Effective Managers

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Strategies for Managing Work-Life Balance in Demanding Jobs Achieving work-life balance is more critical than ever. This blog outlines strategies to manage work-life balance effectively, even in demanding roles. This approach helps individuals meet both professional and personal needs without compromising either.

Tools 246

Tools Efficiency Productivity Meeting 246

Epicflow

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Let’s take a quick look at the other benefits of adopting these solutions in manufacturing project management. Capacity planning software provides insights that can be further used for resource planning, project prioritization, workload management, or making other decisions. More accurate forecasting. Cost optimization.

Tools 261

Tools Software Resources Healthcare 261

Epicflow

APRIL 30, 2025

Strategic portfolio management software is an indispensable component of these systems. These tools are essential for translating the strategy into action, while their features should guarantee optimal resource allocation and utilization, risk management , and prioritization of projects and tasks.

Software 130

Software Tools Management Trends 130

Epicflow

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Efficient portfolio management is essential for business success in todays competitive landscape. Managing projects, aligning them with goals, and optimizing resources can be challenging without the right tools. Project portfolio management software, also known as a PPM tool, simplifies planning, execution, and monitoring.

Tools 130

Tools Management Software Resources 130

Epicflow

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Therefore, a proactive approach to effective risk management is critical. Read the article to explore typical difficulties impacting manufacturing projects and learn the strategies to manage risks in manufacturing projects most effectively. So, let’s now review the significance of proper risk management in more detail.

Management 148

Management Resources Software Productivity 148

Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

When you’re planning for a vacation, it is essential to hand over work efficiently. Next, meet with them one-on-one to clarify expectations or any questions they might have. Begin by notifying colleagues and clients of your absence well in advance, ideally four to six weeks ahead.

Efficiency 241

Efficiency Meeting Productivity Management 241

Effective Managers

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

AI and automation are driving efficiencies by taking over routine tasks, freeing leaders and their teams to focus on more strategic, high-impact work. The challenges brought about by the pandemic highlighted the need for leaders who can not only manage but also understand the human aspect of leadership.

Leadership 265

Leadership Agile Tools Culture 265

Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Generative AI will forever change the way meetings are conducted. In the near future, meetings will offer personalized content and purpose-driven expertise, while also serving as guardians against bias and promoting active learning.

Meeting 254

Meeting Efficiency Productivity Enterprise 254

Epicflow

AUGUST 27, 2024

Everyone knows Jira as a task and project management tool that is popular with software developers. And that’s not without reason — the solution helps teams manage their daily work quite effectively. It helps teams organize and manage their tasks, workflows, and reports. Effective backlog management.

Agile 229

Agile Methodologies Resources Software 229

Epicflow

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Efficient portfolio management is essential for business success in todays competitive landscape. Managing projects, aligning them with goals, and optimizing resources can be challenging without the right tools. Project portfolio management software, also known as a PPM tool, simplifies planning, execution, and monitoring.

Tools 130

Tools Management Software Resources 130

Epicflow

JANUARY 30, 2025

An effective Project Management Office (PMO) in an organization is a must nowadays. It helps standardize project management practices, ensure alignment with organizational strategy, and provide oversight to deliver projects successfully. Enhanced risk management through predictive insights. What is a PMO? What are PMO tools?

Tools 130

Tools Software Efficiency Resources 130

Tom Spencer

APRIL 12, 2024

Meetings can either be a powerful catalyst for collaboration and decision-making or a drain on time and productivity. Whether you are in consulting, strategy, operations, or product management, the ability to manage meetings effectively is a crucial skill that can significantly impact the success of your endeavors.

Meeting 143

Meeting Productivity Management How To 143

Epicflow

AUGUST 3, 2022

As companies develop and grow, and the number of projects they deliver increases, business leaders are seeking ways to ensure more efficient coordination of all their initiatives. Does every company need a project management office? In this article, we’ll focus on the overview of a project management office only. .

Management 244

Management Methodologies Resources Efficiency 244

Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The adoption of AI is revolutionizing banking products, enabling financial institutions to offer personalized service, increase efficiency, and enhance security. Fraud Detection and Risk Management Fraud prevention is one of the most critical areas where AI is making a significant impact. What is artificial intelligence?

Banking 78

Banking Finance Meeting Data 78

Clarity Consultants

JULY 28, 2021

Now that COVID-19 vaccine rollouts are well underway, those expectations are changing again, and that needs to be managed. Failing to manage employee expectations as companies begin (or continue to) reopen leads to conflict and frustration. By offering health and wellness digital learning opportunities, you can meet that need.

Management 274

Management How To Training Training 274

Epicflow

APRIL 15, 2022

To be able to stay competitive on the market and cope with any arising issues, aerospace engineering companies are expected to seek how to improve operational efficiency in general and the engineering processes in particular. . What drives efficiency of aircraft engineering projects? Keep control of changing requirements.

Engineering 130

Engineering Efficiency Management How To 130

Epicflow

JUNE 17, 2022

For the growing companies, it’s crucially important to keep track of all their products and make sure they are in demand and meet customers’ needs. Product portfolio management can make this happen. The Essence of Product Portfolio Management and Its Main Functions. Properly Managed Product Portfolio Increases Profitability.

Productivity 246

Productivity Management Resources Software 246

Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 4, 2021

Many of us focus on how efficient we can be. An Example of Moving from Efficiency to Effectiveness. We're focused so much on efficiency, that we haven't decided what not to do. He asked Danielle to present at the meeting. At the project portfolio meeting, Danielle said, “We have too many projects underway.

Efficiency 128

Efficiency Leadership Management Meeting 128

Epicflow

JUNE 10, 2022

So, the importance of risk management cannot be overestimated – it’s better to stay ahead of all possible threats to your project. . What are the most typical risks associated with aerospace engineering projects, and how to manage them effectively? Project management risks. Managing the supply chain. Talent management. .

Engineering 246

Engineering Management How To Risk Analysis 246

Epicflow

JUNE 21, 2023

Among other things, this can be achieved by improving a company’s operational efficiency. How is it possible to increase operational efficiency in project-based organizations? What Is Operational Efficiency and Why Improve It? Improving operational efficiency means delivering more output with the same or less input.

Efficiency 130

Efficiency Operations How To Resources 130

Clarity Consultants

JANUARY 12, 2022

Examine your collaboration platforms for efficiency and user-friendliness, and identify information silos and bottlenecks. Then, find solutions that allow for fast, efficient communication, ensuring everyone can collaborate with ease, and that project updates or changes are distributed in a timely manner.

Efficiency 278

Efficiency Training Training Meeting 278

Effective Managers

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Automation improves efficiency, reducing the time employees spend on repetitive tasks, freeing them to focus on more complex and creative activities. At the same time, the integration of AI into workplaces transforms roles, requiring individuals to reskill and upskill to meet the demands of these emerging technologies.

Trends 148

Trends Ethics Emotional Intelligence Tools 148

Clarity Consultants

MARCH 12, 2025

A well-designed custom eLearning course allows for targeted learning, ensuring employees gain the right skills at the right time, thus enhancing efficiency. Deeper insights require examining financial metrics, employee engagement, and operational efficiencies. But how do you measure its success?

Case Study 130

Case Study Case Studies ROI Metrics 130

Johanna Rothman

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

” It's too hard to find time to meet. We can't find a place to meet. If we're back in the office, we have no meeting rooms. Or, we have some remote people, so we need several “places” to meet and the technology to support all those places. There's a chapter in Manage It! about meetings.

Meeting 137

Meeting Efficiency Tools Resources 137

Clarity Consultants

MARCH 18, 2025

Resource Efficiency Leveraging an instructional design consultant can significantly save time and resources for your company. These professionals utilize efficient project management techniques and have the skills to manage curriculum development, allowing your internal teams to focus on core business tasks.

Case Study 130

Case Study Case Studies Consulting Training 130

Tom Spencer

APRIL 11, 2025

Cross-functional teams have emerged as a powerful model for fostering innovation and efficiency in product development, allowing companies to break down silos, improve communication, and leverage diverse expertise to create better products, faster. Zuhair Imaduddin is a Senior Product Manager at Wells Fargo.

Engineering 88

Engineering Productivity Development Efficiency 88

Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 10, 2024

You might be wondering, “ Can I really start a consulting business or coaching practice while managing the chaos of raising young children?” I showed up for every soccer game, every school play, and every parent-teacher meeting. Efficiency is the name of the game here. ” The answer is yes.

Consulting 156

Consulting How To System Efficiency 156

Clarity Consultants

MAY 19, 2024

Mastering the art of Learning Management System (LMS) optimization is essential for any organization striving for efficiency and effectiveness. The Essence of LMS Management At the heart of any successful LMS lies robust management. Here’s one way to map and think about the content life-cycle.

System 162

System Management Analysis Efficiency 162

Clarity Consultants

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Breaking down intricate data into manageable segments can facilitate better understanding and retention. By leveraging adult learning principles, we design and implement training programs that captivate learners and ensure efficient knowledge transfer. Social Learning Theory : Learning is a social process.

Education 130

Education Construction Case Studies Case Study 130

Epicflow

MARCH 22, 2023

Also, if a company decides to cut expenses but does nothing to increase operational efficiency, it may lead to delivering low-quality output and decreased customer satisfaction. To achieve this, you should analyze your business processes, improve operational efficiency, and identify the causes of excessive expenses.

Resources 188

Resources Management Efficiency Operations 188

Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 4, 2020

I told the story of Cliff, a manager who wanted to understand why the projects were so late. ” I said, “Managers might spend as little as a quarter and as much as a year or two. .” ” In my experience, when organizations want to use agile approaches or transform in some way, the managers start with the teams.

Management 137

Management Agile Meeting ROI 137

Epicflow

JANUARY 31, 2023

Becoming a competent and sought-after project manager is impossible without constant professional development. So, we’d like to give you guidance in this flow of resources – we’ve selected 11 project management books that any successful project manager should discover. Enjoy the reading!

Management 29

Management Handbook Case Study Case Studies 29

Epicflow

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Successful project delivery is usually a result of efficient management of both workflow and resources. In a multi-project environment, ensuring productive work of team members gains even more importance: resources are shared by concurrent projects, and their fruitful work on them will be impossible without wise resource management. .

Resources 130

Resources Management Emotional Intelligence Trends 130

Harvard Business

JULY 6, 2023

Organizational innovation is fueled through effective and agile creation, management, application, recombination, and deployment of knowledge assets and know-how. As such, a company’s comprehensive knowledge is often unaccounted for and difficult to organize and deploy where needed in an effective or efficient way.

Training 202

Training Training Data Agile 202

Epicflow

AUGUST 11, 2022

It may seem the outcomes of effective change management are obvious – if positive transformations have happened, the process was effective. . However, the present-day ever-evolving business environment demonstrates that change management is rather a journey than a destination. Change management performance .

Metrics 130

Metrics Change Management Management Efficiency 130

Effective Managers

JULY 26, 2024

Kanban is another agile approach that focuses on visualizing work, limiting work in progress, and maximizing efficiency (or flow). Kanban boards are used to visualize the workflow and help teams manage their work more transparently and effectively. Increased team morale and productivity are notable benefits of agile.

Methodologies 235

Methodologies Agile Productivity Training 235

Epicflow

MARCH 22, 2024

This article is inspired by the webinar featuring Epicflow co-founder Jan Willem Tromp and professor Mario Vanhoucke based on his latest book “The Illusion of Control: Project Data, Computer Algorithms and Human Intuition for Project Management and Control”. So, what do you need for an efficient risk analysis?

Data 130

Data Risk Analysis Management Analysis 130