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Advice on Running a Government Agency Like a Startup, from Someone Who’s Tried It

Harvard Business

18F was borne, in part, out of the Obama administration’s attempts to funnel startup-style ingenuity into the government , particularly after the disastrous launch of Healthcare.gov. I asked Godbout about how innovation teams work in government. Innovators were going to parachute in and save government. It’s too big.

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It’s Time for Sustainability to Become a Core Part of MBA Programs

Harvard Business

Business schools must adapt their curricula in response to the increasing demand for professionals skilled in sustainability and climate change management. The curriculum should foster a common language between disciplines, such as sustainability and accounting, and include hands-on experiential learning.

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Is Your Organizational Transformation Veering Off Course?

Harvard Business

These can range from exogenous shocks, such as inflation, supply-chain disruption, or political events; operating-model issues, such as the need to change technology, governance, or ways of working; or human dynamics, such as employee confidence in or ownership of the change.

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The Chief Project Officer: Roles and Responsibilities

Epicflow

In addition, their focus on effective resource allocation, stakeholder engagement, and change management contributes to enhanced operational efficiency, increased agility, and improved project outcomes. What organizations require a CPO?

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Top 15 PMO tools for your business in 2025

Epicflow

A PMO, or Project Management Office, is a centralized organizational structure that standardizes project management practices, processes, and governance to ensure projects are executed efficiently and align with strategic business goals. What is a PMO? Seamless integration with other tools like ERP, CRM, and accounting software.

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The UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooting Should Be a Turning Point for Corporate America

Harvard Business

The murder of Brian Thompson and the publics reaction to it shows that frustration with corporations has reached a fever pitch. We seem to have moved from a world of I dont trust you to I hate you, and, many Americans feel a great antipathy toward capitalism and capitalists.

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How to Figure Out Your Consulting Bill Rate

Successful Independent Consulting

Field of expertise — Consultants who can diagnose problems and create sound strategies and actionable plans can charge more than those who focus on more tactical work like project management. Government and nonprofits are used to paying much less than corporations. Generally, the larger the firm the higher their billing rates.