Epicflow

MARCH 19, 2024

The Epicflow team continues implementing the most powerful functionality to provide our clients with a variety of tools to juggle projects and resources most efficiently. In software development projects or any Agile environment, it’s typical to work with cross-functional teams consisting of employees with different roles (e.g.,

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Johanna Rothman

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Ron Jeffries, Matt Barcomb, and several other people wrote an interesting thread about prescriptive and non-prescriptive approaches to team-based agile. If you don’t want to read the entire thread, here is a summary: People often need help with their agile approach. That’s why we have the agile values and principles.

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Brimstone Consulting

JUNE 29, 2020

important;}”] A conversation on agile strategy and opportunity with Andy Frawley and Bob Weiler. The current environment requires agility and agility, Bob Weiler reminds us, starts with market realities. It is going to be more current than what you would get from a third party or an external resource.

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Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 21, 2019

I started asking if you actually need an agile approach in Part 1 and noted the 4 big problems I see. Part 2 was why we need managers in an agile transformation. Part 4 was about how “Agile” is meaningless and “agile” is an adjective that needs to be applied to something. That would be resilient.

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Harvard Business

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This shift presents a unique opportunity for SMEs, whose inherent agility gives them an edge in adopting and innovating with AI. It’s not far-fetched to foresee a future marketplace where the depth of corporate resources is not the unequivocal determinant of success.

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Johanna Rothman

APRIL 14, 2020

Let me address a little about business agility and innovation. Business agility allows us to create a culture where we plan to change. Too many people think business agility is about the ability to do more of the same, faster. Instead of optimizing for a team's agility, we can encourage management agility with flow efficiency.

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Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 15, 2019

I started this series asking where “Agile” was headed. This part is about how people want a recipe, The Answer, for how to get better at “Agile.” ” Before we can address what an answer might be, your need to know your why for an agile approach. Can “Agile” deliver on that?

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Johanna Rothman

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

If you read my scaling agile series , you can see that becoming an agile organization requires seeing your organization as a system with a culture. If you don’t also address the cultural problems of rewards, you won’t continue with your agile transformation. Do join us at the Influential Agile Leader.

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Brimstone Consulting

JUNE 29, 2020

A conversation on agile strategy and opportunity with Andy Frawley and Bob Weiler. The current environment requires agility and agility, Bob Weiler reminds us, starts with market realities. It is going to be more current than what you would get from a third party or an external resource. Market Realities. Critical Issues.

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Business Consulting Agency

MARCH 15, 2024

This data-driven approach allows companies to make informed decisions, allocate resources efficiently, and maximize marketing effectiveness. Leveraging these connections, consultants help companies amplify their brand reach, secure media placements, negotiate favorable partnerships, and access innovative marketing tools and resources.

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Johanna Rothman

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

If you took an agile workshop sometime in the past 15 years, you probably played the “ ball game.” Especially since they've probably suffered through way too many “agile” workshops with more and more games. That's an example of how insidious resource efficiency thinking is. Why do I have to play a game?”

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Cloud tools and technologies are influencing the future of data science work in two key areas: scaling resources and improving workforce agility. If organizations want to make use of these capabilities, though, they also need to develop strong data security and privacy frameworks when operating in a cloud environment.

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Steve Shu Consulting

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

At the core when it comes to the classroom, professors compete against other learning resources that scale dramatically and are delivered at lower cost. I am all for further development of those types of resources and educational models, recognizing their benefits, challenges, and limitations.

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SkillQuo

JANUARY 6, 2018

When you require a team of 15+ people from principle to analysts on-site at multiple locations, one of the Big 4 firms will naturally have more resources. When should you consider an agile alternative? However, there are hidden yet significant advantages for an enterprise level company to go lean and agile.

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Harvard Business

MAY 15, 2018

Increasing volatility, uncertainty, growing complexity, and ambiguous information (VUCA) has created a business environment in which agile collaboration is more critical than ever. Intuitively, we know that the collaborative intensity of work has skyrocketed, and that collaborations are central to agility. This story is not unique.

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LSA Global

APRIL 1, 2024

Strong Strategic Alignment The effective execution of a strategic direction requires a thoughtful alignment of resources and capabilities. We define strong strategic alignment as the cohesion between a company’s strategic direction and its organization’s capabilities, resources, and mindsets. Is your strategy strong enough?

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 9, 2024

Consulting services optimize operational processes, supply chain management, inventory control, and resource allocation. They provide guidance on organizational structure, talent acquisition, workflow automation, and technology integration to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and agility for startups.

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Johanna Rothman

JANUARY 6, 2023

” These people claim there is no need for either role in an effective team, especially an agile team because the team can manage its own deliverables. While some agile teams can manage their own deliverables, that's not the only role for a project or program manager. No one sees the big picture. However, we still had uncertainty.

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Epicflow

JANUARY 30, 2024

Project managers can utilize the power of AI by leveraging project/resource management tools where the technology is incorporated. You can forecast project delays, resource bottlenecks, budget overrun, project performance, etc. Let’s now review the most common applications of the technology in more detail.

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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 30, 2024

Small Businesses: Strategic Guidance for Sustainable Growth Benefits: Small businesses face challenges ranging from limited resources to intense competition. Larger Enterprises: Strategic Agility for Continued Success Benefits: Large enterprises often contend with complexities such as market shifts and internal organizational challenges.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 5, 2023

Stonewall’s disruption During the first half of the American Civil War, Southern forces consistently outdid Northern forces, despite being outnumbered in terms of soldiers and resources. Although he was eventually defeated, Napoleon held his ground through efficiency and agility. What’s more, they know how to maintain that advantage.

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Johanna Rothman

JANUARY 8, 2018

I had a great time recording with two of the guys from the Agile Uprising Podcast. See Create Your Successful Agile Project with Johanna Rothman. I had an opportunity to rant and rave about many things: agile project managers (no, the term is not an oxymoron). We discussed the book. I had a great time with Jay and James.

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Business Consulting Agency

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Impact : Lack of clear direction or ineffective implementation can lead to wasted resources and missed opportunities. Financial Planning and Management : Consulting Services’ Assistance : Consultants provide financial guidance, assisting in budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.

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Organizational Talent Consulting

JUNE 5, 2023

link] Cross-Cultural Strategy #1: Culturally Agile Leadership Leaders increasingly face cross-cultural differences working with diverse customers and employees. Cross-cultural differences require leaders with cultural agility. Successful, culturally agile leaders can see themself through another person's perspective.

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Epicflow

APRIL 19, 2024

This includes project plans, portfolios, programs, and the resource pool. Assess the software’s ability to meet your organization’s needs, improve resource management processes, and achieve desired outcomes. Flexibility : Epicflow is applicable to any project management methodology you stick to, including Agile.

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Epicflow

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

How can manufacturers ensure the successful delivery of their complex projects under conditions of increasing uncertainty and a lack of required human resources? The solution lies in intelligent project and resource management. As a result, a lack of resources has been an ongoing challenge for the manufacturing industry.

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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 15, 2024

Access to Local Networks and Resources Establishing a strong network in the US is crucial for business success. Local experts have well-established connections and can open doors to valuable networks, potential partners, and resources. This network access can significantly expedite market entry and facilitate strategic collaborations.

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Alan Weiss

JANUARY 6, 2021

That kind of performance isn’t merely a question of skills development, no matter what human resources latest fad of the month is, but rather one of behaviors and talents such as discipline, accountability, focus, commitment, mental agility, and so forth.

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 4, 2024

Cost-Effective Solutions For startups and small businesses with limited resources, outsourcing marketing expertise can be a cost-effective solution. Rather than maintaining an in-house marketing team with fixed expenses, consulting services offer flexible arrangements, allowing companies to scale resources based on their needs.

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Johanna Rothman

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Now, it's time for Economies of Scale and how that ties into resource efficiency thinking. Resource Efficiency Thinking Traps Many Managers And I said the managers were not stupid. They used resource efficiency to make project portfolio decisions. Resource efficiency focuses on each person's contribution to the whole.

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Epicflow

JANUARY 21, 2022

Such a complicated multi-project environment with its project dependencies and shared resources requires a well-thought project and resource management approach. . This means that financial resources allocated for projects can be limited. . Utilize available resources with maximum efficiency. The need to cut costs.

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Business Consulting Agency

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Market Entry Strategies US market entry consultants create customized entry strategies based on a company’s goals, resources, and target audience. They assist in budget planning, cost analysis, and resource allocation, ensuring that financial resources are used judiciously.

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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 16, 2024

Benefits: Streamlined operations, improved productivity, and resource optimization. Human Resources Management Assistance: Consultants guide businesses in developing HR policies, talent acquisition, and employee engagement strategies. Benefits: Access to new markets, resources, and expertise.

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Kates Kesler

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Very large multi-national product companies need to find creative ways to enjoy the benefits of scale while remaining agile. Agility and scale rarely co-exist in the design of the organizational operating model. So why is it so hard to create networked, agile teams in large, global product companies? The global/local tension.

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Harvard Business

JULY 19, 2017

Many companies are attempting a radical — and often rapid — shift from hierarchical structures to more agile environments, in order to operate at the speed required by today’s competitive marketplace. At Bain & Company, we do not believe that companies should try to use agile methods everywhere. This takes time.

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Business Consulting Agency

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Avoidance of Costly Mistakes : Consultants guide businesses in avoiding common pitfalls, ensuring resource optimization, and minimizing errors that may negatively impact online sales efforts. The e-commerce landscape is fiercely competitive, demanding strategic agility and a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends.

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Johanna Rothman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

If you’re thinking about an agile transformation, you already know about feature teams. Except, in an agile approach, product management (often via product owners) is an integral part of a high-performing agile team. And, great agile teams often have HR support near the team, if not part of the team. See Part 2.

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