The PMI Chennai Chapter's year-end digest reflects on a successful 2024 filled with significant achievements, including membership growth from 1,378 to over 3,000 members, and various initiatives that empowered professionals and students in project management. Looking forward to 2025, the chapter plans to strengthen community connections through events and workshops while continuing to share knowledge and best practices among members. Additionally, the digest highlights volunteer contributions and showcases member insights, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in furthering the organization's mission.

1. MEMBERS
DIGEST
PMI CHENNAI CHAPTER’S INITIATIVE
EXPLORING THE LATEST TRENDS AND FUTURE
DIRECTIONS IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT

2. TABLE OF
CONTENTS
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INDEX
Welcoming Members
Digest
Knowledge Bytes
03 08
Members Portfolio
Updates
A tribute to our
Chapter volunteers
04 09
Chapter Events
Recap
Member Showcase
05
12
Upcoming - Chapter
& PMI Events
07 Word search
winners & Riddle
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Thank you note
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3. Welcome to
Members’ Digest!
Dear Members,
As we close out 2024, I want to take a moment to
thank each one of you for your continued dedication
and support. This year has been filled with incredible
growth and achievements, and its all because of the
amazing members of our community. What truly
matters is the incredible spirit and collaboration you all
bring to our chapter.
Looking ahead to 2025, we’re not just excited about
new opportunities—we’re focused on deepening our
connections, overcoming challenges, and working
together to achieve even more. Together, there’s no
limit to what we can accomplish.
Thank you for being an essential part of our journey.
On behalf of the PMI Chennai Chapter, we wish you a
very Happy New Year 2025 and a fantastic year ahead
filled with great achievements in your career and the
field of project management.
Warm regards,
Sundaram M
Vice President- Membership Portfolio
PMI Chennai Chapter.
Dear Members,
Warm regards,
Parvez Alam M
President
PMI Chennai Chapter
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"The strength of any organization lies in its people,
and, PMI Chennai Chapter is a beacon of
collaboration and excellence."
Dear Members, Volunteers, and Supporters,
As we close 2024, I want to thank you all for making
our chapter a thriving network of over 3,000
professionals. Highlights from the year include:
Empowering professionals with workshops and
training.
Inspiring 120 students with project management
skills at Puthri Udyog Utsav.
Celebrating International Project Management Day.
Partnering with TN-RISE for rural empowerment.
Promoting wellness through Health Harmony Day.
Strengthening governance with an Extraordinary
General Meeting.
In 2025, we aim to build on this momentum, starting
with Sangamam Kovai in January.
Wishing you a year of growth and success ahead!

4. WE THANK YOU
WE THANK YOU
3000!
3000!
Membership Portfolio
Updates for Nov & Dec
WE ARE PLEASED TO SHARE OUR MEMBERSHIP PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS:
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We began the year with 1,378 members in January, and I’m thrilled to share that by December, we
have grown to over 3,000 members! This expansion has not only increased our chapter’s impact but also
allowed us to engage with a larger network of project management professionals. Through this growth, we've
been able to share valuable learnings, best practices, and foster meaningful collaborations.
In 2024, we proudly achieved the highest retention rate in South Asia, which is a testament to the
strong sense of community and value our members find within PMI Chennai. This success was further
supported by our active engagement through Knowledge Sharing Sessions (KSS), Group of Chapters
(GCoP), and various workshops throughout the year.
We are immensely grateful to all our members for their trust and continuous support. As we look ahead, we are
excited about the new initiatives discussed during our AGM meetings and many more to come. One of the
highlights will be our member connect events, starting with the Kovai Sangamam in Coimbatore on
January 25th, which we hope to see many of you at.
Thank you for being an integral part of our journey, and we look forward to continuing our growth and
collaboration in 2025.!

5. CHAPTER
EVENTS:
HERE IS THE RECAP OF EVENTS HAPPENED IN THE LAST QUARTER!
Date Topic
Online /In
person
No of
participants
No of
PDU
awarded
Sep 14th 2024
Flagship Event -
SANGAMAM24 + AGM
In-person Paid 6
Nov 23rd 2024
PM Day Celebration & Dual
KSS
Online
Free
3
Dec 7th 2024 Power BI Workshop
In-person
Paid 6
Dec 14th 2024
Training on PM Essentials In-person
Paid
6
Dec14th 2024 E&C Forum Full Day
Workshop
In-person
Paid
6
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6. CHAPTER
EVENTS:
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7. UPCOMING CHAPTER
EVENTS:
WATCH OUT FOR THE EMAILS ON THE BELOW UPCOMING EVENTS,
WORKSHOPS, OR MEETINGS.
UPCOMING PMI EVENTS & WEBINARS:
Unlock Your Potential at PMXPO 2025
Register for PMXP0 2025 to unlock the skills and insights that empower you to
drive meaningful change in your projects and our world. The event is free, but
registration is required to access the content.
Date & Time:
PMXPO Preview Day
19 March 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. EDT
PMXPO Live Day
20 March 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. EDT
Mode: Virtual
REGISTER NOW - HTTPS://WWW.MERAEVENTS.COM/EVENT/KOVAI-SANGAMAM-2025
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8. UPCOMING PMI EVENTS &
WEBINARS:
Communication Techniques to Support the Project Manager
Effective communication is a critical skill for project managers, enabling them to
lead teams, manage stakeholders, and ensure project success. This presentation
explores key communication techniques that can significantly enhance a project
manager's ability to convey information, resolve conflicts, and foster collaboration
within the team.
Date & Time: Jan 15, 2025 1:00:00 PM EST (UTC-5)
Presenter: Wheeler da Silva
Sponsorship 101 - English
Discussion on the environment of the role of a sponsor, their roles and
responsibilities in ensuring the success of a project, as well as the difference
between their role and that of the project manager
Date & Time: Jan 30, 2025 1:00:00 PM EST (UTC-5)
Presenter: HENRI-JEAN BONNIS
Gen AI based Project Status Reporting - A Gen AI POC
Learn how to use large language models (LLMs) and prompt engineering to
quickly create and refine project status reports.
Date & Time: Jan 8, 2025 1:00:00 PM EST (UTC-5)
Presenter: NK Shrivastava
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9. Why Most AI Projects Fail: 10 Mistakes to Avoid
The shocking truth: 70-80% of AI projects fail! Despite the buzz around Artificial
Intelligence (AI) and its potential to revolutionize industries, a surprising 70-80% of AI
projects fail—talk about a reality check!
Why do so many AI initiatives, brimming with promise and potential, end up falling short?
Not surprisingly, there are a number of top reasons for these failures, but surprisingly
simple ways to navigate these challenges.
Mistake #1: AI is not app development or coding – The first misstep
Mistake #2: ROI misalignment – What’s your true north?
Mistake #3: Data quantity – The lifeblood of AI
Mistake #4: Data quality – Garbage in, garbage out
Mistake #5: Proof of concept or proof of confusion?
Mistake #6: Training data vs. real-world data – The great divide
Mistake #7: Resource underestimation – The invisible iceberg
Mistake #8: Neglecting AI maintenance and evolution
Mistake #9: Falling for vendor hype
Mistake #10: The overpromise underdeliver syndrome
Want to know more? Deep dive here : https://www.pmi.org/blog/why-most-ai-
projects-fail
PMI's Future 50: Shaping the Next Generation of Project Management
Leaders
Every year, PMI recognizes 50 outstanding project professionals who represent the
future of leadership in the field. These Future 50 honorees are driven by fundamental
project management principles, with an unwavering commitment to delivering maximum
value to clients, stakeholders, and communities. They are equally focused on
sustainability and social responsibility, ensuring that their work not only drives success
but also creates a positive impact on the world.
The PMI Future 50 are paving the way for a brighter future, turning visionary ideas into
transformative projects. Explore how these leaders are shaping the future by creating
projects that make a lasting difference. - https://www.pmi.org/2024-future-50
The Future of AI in Project Management: Interview with Pierre Le Manh,
CEO of Project Management Institute (PMI)
“PMI is positioning itself to support the future of project management including it’s focus
on AI from both using AI tools and running and managing AI projects. PMI is the only
organization who focuses on both help project professionals use AI tools as well as equip
them with the knowledge and framework for running AI projects, which gives PMI a
unique advantage.” – Says Pierre Le Manh
Listen the podcast here at https://tinyurl.com/56dx2a9j
Knowledge Bytes:
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10. These individuals are not just giving their time—they’re making a profound
difference in the project management community. Through their efforts, they help
shape the future of the profession, foster collaboration, and drive positive change
across the globe.
As we honour these volunteers, we’re also highlighting their invaluable role in
advancing PMI’s mission. Their hard work and commitment inspire us all to push
boundaries and continue striving for excellence. We’re grateful for their passion,
dedication, and the lasting impact they create.
Below, we showcase the faces behind these extraordinary efforts—the volunteers
whose work makes a tangible difference - A Special thank you for all you do!
A TRIBUTE TO OUR CHAPTER VOLUNTEERS:
CELEBRATING THEIR LASTING IMPACT ON
INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEERS DAY
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12. MEMBER SHOWCASE: IDEAS, INSIGHTS, AND
INSPIRATION"
Showcase 1 : Book Review by Laxmi Advani
Blink: Power of Unconscious thinking ‘by Malcolm Gladwell:
Blink is about the power of the mind. It is 296 pages long organized into six sections along with an
introduction and conclusion. Each section is a series of interrelated stories of interrelated perspectives
on the overall theme. In Blink, Gladwell outlined three objectives of the book:
Quick decisions can be as good as slow, deliberate decisions.
We need to know when to trust our instincts and when to ignore them.
We can learn to control our snap decisions.
The book began with a powerful story about the sale of a statue to the J. Paul Getty Museum in
California. The museum researched the statue at length before purchasing it. However, art experts
looked at it and immediately believed something was wrong. They made a snap judgment regarding
authenticity. It seems the art experts are right, it is a forgery. In subsequent stories, Gladwell showed
the power of using instinct to make decisions as well as times where instincts produced horrible
results.
The human mind has two decision-making mechanisms. One is extremely fast, it is the one that does
its best to keep us safe. The other is more rational. The key to success is being able to harness the
correct part of the brain at the right time.
In this book, Malcolm Gladwell suggests how at times it is snap judgment which is often more effective
than well calculated and thought-out judgments. The book starts with a story of how a museum got a
sculpture which they believed to be rare belonging to the sixth century. All necessary tests were done
to ascertain this, and the claim seemed correct. But one art historian just glanced at it and knew it was
fake. Later on, the sculpture really turned out to be fake.
The main premise that Malcolm Gladwell uses is adaptive unconscious which is a part of our brain that
leads to rapid cognition. To this, he adds the concept of thin slicing by which our brain deletes the
unnecessary details and based on past experiences helps us come at rapid decisions and judgments.
While he argues that snap judgment has its merits, he also provides a counter view of this as to when
we need to be careful with regard to snap judgments. He informs us how we have at time biases or
stereotypes that can play an important part in rapid cognition and thus we can take wrong decisions.
Also, at times the situation and our biological adaptation to that makes us take the wrong decision. To
arrive at the best decision thus it is necessary to ensure that such prejudices and stereotypes are not
the factors impacting our decisions and we need to thin slice effectively to get the benefits of snap
judgment.
We’re proud to showcase the incredible work of our members – Your voices
shape the future of our community!
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13. MEMBER SHOWCASE: IDEAS, INSIGHTS, AND
INSPIRATION"
With a slew of examples and stories Malcolm Gladwell really helps one understand this concept of
adaptive unconscious and thin slicing. He presents examples that are interesting and really arrest the
attention. The fact that he points out both a pro and counter impact of snap judgment makes one
understand the concept better.Post-reading this one I pondered on some of the past decisions I took,
and I could actually recognize the pattern in it. Like most of Malcolm Gladwell books, I would urge you
to add this to your reading list and I am sure you will not be disappointed.
Showcase 2: Article by Aparna Grandhi
What comes to your mind when we say ‘Agile’? Agility has become one of the most widely discussed
topics in all the industries, as the businesses strive to stay competitive in the ever-changing markets.
While many organizations are following a set of Agile practices and methodologies such as Scrum,
Kanban, Lean, etc., however, only a small number of them truly embrace the essence of Agile.
Risking Agile?
When senior leadership decides to adapt Agile within an organization, they typically have aggressive
expectations such as:
Instant Customer Delight
Everyone in the organization already has an Agile Mindset
Scaling is easy
High confidence in succeeding Agile
Overemphasis on Speed
Agile as a silver bullet for all the problems
Culture-fit
These expectations may go unrealistic; if the organization is not fully prepared, if Agile momentum is
started as yet another initiative, or if the investments are made for the sake of practicing Agile. This
could lead to a catastrophic failure and is equivalent to ‘risking agile itself’.
Risk in Agile?
Agile Practices such as XP, Scrum, DSDM, etc. are aligned on highlighting the risks, as early as possible.
These practices enable everyone in not only early detection of risks, but in taking proactive measures to
manage and mitigate risks more effectively.
Agile focuses on collaborative risk management that engages & involves all the stakeholders such as
teams, product owners, business leaders, and even customers; rather than just one or two people. Here
is how to focus on understanding various risks and use appropriate techniques to deal with those risks.
Title: Risking Agile (or) Risk in Agile?
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14. MEMBER SHOWCASE: IDEAS, INSIGHTS, AND
INSPIRATION"
Quality risks can be addressed through:
Frequent Verification and Validation (FVV) through frequent sprint reviews
Test Driven Development (TDD) / Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD) focusing on
‘Test-First approach’
Pair Programming
The 4 Agile Testing Quadrants (Technology & Business facing tests that supports the team and
critique the product)
Continuous Integration
Paying attention to retrospectives
Behaviour Driven Development
Clear Technical debt by Refactoring
Automated tests
Process & Implementation risks in Agile can be addressed through:
Planning Poker
Daily Scrum
Addressing impediments
Sprint Review
Sprint Retrospectives
Entire team checks-in clean code every day, as per XP Practice
Information Radiators
Planning related risks in Agile can be addressed through:
Product Roadmap
Value Stream Mapping
Velocity driven Planning
Capacity driven Planning
Flow-based / Iteration-based Agile
Think twice - Are you risking Agile? or dealing with risk in Agile?
Agile practices, by itself, acts as early warning signs on the risks. The ability to identify, assess and
address the risks, throughout every cycle, is one of the core strengths of the Agile. Agile brings
ownership from all the stakeholders and enable them in Being Agile (not just doing Agile).
Test the rubber on the road – Fail fast through MVPs (Minimum Viable Product) and MMFs
(Minimum Marketable Feature)
Risk adjusted Backlog (Contingencies and Risk Exposure)
Spikes (technical / business risks mitigation)
Business Risks can be addressed proactively through:
Product Backlog Prioritization (MOSCOW, Do ‘High Risk High Value’ items first, KANO model,
etc.)
Stakeholder enlightenment (What you ask, may not be, what you really need, Participation in
frequent Demos & give regular feedback)
Retrospection – with a true introspection of the 3 Agile roles (Team members, Product Owner &
Scrum Master)
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15. WINNERS OF PROJECT
MANAGEMENT - WORD SEARCH
GRID
We’re excited to reveal the winners of our Project Management Word Search
challenge!
After many eager participants tackled the grid, we’re proud to announce the
following individuals who solved it with speed and precision:
Saravana Babu V
Harikrishnan Rajan
Bharathi Vijay
A huge congratulations to our winners! Your sharp skills and dedication truly
stood out. We also want to thank everyone who joined in the fun —your
enthusiasm made this challenge a success. Keep an eye out for more engaging
challenges and opportunities in the future!
NOW, IT’S TIME FOR THE NEXT CHALLENGE—A PROJECT MANAGEMENT
RIDDLE! CAN YOU SOLVE IT? HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO TEST YOUR PROBLEM-
SOLVING ABILITIES ONCE AGAIN.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
No Google, no shortcuts—put those search engines to rest! This challenge
is all about testing your project management wisdom (and your ability to
remember everything you’ve learned). So, grab a cup of coffee, put your
thinking cap on, and send us your answers. Let’s see who are those first
three to send without any "cheat codes"!
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16. 1. I’m a project manager’s best friend, guiding them from start to end. I
help you plan, organize, and keep on track. What am I?
Answer:
2. I’m crucial for project success, but too much of me will cause stress. I
help manage risk and scope with care, but if not controlled, I can lead to
despair. What am I?
Answer:
3. I help teams collaborate, and I help them communicate. Without me,
you might miss a deadline or two. What am I?
Answer:
4. I’m used to measure progress, milestones, and deadlines. Without me,
the project could be in decline. What am I?
Answer:
5. I’m the process that ensures all work is complete, and I’m essential
before a project can be deemed "neat." What am I?
Answer:
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17. A HEARTFELT
THANK YOU!
Dear Members,
As we wrap up this edition of our Members’ Digest,
we want to take a moment to express our
sincere gratitude for your continued
enthusiasm and support. Your active
participation and valuable feedback are what
truly make the PMI Chennai Chapter a vibrant
and thriving community. We hope this digest
has offered you meaningful insights, exciting
opportunities, and a deeper connection with our
chapter. From discovering new learning resources
and industry trends to engaging in interactive
challenges, we trust that these experiences
have enriched your journey with us.
Looking ahead, we are excited about the many initiatives and events lined up for the
coming months. We encourage you to stay involved, participate in future activities,
and share your thoughts with us. Your feedback plays a vital role in helping us
continuously enhance the value and impact of our chapter’s initiatives.
As we step into the new year, we wish you a year filled with success, growth, and
new opportunities. We look forward to continuing this journey with you and
achieving new milestones together.
Happy New Year! Let’s make 2025 a year of greater connection, learning,
and progress!
Warm regards,
Sundaram M - Vice President - Membership Portfolio
Ramanathan S & Kavya R - Associate Vice Presidents - Membership Portfolio
PMI Chennai Chapter.
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18. MAGIZHCHI-MEMBER Digest Dec’24
““You shall not pass… that deadline!”
When risks appear, be the Gandalf of your project—
stand firm, guide your team, and keep things on track.
Conquer obstacles, manage risks, and protect your
timelines like a true leader.
Trustworthy AI isn’t just one thing. It’s a collection of
different things that need to come together,
discussions around AI ethics, responsible AI, and
trustworthy AI generally just revolve around the set of
what is “right” vs “wrong” with regards to intelligent
systems.
🧠
**Knowledge**
**Nugget of the Week**
Let’s imagine your project is a roller coaster ride. At first,
you’re climbing slowly, building up momentum. Then,
suddenly, you hit a fast drop—unexpected challenges come
flying at you. But as a project manager, you hold the
controls, navigating those twists and turns while keeping
everyone safe and excited for the next loop.
We can visualize the layers of trustworthy AI as follows:
🤣**Featured Meme of the Week:**
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19. MEMBER’S DIGEST
P M I C H E N N A I C H A P T E R ’ S I N I T I A T I V E
EXPLORING THE LATEST TRENDS AND
FUTURE DIRECTIONS IN PROJECT
MANAGEMENT
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20. Member’sDigest
EXPLORING THE LATEST TRENDS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
PMI CHENNAI CHAPTER’S INITIATIVE
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21. Welcome to Our Inaugural
Members’ Digest!
Dear Members,
We are thrilled to present our very first edition of the
PMI Chennai Chapter Members’ Digest. This initiative
marks a significant milestone in our commitment to
keeping you informed, engaged, and empowered
within our vibrant community.
As the Vice President of Membership Portfolio, I am
excited to share with you all that, in addition to our
regular updates, this digest aims to supports your
professional growth and foster community. I request
you all to explore the content, engage with the
resources, and make the most of the opportunities.
Thank you for being a vital part of the PMI Chennai
Chapter. We hope you like it and find the content
valuable!
Warm regards,
Sundaram M
Vice President- Membership Portfolio
PMI Chennai Chapter.
Dear Members,
We are thrilled to present our very first edition of the
PMI Chennai Chapter Members’ Digest. This initiative
marks a significant milestone in our commitment to
keeping you informed, engaged, and empowered
within our vibrant community.
As the Vice President of Membership Portfolio, I am
excited to share with you all that, in addition to our
regular updates, this digest aims to supports your
professional growth and foster community. I request
you all to explore the content, engage with the
resources, and make the most of the opportunities.
Thank you for being a vital part of the PMI Chennai
Chapter. We hope you like it and find the content
valuable!
Warm regards,
Sundaram M
Vice President- Membership Portfolio
PMI Chennai Chapter.
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We are pleased to share our membership portfolio highlights for the
month of August:
New Members: We warmly welcome 191 new members to our
PMICC community! Your addition strengthens our chapter and
brings fresh perspectives and enthusiasm.
Active Members: Our chapter continues to grow, with a total of
2,491 active members. Your ongoing engagement is vital to the
vibrancy and success of our community.
Milestone Celebrations: We are excited to celebrate 45 members
who have reached significant milestones of 5, 10, 15, and 20 years
with PMICC. Your dedication and long-term commitment are truly
inspiring and greatly appreciated.
Membership Portfolio Updates for August
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23. Date Topic Online /In person No of participants
No of PDU
awarded
Aug 10th 2024 Members Day Event In-person Free for members 2
Aug 11th 2024
Artificial Intelligence &
Machine Learning
Workshop
Session 1
Online Paid 7
Aug 24th 2024
Artificial Intelligence &
Machine Learning
Workshop
Session- 2
Online Paid 7
Aug 17,18th and
24th
PMI-ACP training Online Paid
21 PDU Hrs of
Training
Aug 25th KSS In Person KSS Free for members 2
CHAPTER EVENTS:
HERE IS THE RECAP OF EVENTS HAPPENED IN THE MONTH OF AUGUST!
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24. UPCOMING CHAPTER EVENTS:
WATCH OUT FOR THE EMAILS ON THE BELOW UPCOMING EVENTS,
WORKSHOPS, OR MEETINGS.
22ND ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) ON SATURDAY, THE 14TH
SEPTEMBER, 2024.
REGISTRATIONS: 5:30 PM ONWARDS
VENUE: THE SAVERA HOTEL, CHENNAI
Saturday, September 14, 2024 Workshop Power-BI Online
Saturday, September 21, 2024 KSS KSS In-person
Saturday, October 05, 2024 Workshop MS Project Online
Saturday, October 19, 2024 Workshop Jira Online
Saturday, October 26, 2024 KSS KSS In-person
Saturday, November 09, 2024 Workshop PMI-ACP Online
Saturday, November 23, 2024 KSS KSS In-person
Saturday, November 30, 2024 Workshop Advanced Excel Online
Saturday, December 14, 2024 KSS KSS In-person
Saturday, December 28, 2024 Workshop Primavera Online
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25. We’re excited to spotlight a fantastic opportunity for all prompt
engineering enthusiasts—a vibrant platform for advancing prompt
engineering skills and connecting with fellow professionals - Prompt
Engineering Exchange PMI!
This is a unique space to engage with experts, explore innovative ideas,
and contribute to cutting-edge discussions in prompt engineering.
Curious? Check it out and let us know what you think! Discover More
and Join the Conversation
Learning Resources
Explore the Prompt Engineering Exchange of PMI
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26. Unlock the secrets of effective budget management with expert advice
from Jason Westland, CEO of ProjectManager.com. In the latest
interview, Jason dives deep into the complexities of contingency
funding—a crucial yet often challenging aspect of project budgeting.
Curious about how to accurately calculate and manage contingency
funds? Wondering how to handle approval processes and spend
wisely?
Jason’s insights will guide you through it all.
Don’t miss out on these invaluable tips—check out the full interview
here and enhance your budgeting skills today!
Knowledge Byte:
Mastering Project Budgeting: Insights from Jason
Westland
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27. Elevate your project management skills with the exclusive course: "Talking
to AI: Prompt Engineering for Project Managers." This essential course,
available at no cost to our members, dives into the art of crafting effective
prompts for AI systems.
What You’ll Learn:
Effective Prompt Crafting: Master techniques to create prompts that
generate precise and actionable AI responses.
Practical Applications: Explore how prompt engineering can enhance
different facets of project management.
Hands-On Experience: Engage with real-world examples and scenarios
to apply your new skills effectively.
How to Get Involved:
Enroll Now: Start the course here and dive into learning at your
convenience.
1.
Showcase Your Achievement: Once you complete the course, flaunt
your achievement on LinkedIn or WhatsApp! Tag our PMI Chennai
Chapter and use hashtags like #PMIChennaiAI, #PMICC, #PMIChennai
and #AIForProjectManagers to share your accomplishment.
2.
Guide Your Peers: Share the course link with colleagues and fellow
members who might benefit from this opportunity.
3.
Don’t miss this chance to enhance your skills and stay ahead in the rapidly
evolving field of AI. Enroll today and transform your project management
approach!
Course Corner!
Unlock the Power of AI with the Course: "Talking to AI:
Prompt Engineering for Project Managers"
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PDU Category
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ADDITIONAL LEARNING RESOURCES:
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29. PMI
Citizen Developer™ Short Builds: Episode 3 – Building a
Purchase Management App With Joget and GenAI
To
obtain the PDU for this video, you will need to self-report this activity
under the designated part of the Talent Triangle for Education.
Free
for all Stakeholders
Technology
Enabled Collaboration for Inclusive Project Teams
Ways of
Working (0.5 PDU) | Power Skills (0.25 PDU)
Business
Acumen (0.25 PDU)
Free
for all Stakeholders
Green
Algorithms: Merging Sustainability and AI in Modern Project
Management
Ways of
Working (0.5 PDU)
Business
Acumen (0.5 PDU)
Free
for PMI/ProjectManagement.com members
Open
Government: A Precondition for an Adaptive Public Sector
Power
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Free
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Building
A Data-Driven PMO: The Future To Real Value Creation
Power
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Sustainable
Supply Chain Management - A Project Management
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Ways of
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Business
Acumen (0.5 PDU)
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Art
of Managing Risk in the VUCA World
Ways of
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Business
Acumen (0.5 PDU)
Free
for PMI/ProjectManagement.com members
ADDITIONAL LEARNING RESOURCES:
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30. Beyond
Q&A: Plan and Conduct Stakeholder Interviews Like a
Pro
Power
Skills (1 PDU)
Free
for PMI/ProjectManagement.com members
Know
Your Domain (KYD)
Business
Acumen (1 PDU)
Free
for PMI/ProjectManagement.com members
PMI
Chapters Dialogue: Our Sustainability Journey So Far
Ways of
Working (0.5 PDU)
Business
Acumen (0.5 PDU)
Free
for PMI/ProjectManagement.com members
A
Free Sneak Peek into the Disciplined Agile Value Stream
Consultant (DAVSC)
certification
Ways of
Working (1 PDU)
Free
for all stakeholders
Managing
Conflict Upwards: Navigating Challenges with Superiors
Ways of
Working (1 PDU)
Free
for PMI/ProjectManagement.com members
ADDITIONAL LEARNING RESOURCES:
PMI OFFERS A RANGE OF WEBINARS AND COURSES
TO SUPPORT YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.
DIVE INTO THESE VALUABLE OPPORTUNITIES TO
ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS AND EARN PDUS!
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31. 8
PROJECT MANAGEMENT WORD SEARCH
Instructions:
Find all the words listed below in the grid. The first three
members to submit a completed word search to [contact
email/phone number] will be featured in our next digest!
How to Participate:
Find all the words listed in the grid.
Send a screenshot of your completed word search to
avpmember.engagement@pmi-chennai.com &
avpmember.retention@pmi-chennai.com
The first three correct submissions will be
announced as winners in our next digest!
Words to Find:
1. TIMELINE
2. SCOPE
3. RISK
4. CHANGE
5. MANAGE
6. RESOURCE
7. GANTT
8. QUALITY
9. BUDGET
10. PLAN
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32. T I M E L I N E Q R S
A K L B U D G E T U B
P Q L M O E A K A L P
S C U H G I N R I S K
Q U A A Y A T N Z Y E
M E N E L S T R E Y G
N A L P B I H R V W N
M U X O V P T C A S A
D F I C M N K Y B H H
E R E S O U R C E D C
WORD SEARCH GRID:
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33. Dear Members,
As we conclude the inaugural edition of
our Members’ Digest, we want to express
our sincere gratitude for your enthusiastic
participation and support. Your engagement
and feedback are what make our
PMI Chennai Chapter truly special. We hope
this digest has provided you with
valuable insights, exciting opportunities,
and a sense of connection with our
community. From exploring new learning
resources and industry insights to participating in interactive challenges,
we trust that these elements have enriched your experience.
Looking ahead, we’re excited about the many initiatives and events
planned for the coming months. We encourage you to remain engaged,
take part in upcoming events, and share your feedback with us. Your
thoughts are vital as we strive to enhance the value and impact of our
chapter’s activities.
We look forward to continuing this journey with you and achieving new
milestones together.
Warm regards,
Sundaram M - Vice President - Membership Portfolio
Ramanathan S & Kavya R - Associate Vice Presidents - Membership
Portfolio
PMI Chennai Chapter.
A Heartfelt Thank you!
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34. MEMBER’S DIGEST
PMICHENNAICHAPTER’SINITIATIVE
EXPLORING THE LATEST TRENDS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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