get your project off to a good start.
FWD50 Agile/ Lean Workshop Slides - November 1
Ottawa Ontario, Canada. Authors/Presenters: Dan MurphyGlenn Waters, Ellen Grove, Craig Szelestowski - Thanks Team
Why Projects Fail + Four Steps to SucceedKevin Wordon
Understand why digital and IT projects fail and discover four simple project management tips to succeed.
Topics covered:
- Agile Decision Making
- The OODA Loop
- Clear Direction & Common Goals
- Defining Requirements
- Forming Your Project Team
The effectiveness of risk management depends on the people who set it up and coordinate the risk management process to do their job properly.
On many programs, risk management consists only of having a policy and oversight, not managing in the presence of uncertainty.
If we treat red flags as false alarms rather than early warnings of danger this incubates the threats to program success.
• Group think of dominate leaders often inhibits good thinking about risks.
Practical Strategies for Project Recovery Webinar SlidesPM Solutions
Organizations spend a lot of money on projects. In the last year alone, the average firm closed US$200 million in projects, according to a just-released study conducted by PM Solutions Research. And more than a third of those projects were troubled. That means US$74 million of those projects were at risk of failure. The good news is that project recoveries are common and firms that proactively undertake successful project recoveries report saving US$50 million on average per firm. Learn what other organizations are doing to recover troubled projects and the significant business results they have been able to realize.
This is the presentation from Dan Murphy, AdaptiveOrg Inc., to the Gov't of Canada Standing Committee of Gov't Operations and Estimates given Oct. 17, 2017
The purpose of this article is to conceptualize and identify troubled projects and allow their evaluation and possible recovery, minimizing the impact of the negative effects in the event of a total failure. The word recovery, as used here, has a meaning that is different than usual. It does not mean leading the project to the intended success from the planning phase but to minimize total failure.
Lecture on project governance and failure presented to a Master’s level class in strategic project management at University College London on March 25-26, 2009. The class was led by Dr. Andrew Edkins, UCL Senior Lecturer.
I blogged about this on ZDNet: http://blogs.zdnet.com/projectfailures/?p=2528
Presentation given at the Kansas City Chapter of PMI several years ago. Examines and details 4 failed projects, their effects and how they were dealt with.
SymEx 2015 - Troubled Project Recovery, The Story of Firefighter & HeroPMI Indonesia Chapter
Have you ever been assigned to lead a project that was already in trouble?
Can troubled projects be recovered, or are they doomed to fail?
How do we know whether we can still rescue it or we just have to terminate it?
With little time to hone the perfect approach, project managers need to be able to identify and address the major causes of their troubled projects. Then, by understanding the causes, they can effectively deal with the issues, mitigate major risks and manage stakeholder expectations.
However, sometimes, the project is simply a 100% outright disaster. In this case, project managers should prepare themselves to come up with choices. They should be able to stand up and escalate to senior management/project owners to gain their decisions on whether to proceed.
Whether a troubled project ultimately succeeds or fails depends on the effectiveness of the actions taken to recover the project. Before these actions can be taken, however, project managers need to be able to recognize problems and prepare to take appropriate corrective measures. All of these actions need to be carried out with speed, accuracy and focus.
Through this presentation you will learn practical processes and techniques to assess the status of a project, to determine whether you can rescue the project through recovery plans, then finally to turn the project around.
5 immutable principles of project success (v2)(notes)Glen Alleman
5 Immutable principles of project success applied to the Rocky Flats Environmental Technology Site (RFETS) describing how the nations largest nuclear weapons plants was closed using Measures of effectiveness, Measures of Performance and Technical Performance Measures.
This is based on hypothetical scenarios and random calculations to showcase the various steps of Project Management. This has not covered the 10 knowledge areas of PMBOK rather it is limited based on our hypothetical project requirements.
If the project is big then you may be required to include all the knowledge areas.
Information Technology Risk ManagementGlen Alleman
The concept of managing the development or deployment of an Information Technology (IT) system using deterministic, linear, and causal analysis contains several pitfalls. As IT systems grow in complexity, the interaction between their components becomes non–linear and indeterminate, creating many opportunities for failure.
Here is the Part 4 of six sigma training course. Skillogic is providing training for both six sigma black and green belt courses along with certification.
Skillogic classroom training available in Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad. For mode details visit website.
Excited to share my presentation on Lesson 03 - "Doing the Work" for PMI Authorized PMP Exam Preparation! 📊🌐
In this session, I'll delve into the core aspects of effective project management, aligning your skills with PMI's renowned PMP certification. We'll explore the art of translating theory into practical action, delivering tangible results in complex projects. Join me in unraveling the secrets to success in the PMP exam journey! 💡🚀
#PMPExam #ProjectManagement #PMP #PMI #Certification #ProfessionalGrowth
PMP - Project Initiation Template for ProfessionalsDaniel_Mccrea
WHAT
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A helpful guide for Project Management Professionals who are at the beginning of their projects in 'Project Initiation'.
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Written in plain English for use in the real world (not just for study). If you're a professional who's rusty on Initiation or have fallen into bad habits - this guide will remind you what questions to ask,...and why!
BY
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Daniel Mccrea a PRINCE2(R) and PMP(R) certified Project Manager specialising in online Software/ & Content Delivery.
Visit me here:
ie.linkedin.com/in/danielmccrea/
Are project tracking tools helping or complicating Continuous Improvement Pro...Kubilay Balci
Are project tracking tools helping or complicating Continuous Improvement Projects? presented by Kubilay Balci at 8. Project Management Symposium in Vienna June 7th, 2017.
click here for narratives:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/project-tracking-tools-helping-complicating-continuous-kubilay-balci
Program Management 2.0: Risk ManagementJohn Carter
From a course titled Program Management 2.0, this presentation pulls together a suite of tools for identifying risk, putting in place a risk register with trip wires, and and reporting risk retirement.
Lean Six sigma Black Belt Training Part 6Lean Insight
Lean-insight.com is providing lean six sigma training for both black belt and green belts.
For Bangalore training centre you can visit: http://lean-insight.com/six-sigma-training-bangalore/
APM webinar hosted by the Scotland Network on 14 May 2024.
Speakers: Chris Drysdale and Peter Huggett
An interactive session discussing how Project Managers can identify mental health symptoms, provide tools to help themselves and others, plus also increase the capabilities of the Project Management function. This webinar was held on 14 May 2024.
The covid-19 pandemic led to concerns about a worsening of mental health & wellbeing across the world and increased awareness in both society and the workplace. This webinar looks to advise the benefits of having a Mental Health First Aid function in the workplace whilst also providing tools and techniques that can be readily used and applied to yourself and colleagues. Additionally, there are wider benefits to Project Management which will be proposed and discussed.
Making communications land - Are they received and understood as intended? webinar
Thursday 2 May 2024
A joint webinar created by the APM Enabling Change and APM People Interest Networks, this is the third of our three part series on Making Communications Land.
presented by
Ian Cribbes, Director, IMC&T Ltd
@cribbesheet
The link to the write up page and resources of this webinar:
https://www.apm.org.uk/news/making-communications-land-are-they-received-and-understood-as-intended-webinar/
Content description:
How do we ensure that what we have communicated was received and understood as we intended and how do we course correct if it has not.
APM Welcome
Tuesday 30 April 2024
APM North West Network Conference, Synergies Across Sectors
Presented by:
Professor Adam Boddison OBE, Chief Executive Officer, APM
Conference overview:
https://www.apm.org.uk/community/apm-north-west-branch-conference/
Content description:
APM welcome from CEO
The main conference objective was to promote the Project Management profession with interaction between project practitioners, APM Corporate members, current project management students, academia and all who have an interest in projects.
Projecting for the Future: Harmonising Energy and Environment
Tuesday 30 April 2024
APM North West Network Conference, Synergies Across Sectors
Presented by:
Graham Winch, Professor of Project Management, Alliance Manchester Business School
Conference overview:
https://www.apm.org.uk/community/apm-north-west-branch-conference/
Content description:
APM launched Projecting the Future in June 2019 to debate the challenges and opportunities for the profession, building on the 2017 Future of Project Management exercise conducted by Arup and University College London. This presentation provides the initial results from this third phase of reflection on the future of our profession.
The main conference objective was to promote the Project Management profession with interaction between project practitioners, APM Corporate members, current project management students, academia and all who have an interest in projects.
New to Nuclear - Transition into nuclear from other sectors
Tuesday 30 April 2024
APM North West Network Conference, Synergies Across Sectors
Presented by:
Elaine Falconer, Head of Profession for Project Management, Jacobs
and
Karen Williams, Project Manager, Jacobs
Conference overview:
https://www.apm.org.uk/community/apm-north-west-branch-conference/
Content description:
In this session, Jacobs shared insights and learning from its ‘New to Nuclear’ programme designed to support mid-career and lateral entrants whose existing skills and expertise can be utilised in the nuclear sector.
The main conference objective was to promote the Project Management profession with interaction between project practitioners, APM Corporate members, current project management students, academia and all who have an interest in projects.
Tell us what to do, not how to do it
Tuesday 30 April 2024
APM North West Network Conference, Synergies Across Sectors
Presented by:
Alan Livingstone, Project Delivery Lead, UK&I Water Sector, Stantec
Conference overview:
https://www.apm.org.uk/community/apm-north-west-branch-conference/
Content description:
How the Stantec Project Management Framework provides our PMs with the flexibility to deliver projects of varying complexity, across a variety of different sectors, within a Global Organisation.
The main conference objective was to promote the Project Management profession with interaction between project practitioners, APM Corporate members, current project management students, academia and all who have an interest in projects.
The Future is Fractional
Tuesday 30 April 2024
APM North West Network Conference, Synergies Across Sectors
Presented by:
Karen Frith, Founder & Managing Partner, Greenlight Partners
Conference overview:
https://www.apm.org.uk/community/apm-north-west-branch-conference/
Content description:
Discovering the transformational impact of working with fractional experts. Learning how businesses and professionals are embracing fractional roles and how they’re redefining work structures for optimal agility and efficiency.
The main conference objective was to promote the Project Management profession with interaction between project practitioners, APM Corporate members, current project management students, academia and all who have an interest in projects.
Lessons learned across projects
Tuesday 30 April 2024
APM North West Network Conference, Synergies Across Sectors
Presented by:
Barney Harle, Head of Major Projects, Manchester City Council
Conference overview:
https://www.apm.org.uk/community/apm-north-west-branch-conference/
Content description:
What are my key takeaways from working on a vast array of projects including the recent 30+ low carbon and decarbonisation schemes at Manchester City Council?
The main conference objective was to promote the Project Management profession with interaction between project practitioners, APM Corporate members, current project management students, academia and all who have an interest in projects.
Agile Adaptability: Navigating Project Management in a Dynamic World
Tuesday 30 April 2024
APM North West Network Conference, Synergies Across Sectors
Presented by:
Nathan Lumb, Partners Project Manager, GEIC
Conference overview:
https://www.apm.org.uk/community/apm-north-west-branch-conference/
Content description:
This presentation delved into the vital role adaptability plays in modern project management.
The main conference objective was to promote the Project Management profession with interaction between project practitioners, APM Corporate members, current project management students, academia and all who have an interest in projects.
Inclusive Practices in Project Management: Leveraging Digital Frameworks for Diverse Minds
Tuesday 30 April 2024
APM North West Network Conference, Synergies Across Sectors
Presented by:
Caroline Keep, PhD researcher Digitization in Education Organisation, University of Central Lancaster
Conference overview:
https://www.apm.org.uk/community/apm-north-west-branch-conference/
Content description:
This talk aimed to provide actionable insights and strategies for embedding inclusivity into the fabric of project management, thereby unlocking the new dimensions of productivity and innovation in the digital sphere.
The main conference objective was to promote the Project Management profession with interaction between project practitioners, APM Corporate members, current project management students, academia and all who have an interest in projects.
Leadership - the project professionals secret weapon
Wednesday 24 April 2024
APM East of England Network
Presented by:
Chris MacLeod
Keep up to date with the APM East of England Network:
https://www.apm.org.uk/community/east-of-england-network/
Content description:
“I’m a Project Manager”.
That’s often what we tell family, friends and peers when asked what we do. But is it really a fair description? It may well be our role title, but it probably doesn’t convey a lot of what we actually do.
This presentation and discussion is about going beyond the frameworks, processes and stereotypes associated with project management and exploring the leadership roles we all in fact perform.
“I provide leadership focused on delivering projects and change for organisations”
APM Project Management Awards - Hints and tips for a winning award entry webinar
Thursday 18 April 2024
The APM Awards overview and the resources of this webinar:
https://www.apm.org.uk/apm-awards/
Content description:
Ahead of the APM Awards 2024, find out from our expert panel what elements make a winning APM Award entry.
Learn how to choose the category best suited to you or your company.
Answers provided to those all-important questions:
-What importance does the criteria hold?
-What are the judging panel looking for?
-How should I structure my entry?
-What additional evidence is acceptable?
-What will give my entry an edge?
X hashtag: #APMawards
The Vyrnwy Aqueduct Modernisation Programme webinar
Wednesday 17 April 2024
APM North West Network
Presented by:
Katie Rowlands
The link to the write up page and resources of this webinar:
https://www.apm.org.uk/news/the-vyrnwy-aqueduct-modernisation-programme-webinar/
Content description:
Spotlight on the Vyrnwy Aqueduct Modernisation Programme and the challenges facing a large project within Cheshire.
The Vyrnwy Aqueduct Modernisation Programme is one of United Utilities largest projects focused on the modernisation of three 42” aqueducts that carry clean drinking water across the North West.
This webinar covered the Vyrnwy project and an insight into the project challenges that face a live project within the Cheshire area.
APM event hosted by the London Network on 10 April 2024.
Speaker: Nick Fewings, MD of Ngagementworks
In March 2022, Nick Fewings, Ngagementworks, MD of Ngagementworks, published Team Lead Succeed, based on his 30+years of both leading operational and project teams, and subsequently facilitating team development around the world.
It has become a best seller, with a 96% 5-star review rating, and has been read on 5 of the 7 continents.
In this interactive session, Nick will share learning from Team Lead Succeed that can be applied immediately and make a positive difference to your teamwork.
Nick will share the importance of knowing both WHO is in your team and also HOW effective your teamwork is.
Only 10% of teams achieve high-performance, with 50% being average and 40% dysfunctional.
In this session, delivered by award-winning conference speaker Nick Fewings, and author of best-seller Team Lead Succeed, Nick will share his 30+ years of leading teams and facilitating team development.
Nick has profiled 1,000 of individuals and worked with 100s of teams.
Those attending will benefit from understanding;
Why many projects fail to achieve their goals.
Not relying on just measuring KPIs.
The importance of knowing WHO is in your team, both from a behavioural and technical skills aspect.
The 16 areas of high-performance teamwork, and their importance.
https://www.apm.org.uk/news/team-lead-succeed-helping-you-and-your-team-achieve-high-performance-teamwork-2/
Currently Knowledge Transfer Subject Matter Expert (Commercial) in the UKDT PMO on the Peru Reconstruction Plan. Stuart has more than 25 years’ track record of commercial and contract management experience working across both public and private sector projects, as well as more than 20 years’ experience in the development and delivery of professional training. As well as working for Gleeds in the UK and Peru, Stuart has also worked in China for Gleeds and has supported people development in Gleeds’ offices in Egypt and Poland. Stuart has been well placed to support the adoption of the NEC and UK Cost Management best practice in Peru – he was Chair of the RICS New Rules of Measurement (NRM) initiative and was heavily involved in the creation of the RICS Black Book Guidance (best practice in cost management).
APM event hosted by the Midlands Network on 11 April 2024.
Speaker: Carole Osterweil
Data is power. AI changes everything.
If the claims about both are true, how can we ensure we use data and AI well? And what does it mean for the very things which make us human - our feelings?
In this workshop Carole will draw on material from her ground-breaking book, Neuroscience for Project Success: why people behave as they do to answer both questions.
“We like to think our decision making is completely rational. However, once there's an element of uncertainty, conscious assessments are only part of the story. Two other inputs, both subconscious and driven by our innate need to survive, have a big impact.
One, automatic reactions driven by cognitive biases, gets plenty of airtime.
The other input, our raw visceral emotions might be scary to talk about and less understood - but that’s not a reason to pretend they don’t exist!”
This interactive workshop will draw on material from Carole’s book, Neuroscience for Project Success: why people behave as they do, published by APM in 2022.
You’ll come away with:
a clear understanding of how the human brain works.
a framework that:
explains ‘why people behave as they do’.
makes it easier to talk about feelings in a matter-of-fact way (so that they become part of your conscious data set)
new insights into yourself and your projects in a world that’s often characterised by stress and disorder.
Act on these insights and you’ll see the impact - on your teams and stakeholders, your decisions about how to use data and AI, and ultimately your project outcomes.
AI in the project profession: examples of current use and roadmaps to adoption webinar
Wednesday 27 March 2024
Association for Project Management
Speaker panel:
Andy Murray, James White, James Garner, Karina Singh and Alex Robertson
The link to the write up page and resources of this webinar:
https://www.apm.org.uk/news/ai-in-the-project-profession-examples-of-current-use-and-roadmaps-to-adoption-webinar/
Content description:
Disruptive technology and accelerating change is the now the norm within business. Advancements that feel relatively recent are already becoming embedded into business-as-usual activity. AI is one such advancement; it is already being used and having real-world impacts across the project profession.
To help P3M professionals understand the implications of this change, APM invited representatives from organisations that have introduced or are preparing to introduce AI into their project workstreams, to explain their approach and share their insight with fellow professionals.
This webinar on explored how AI is currently being used in project and programme management, and how organisations are gearing up for its adoption.
Katharine works for WRAP which is a climate action NGO working in more than 40 countries around the globe to tackle the causes of the climate crisis and give the planet a sustainable future. In this session, you will learn about WRAP’s plastics programme and how sustainability has been incorporated as a core value in delivery of the programme, with the aim of inspiring the audience to take action in their own work.
Kai-Fu Lee predicted that AI would change the world more than anything in the history of humanity – even electricity. It would disrupt how we live and work, how we operate our businesses, the core products and services on offer and the way in which we build technology.
However, in 2024 the impact of AI can no longer be discussed in future tense. With Microsoft copilot now publicly available, the change is already upon us. There is no consultation period or ‘unsubscribe’ button.
Project management professionals are likely to be asked to manage AI projects - and we are expected to skilfully use AI in our daily work lives. While overwhelming, this is not the first time we’ve had to adapt.
Sarah helps her audience sharpen their cutting-edge skills by answering:
What do I need to know about AI right now?
If I’m asked to work on an AI project, what techniques do I need to be successful?
Where do I start my own learning journey to upskill and prepare?
Sarah’s expertise in advanced agile and experience in highly regulated Finance environments give her a unique perspective into balancing governance with technical innovation. She uses her own experience building an AI solution in 2023 to share practical, widely applicable concepts in an “AI for project managers” 101 style session.
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
Model Attribute Check Company Auto PropertyCeline George
In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
Biological screening of herbal drugs: Introduction and Need for
Phyto-Pharmacological Screening, New Strategies for evaluating
Natural Products, In vitro evaluation techniques for Antioxidants, Antimicrobial and Anticancer drugs. In vivo evaluation techniques
for Anti-inflammatory, Antiulcer, Anticancer, Wound healing, Antidiabetic, Hepatoprotective, Cardio protective, Diuretics and
Antifertility, Toxicity studies as per OECD guidelines
The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France. It marked the decline of absolute monarchies, the rise of secular and democratic republics, and the eventual rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. This revolutionary period is crucial in understanding the transition from feudalism to modernity in Europe.
For more information, visit-www.vavaclasses.com
Acetabularia Information For Class 9 .docxvaibhavrinwa19
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A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
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Measures for assurance - Introduction and user group experience webinar, 29 April 2019
1. Measures for Assuring Projects
Webinar
Tim Podesta
MAPM, F.I Mech E.
Assurance SIG
Matt Bruce-Kingsmill
ChPP, FAPM MCMI.
Senior Project & Programme Manager Leidos
7. Category Acceptable (practices plus achievement)
Reactive
Poor (minimal practices/control)
score 7 if approaching good, otherwise score 6 score 5 if approaching acceptable, 4 if corrective
actions are being implemented but have not
taken effect yet, otherwise 3
Risks &
Opportunities
Up to date risk registers in place identifying
actions with monthly review cycle
Risk registers exist but may not be up to date
and risks not well articulated
Risk owners identified some coordinated action
and sharing of information
Not all risks allocated owners
In house core of expertise formally trained in
basic risk management skills
Variable availability of staff, limited or no training
Measures for Assuring Projects : Risk Extract
9. LEIDOS / SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT CASE STUDY
APM MEASURES FOR ASSURING PROJECTS
Matt Bruce-Kingsmill (Leidos)
Ken Goodlad (Scottish Government)
Colin Napier (Leidos)
Andrew Fahey (Leidos)
10. Programme Leadership Team
Matt Bruce-Kingsmill Ken Goodlad Colin Napier
MiCase Delivery Manager MiCase SRO/Sponsor MiCase Technical
Assurance Advisor
Andrew Fahey
MiCase Development
Manager
11. Leidos - Critical Solutions for a Variety of Missions
A growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on
safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the
United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence,
healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.
Examples include managing and modernising critical infrastructures, applications and
business processes for clients such as the Scottish Government, Ministry of Justice,
NATS, National Health Service, NATO and the U.K. Ministry of Defence's £6.7 billion LCST
programme.
The success of this work in the U.K. and beyond shows that we are a trusted partner in the
region and that our people can deliver innovative solutions to solve the most challenging
problems.
https://youtu.be/2EO_WDJTPz4
12. Customised software development to enable transformational business
change to how Scottish Government handle correspondence.
What is the MiCase Programme?
13. ➢ Governance requirement of funding award to produce and follow an SG Integrated
Assurance Plan.
➢ However the template process provided added very little value to the programme
delivery team, and we wanted to incorporate an assurance activity that would help our
delivery of the programme on a day to day basis.
Why we looked at the Toolkit
14. APM Assurance Toolkit Indicators
Assurance
Criterion
Best of breed (best practices
plus demonstrated
achievement)
Good (practices plus
achievement) proactive
Score 9 if approaching best of
breed, otherwise score 8.
Acceptable (practices plus
achievement) reactive
Score 7 if approaching good,
otherwise score 6.
Poor (minimal
practices/control)
Score 5 if approaching
acceptable, 4 if corrective
actions are being
implemented but have not
taken effect yet, otherwise 3.
Red
Score 2 if approaching poor, 1
if corrective actions are being
implemented but have not
taken effect yet, otherwise
score 0.
Clear scope aligned with
business need, deliverables,
schedule, acceptance
process and benefits
realisation.
Clear scope aligned with
business need, deliverables,
schedule, outline acceptance
process and benefits
realisation.
Scope aligned with business
need, deliverables, schedule,
benefits and acceptance
criteria are articulated but lack
clarity.
Scope lacks sufficient
definition for acceptance
criteria and for confident
implementation or benefit
realisation.
Scope does not contain
acceptance criteria or
sufficient detail for
implementation.
Clear sponsor and customer
obligations.
Clear high level sponsor and
customer obligations – some
ambiguity in detail.
Sponsor and customer
obligations apparent, but lack
clarity.
Sponsor and customer
obligations are vague and
benefits are not fully
articulated.
Sponsor and customer
obligations are not stated;
benefits are not articulated.
Recognised standard of
change control.
Change control process
essentially sound but may be
slow or fail to fully
communicate consequences
of change.
Change control in place, but
with some clear
shortcomings.
Informal or ineffective change
control.
No change control process.
Red, amber, green or blue
status and score for each
criterion
Risk and opportunity
management built in to day-to-
day business.
Up-to-date risk registers in
place, identifying actions, with
monthly review cycle.
Risk registers exist, but may
not be up-todate and risks not
well articulated.
No risk register or plan to
address risks.
Project management is risk All project team members Risk owners identified with Not all risks allocated owners. Risk management not
Client and
Scope
Risks and
Opportunities
Delivery Assurance Template
15. APM Assurance Toolkit Report
MiCase Pathway to Live
Ken Goodlad
Matt Bruce-Kingsmill
Avtar Virdee
Score Meets Indicator(s) Evidence Seen/Comments
1a
1b
1c
1
2a
2b
2c
2
3a
3b
3
Project/Programme:
Sponsor:
Delivery Manager:
Technical Architect:
Report Date:
Assessment Undertaken by:
Client and Scope
Risks and
Opportunities
Planning and
Scheduling
APM Assurance Toolkit Report
MiCase Pathway to Live
Ken Goodlad
Matt Bruce-Kingsmill
Avtar Virdee
Score Meets Indicator(s) Evidence Seen/Comments
1a 7
Scope aligned with business need, deliverables, schedule,
benefits and acceptance criteria are articulated but lack
clarity.
1b
1c
1
2a
2b
2c
2
3a
3b
3
Project/Programme:
Sponsor:
Delivery Manager:
Technical Architect:
Report Date:
Assessment Undertaken by:
Client and Scope
Risks and
Opportunities
Planning and
Scheduling
16.
17. Report Date
1.ClientandScope
2.RisksandOpportunities
3.PlanningandScheduling
4.OrganisationalCapabilityandCulture
5.SupplyChain
6.Solution
7.Finance
8.SocialResponsibilityandSustainability
9.Performance
10.Governance
OverallAssuranceScore
11-Apr-2018 7.3 6 8 8 8 7 8 3 8 9 7.3
23-Mar-2018 7.3 3 7 8 8 8 9 3 7 9 6.9
12-Mar-2018 8 6 8 7 6 7 8 5 8 9 7.2
05-Feb-2018 8 6 8 7 6 6 9 5 8 8 7
15-Jan-2018 8 6 8 7 6 7 9 5 8 8 7.1
04-Dec-2017 7.7 5 8 7 6 7 8 5 7 7 6.8
06-Nov-2017 8 5 7 7 6 7 8 5 7 7 6.8
Latest Self Assessment Summary Status (From APM Assurance Toolkit)
Procedures have been standardised, documented, and communicated through
training and it has been mandated that the processes are to be followed.
Some significant deviations may not have been detected by the project team
and minor problems are occurring, but there is little risk of the project failing.
Documents are, at a minimum:
• agreed with the client/stakeholders;
• shared with and accessible to the project team;
• fit for purpose i.e. have a level of detail and structure that is in proportion to
the project.
N.B. Report dated 23/3/2018 represents scores given by Keith Nicholson as part of
independent assurance review and issue underpinning amber risk and opportunity
score has already been corrected.
Delivery Assurance Delivery
Assurance RAG
Report Date
1.ClientandScope
2.RisksandOpportunities
3.PlanningandScheduling
4.OrganisationalCapabilityandCulture
5.SupplyChain
6.Solution
7.Finance
8.SocialResponsibilityandSustainability
9.Performance
10.Governance
OverallAssuranceScore
14-Nov-2018 8 6 8 9 7 8 8 6 8 10 7.7
08-Oct-2018 8 6 8 9 7 7 8 6 8 10 7.7
04-Sep-2018 7.7 6 8 8 7 7 8 6 8 10 7.6
13-Aug-2018 7.7 6 8 8 5 7 6 6 8 10 7.2
29-Jun-2018 7.3 6 8 8 8 7 9 4 8 10 7.5
05-Jun-2018 7.3 6 8 8 8 7 9 4 8 10 7.5
09-May-2018 7.3 6 8 8 8 7 9 4 8 10 7.5
11-Apr-2018 7.3 6 8 8 8 7 8 3 8 9 7.3
23-Mar-2018 7.3 3 7 8 8 8 9 3 7 9 6.9
12-Mar-2018 8 6 8 7 6 7 8 5 8 9 7.2
05-Feb-2018 8 6 8 7 6 6 9 5 8 8 7
15-Jan-2018 8 6 8 7 6 7 9 5 8 8 7.1
18. Can be used across multiple project, programme and portfolio
layers
19. assurance framework be to extended to cover technical
Agile programme
Been involved for a number of years
Technical Assurance
20. Tha sinn a’ lorg dòighean nas fhearr airson bathar-bog a leasachadh is sinne ris an aon rud is a’
cuideachadh daoine eile ’ga dhèanamh. Ri linn na h-obrach seo, tha sinn a-nis a’ cur luach sna
rudan a leanas:
Daoine is dàimh seach pròiseasan is innealan
Bathar-bog a tha ag obair seach docamaideadh mionaideach
Co-obrachadh le custamairean seach rèiteachadh chùmhnantan
Freagairt a thoirt air atharrachadh seach plana a leantainn
Ged a tha luach sna rudan air an taobh deas, tha sin ri ràdh gun cuir sinn luach nas motha sna
rudan air an taobh chlì.
https://agilemanifesto.org/
Aithris-rùn air leasachadh bathair-bhog sgiobalta
21. We are uncovering better ways of developing software by doing it and helping others do it.
Through this work we have come to value:
Individuals and interactions over processes and tools
Working software over comprehensive documentation
Customer collaboration over contract negotiation
Responding to change over following a plan
That is, while there is value in the items on the right, we value the items on the left more.
https://agilemanifesto.org/
Manifesto for Agile Software Development
22. Prioritises working software
Welcome fluid requirements
Frequent delivery of working software
Continuous attention to technical excellence and good design
enhances agility
At regular intervals, the team reflects on how to become more
effective, then tunes and adjusts its behavior accordingly
Motivated individuals
Face to face communication
Agile Manifesto Principles (abridged)
27. Report Date
1.Scope
2.RisksandOpportunities
3.PlanningandScheduling
4.Solution
5.Deployment
6.Documentation
OverallAssuranceScore
12-Apr-2018 7.3 6 7.5 6.3 8 2.3 6.2
03-Apr-2018 6 6 7 5.3 6 3.3 5.6
23-Mar-2018 8 5.5 7 8.8 7 2 6.4
13-Mar-2018 5 4 7 6 6 4 5.3
15-Feb-2018 5.3 3 7 5.5 5 4 5
29-Jan-2018 6.3 3.5 7 4.8 7 4.3 5.5
18-Jan-2018 6.7 5 7.5 5.8 8 5 6.3
13-Dec-2017 6.3 4.5 7.5 5.5 8 5 6.1
Latest Self Assessment Summary Status (From Leidos Agile
Technical Assurance Toolkit)
Procedures have been standardised, documented, and communicated
through training and it has been mandated that the processes are to
be followed. Some significant deviations may not have been detected
by the development team and minor problems are occurring, but there
is little risk of the project failing.
N.B:
1. As part of the continuous review of process Leidos felt that a
weakness in the Technical Assurance Toolkit report was recording
documents that were not due for completion as 10. The toolkit criteria
has been altered to mark documentation in that state as 5. As a result
scores in previous assessments have been retrospectively adjusted to
reflect this change of approach.
2. The report dated 23/3/2018 represents scores given by Keith
Nicholson as part of independent assurance review and issue
underpinning amber risk and opportunity score has already been
corrected.
Technical Assurance Technical
Assurance RAG
Report Date
1.Scope
2.RisksandOpportunities
3.PlanningandScheduling
4.Solution
5.Deployment
6.Documentation
OverallAssuranceScore
25-Sep-2018 8.3 7 8.5 7.5 8 5.3 7.4
04-Sep-2018 8.3 7 8.5 7.5 7 5.3 7.3
02-Aug-2018 8 7 8.5 7 6 5.3 7
18-Jun-2018 7.7 6.5 8.5 7 6 5.3 6.8
29-May-2018 7.7 6.5 7.5 6.8 7 2 6.3
07-May-2018 7.7 5.5 7.5 6.3 7 1.7 6
12-Apr-2018 7.3 6 7.5 6.3 8 2.3 6.2
03-Apr-2018 6 6 7 5.3 6 3.3 5.6
23-Mar-2018 8 5.5 7 8.8 7 2 6.4
13-Mar-2018 5 4 7 6 6 4 5.3
15-Feb-2018 5.3 3 7 5.5 5 4 5
29-Jan-2018 6.3 3.5 7 4.8 7 4.3 5.5
28. Protected time focused on wider delivery picture
Provide a repeatable & light touch approach for self assessment
Could be tailored with relative ease
Easy to rollup to different management layers
Consistent and comparable regardless of who is undertaking the
review
Benefits of using the Toolkit
30. Measures for Assuring Projects
Webinar
Tim Podesta
MAPM, F.I Mech E.
Assurance SIG
Matt Bruce-Kingsmill
ChPP, FAPM MCMI
Senior Project & Programme Manager Leidos
31. This presentation was delivered
at an APM webinar
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visit our website www.apm.org.uk/events