Agile servant leadership is a leadership approach first introduced by Robert K. Greenleaf in the 1970s that has its roots in two different areas - servant leadership and agile. The concept was born out of the belief that the role of a leader should be to serve and support the team, rather than to exert control or power over them. By combing the flexible and iterative approach of Agile with the supporting approach of servant leadership, a new leadership approach that is focused on serving and supporting the team in an agile environment was created. Agile servant leadership emphasizes the ... Read More

A complex atmosphere like that of a project often acts as the forcing house for misjudgment, miscommunications, mismanagement, and most commonly, mistakes. Therefore, the management of a project demands a wide range of experience, insight, and skills for a project manager, be it in planning, organizing, or leading the team effectively to achieve the project objectives within the defined timeframe and budget. In such situations, the project manager making mistakes is inevitable, especially in the early stages of their carrier where they might struggle to navigate the many complexities of the job. All Project Manager Mistakes Are a Result ... Read More

The field of project management and the critical role of a project manager has been widely recognized and gaining traction in recent times. Project management has hence become a vital component of an organization that ensures the on-time completion of a project limited to the project’s budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders. As the demand for trained professionals increases in the field, candidates are seeking certification as a way to stand out in the field and demonstrate their expertise. Certification in project management has the potential to open up new career opportunities for professionals which in turn increases ... Read More

Earned Value Management (EVM) is a technique used for measuring and controlling project performance which is used by project managers to monitor the progress of the projects and also to predict the final outcomes of the project. Earned Value Management is obtained by measuring the actual work completed against the planned work. In Earned Value Management few parameters such as Planned Value (PV), Actual Cost (AC), and Earned Value (EV) are considered for measurement of the project performance. Planned Value is the budgeted cost of the work that was planned to be completed, Actual Cost is the actual cost ... Read More

The Agile Manifesto religiously promotes collaboration and co-creation with agile project management. By preferring individuals and interactions over tools and technologies, the Agile methodologies are emphasized the power of teamwork. A concept that embodies this ideology of Agile is Agile team space which has gained immense popularity in recent years. The approach is aimed at creating a collaborative and flexible work environment where Agile teams can work together to achieve their goals. By enabling a physical environment to support the principles of Agile methodologies, Agile team space has now become an important aspect of Agile project management. What is ... Read More

Agile project management has become the de facto standard for software development. But what is it and why should you adopt it? In a nutshell, agile project management is a process-oriented approach to managing projects. It revolves around a set of values and principles that are designed to support collaboration, efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. By using an agile approach, you can increase the likelihood that your project will be completed on time and within budget while meeting all of the necessary requirements. An agile approach to project management contrasts with traditional project management approaches ... Read More

APM or Agile project management is a project management methodology used in software development with an iterative and collaborative approach to project completion. Agile Project Management has an incremental and flexible lifecycle backed up by a pre-set and well-designed framework. It is the framework and lifecycle of this approach that makes it effective and widely preferred in managing projects. Lifecycle and framework to two related concepts of Agile project management that refer to different things as explored further down this article. Agile Project Management Lifecycle The typical stages of planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closing within a general project ... Read More

Agile Coaching is a critical role in Agile project management as coaches are single-handedly responsible for supporting individuals and teams in their Agile journey. Agile coaches facilitate agile adoption and alignment of team members to the Agile framework while helping them continuously improve their processes. Agile Coaches play a critical role in Agile project management and hence must possess a unique set of skills and competencies like excellent communication, and the ability to facilitate team meetings and foster collaboration. They are required to possess great knowledge about Agile principles and practices while being skilled in conflict management and decision-making. ... Read More

Every successful project relies on effective project budget management. Maintaining focus, averting shocks, and eventually completing projects that exceed expectations are essential. With effective budget management, you'll have the plan to follow, a way to gauge your success, and assurance from knowing everything is in order. This blog will examine the best practices for managing project finances. We'll provide you with the knowledge, advice, and strategies you need to succeed, from when you set a budget to when you deliver the finished project. What is a Project Budget? Project budgeting establishes the overall amount of money used for the ... Read More

As more of us work from home, a project manager's typical workday has changed. Instead of in-person meetings, project teams are becoming more reliant on conference calls, video chatting, trust, and accountability. In the current global economy, remote work is more common. Teams may now interact and create excellent work from various parts of the globe because of changes in work culture and technological advancements. The management of remote project teams, however, poses particular difficulties for team leaders. Effective communication, building trust, and ensuring everyone is pursuing the same objective may be challenging when people are separated by distance and ... Read More