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In the modern world of digital technology – where the cloud, Big Data, and mobile devices are changing what’s possible – even the best project managers find their powers significantly restricted by poor technology; and on the other hand, the right tools can elevate them to new levels. Read More

Technology is changing how businesses operate. To keep up with new customer expectations and a faster marketplace, companies of all sizes need to take advantage of the technology at their disposal or risk falling behind their competitors. A central area where technology can update and improve your processes is in your sales team. Read More

Big data is changing how companies function across all industries. Both large and small organizations can benefit from the insights gained from the large volumes of data that is out there. If data management is not handled correctly it can cost a business up to 35 percent of their operating revenue. So, in a snapshot, it seems like recognizing the role big data can play in your company is the smart thing to do. Read More

Project planning is essential no matter the size or type of project you’re engaged in. From major building or municipal infrastructure projects to the implementation of a new IT environment or the development of a brand-new product, each is its own project and each needs to be planned correctly. Read More

Digital transformation has become the latest buzzword in the tech world, with businesses across the globe racing to keep up with the latest digital offerings. But if we cut through the jargon, what a successful digital transformation actually requires is a profound shift in the way technology is viewed in business. Read More

Why does Microsoft Excel fall short when it comes to successful project management, and what can alternative solutions offer business in 2018? Read More

2009 predicted 43% of HR professionals will be working remotely by 2014. In 2015 4.2 million people across a range of sectors worked remotely and that number is not slowing down. By 2020, 50% of the US workforce will work remotely. Long gone are the days where teams had no other option but to work side by side and live in the same cities as their colleagues. Now, departments are spread out across various sites and geographies. Technology has enabled people to work with colleagues they’ve never met face-to-face. Read More

In 2013, it was revealed that 50% of businesses had experienced a project failure in the previous twelve months. In 2016, that number increased to 55%. Such alarming stats is enough to unnerve even the veteran project manager, let alone someone starting out on their project management career. So, what can be done to overcome the fear of project failure? The first and most important step is understanding why projects fail in the first place. Read More

The negative effects of disengaged employees can have a knock-on effect on an entire organization. Disengaged employees can reportedly cost companies $3,400 per year per $10,000 in salary. This is made worse by the fact that just 15% of employees worldwide are engaged in their jobs. To solve a problem like disengagement, we must find the root of the issue. Often, that means dealing with employee burnout. A national study found that more than half of U.S. employees feel overworked or overwhelmed at least some of the time, some nearing their ‘breaking point’. While we all go through some level of being stressed and busy at work, if this happens for prolonged periods of time, it can quickly sap the energy of employees, leaving them disengaged. Read More

Today’s post will cover some of the productivity issues faced by the healthcare industry in terms of managing projects and resources. The healthcare industry is undergoing major digital transformation—new technology can help provide a better service to patients. But how project management in the healthcare industry can be improved is just as important because it enables employees across an organization to work to the best of their ability. Read More