Progressus

AUGUST 28, 2023

Since the performance level of sub-contractors is a reflection of the company that hired them, it’s critical to effectively manage them throughout the course of daily operations until a project is complete. In addition to company information, it is useful to learn more about the personnel who may be an assigned to your project.

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Steve Shu Consulting

MARCH 23, 2011

When people think about consultants, they often think about those that work for companies like McKinsey, Accenture, Deloitte, etc. These are companies that are essentially independent from product vendors. However, there are a number of companies that provide consulting or professional services as part of product companies (e.g.,

Productivity 247

Productivity Company Consulting Sales 247

Johanna Rothman

JUNE 21, 2023

In product development, we often use the words, “user” and “customer” interchangeably. But they mean different things depending on the type of product you create. It's time to clarify who we want to satisfy, so we can make better product decisions. Users use the product. I called that program manager my Customer.

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Productivity Telecommunications Enterprise Development 90

Tom Spencer

JULY 14, 2023

While this idea is appealing and no doubt has some truth to it, it has led many entrepreneurs to develop, fund, and launch products that ultimately fail. Why waste years scaling up a product that from the outset never performed the job that customers needed doing? It has come to be known as product-market fit.

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Business Consulting Agency

MARCH 21, 2024

Warehouse service providers play a crucial role in supply chain management, logistics, and distribution for businesses across various industries. As competition intensifies and customer expectations evolve, warehouse service companies seek strategies to increase clientele sales, optimize operations, and drive business growth.

Company 52

Company Sales Operations Efficiency 52

Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

A heavily top-down approach might have worked in the past but this style of boss management is increasingly ineffective and alienating to employees. In the modern workplace, the best managers have instead embraced a more empowering and collaborative method known as lead management.

Management 88

Management Productivity Analysis Leadership 88

Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 1, 2024

For foreign companies venturing into the vibrant and competitive landscape of the United States market, navigating regulatory complexities, cultural differences, and market nuances can be daunting. Foreign companies thrive in the US market with local expert assistance and support through consulting services.

Marketing 52

Marketing Company Intellectual Property Analysis 52

Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 2, 2024

In the ever-evolving beauty and skincare industry, launching a successful skincare company requires a blend of innovation, market knowledge, strategic planning, and operational excellence. Startup consulting services launch skincare companies with best practices and successfully. Speak to an expert. Get advice and a consultation.

Company 52

Company Consulting Efficiency Trends 52

Johanna Rothman

APRIL 2, 2019

We have many words for people who shepherd the business value of a product. When we don't agree, we run the risk of not managing our strategy, not thinking in terms of problems, and not managing our tactics. Here's how I think of the various agile product roles: product managers, product owners, and business analysts.

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Productivity Management Agile Strategy 74

Tom Spencer

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Business operations teams play a critical role in the success and growth of both big companies and small startups. Let’s explore the role of business operations teams in greater detail for both big companies and small startups. They can also monitor vendor compliance and manage any associated risks.

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Steve Shu Consulting

JULY 16, 2020

Probably the most common definition out there is that management consultants are like doctors for companies (instead of doctors for people). For example, there are some management consultants that are more specialized like brain surgeons. There may also be management consultants that operate more like pharmacists.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Prahalad argued that the world’s poorest people constituted the “bottom of the pyramid” (BoP) and presented a massive opportunity for the world’s wealthiest companies. Management leaders need a clearly defined Side of the Pyramid (SoP) strategy to optimize the available opportunities and develop more inclusive products and services.

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Productivity Marketing Groups Development 75

Clarity Consultants

DECEMBER 16, 2021

While it allows the company to implement new strategies, processes, or technologies that enhance productivity and profitability, change is inherently disruptive for employees. That can lead to frustration and discontent, particularly if the change isn’t properly managed. How Change Management Benefits Companies.

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Change Management Company Management Comparison 73

Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 11, 2024

Creating a skin care product line is a nuanced endeavor that demands a blend of creativity, scientific precision, and industry knowledge. Business consulting services, particularly those specializing in the beauty and skincare sector, play a crucial role in navigating the complexities of bringing a new brand and product line to life.

Productivity 52

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The Source

AUGUST 6, 2020

The UK has long suffered from weak productivity. One theory as to why is that the UK economy has a long tail of small companies, which have lower than average productivity. Is there a parallel among professional services firms?

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Productivity Management Financial Company 96

Harvard Business

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Countries around the world are enacting legislation, known as extended producer responsibility regulations, to make companies more accountable for the end-of-life phase of their products. While companies may fear that these take-back programs would lead to increased costs that drive away consumers, new research suggests differently.

Productivity 74

Productivity Study Research Company 74

Johanna Rothman

MARCH 13, 2024

Several reasons: No manager cares about “agile” even if they care about agility. That means everyone needs to understand what managers care about and want: more net income. That act of buying means the company gets some revenue. Companies must manage their expenses so they can afford to stay in business.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Product design is more creative than engineering, more practical than art, and more hands-on than graphic design Product design is a field that involves the creation and development of new products or product improvements. What Do Product Designers Do?

Productivity 88

Productivity Engineering Interviews Trends 88

Organizational Talent Consulting

APRIL 8, 2024

It can be productive, motivating you to innovate, or draining, leading to burnout. Why you need a workplace stress reduction strategy Managing long-term stress can lower your risk for conditions like heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, and depression. Management Science. One emotion that often defines work is stress.

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Efficiency Productivity Journal Survey 84

Business Consulting Agency

JUNE 17, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, driving product sales is a top priority for companies aiming to achieve sustainable growth. Explore how business consultants can drastically assist companies in increasing product sales and the methodologies they employ to drive success. Want product sales success?

Sales 52

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Johanna Rothman

JUNE 7, 2022

What do teams need to know about the product now to focus their work? If I was the product leader, I would write which feature sets and which problems they solve in each of these various minimum boxes. Product leaders need the flexibility to replan. In addition, product leaders can replan as necessary. He didn't know.

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 22, 2024

So, your manager told you that they’ll be bringing in someone else above you. This refers to a situation where an additional layer of management is inserted between you and your current reporting line. While layering is typically a strategic move for the company, it stings when it happens to you.

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Clarity Consultants

MARCH 16, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business environment, ensuring employees are as productive as possible is essential. Learning and Development (L&D) is becoming increasingly important to make reaching productivity goals possible. Here’s a closer look at how L&D improves employee productivity.

Productivity 83

Productivity Culture Efficiency Development 83

Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

In the previous article , I introduced the concepts of boss and lead management, and it seems clear-cut that the latter is superior and preferable. In this article, I explore why managers might struggle to implement lead management and fall back into the bad habits of boss management. What’s wrong with him?”

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 10, 2024

For international companies eyeing the vast opportunities in the United States market or those already operating within its borders, the complexities and nuances of doing business in the US can present challenges. Consulting services for companies entering the US market can be highly beneficial.

Marketing 52

Marketing Company Consulting Trends 52

Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 14, 2020

Many tech companies such as Microsoft have announced that they plan to let employees work remote permanently. In this post, I will share my learnings on running virtual meetings to help you be more productive remotely. Share presentation materials in advance of the meeting (my company has a 48-hour pre-read policy).

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Markovitz Consulting

APRIL 16, 2019

A recent article by Sam Walker in the Wall Street Journal argues that better managers are the key to delivering better results. Walker cites research by Gallup showing that the quality of middle managers determines 70% of the variance between high-performing and low-performing companies. So this makes sense.

Management 190

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Epicflow

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The solution lies in intelligent project and resource management. Read the article to gain insight into the specifics of manufacturing project management and learn useful recommendations on the effective orchestration of projects in the industry. Increased use of technologies and related risks Industry 4.0

Management 52

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Johanna Rothman

JANUARY 21, 2021

Here, I assume you want multiple releases for your product. That means you will make different product-based decisions at different times. Product owners might want to change the roadmap as often as every 1-10 days, but I don't see that often. And, for what drives the company, to define the strategy?

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Productivity Agile Guidelines Strategy 130

Harvard Business

MARCH 29, 2024

Because of AI’s ability to learn from vast amounts of data and maximize efficiency, companies have predicted that humans working with it will be able to free up their time and expand their creative efforts, thereby driving greater innovation.

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Research Tools Management Efficiency 75

Tom Spencer

JUNE 30, 2023

The financial services industry comprises firms that operate across a range of sectors: Asset & Wealth Management, Banking & Capital Markets, and Insurance. Wealth Management vs Asset Management Many people interchangeably use the term asset and wealth management.

Banking 78

Banking Management Real Estate Insurance 78

Business Consulting Agency

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, companies face multifaceted challenges and opportunities that demand strategic expertise and innovative solutions. Enhancing companies and results through consulting services is smart business. This data-driven approach helps companies make informed decisions.

Company 52

Company Operations Financial Efficiency 52

Business Consulting Agency

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Selling products these days can be a very lucrative business. Selling through brick and mortar stores via retail, as well as online through e-commerce can generate a tremendous amount of profits for a company. Some products sell better than others. Many factors impact a business that sells products.

Productivity 52

Productivity Marketing Advertising Sales 52

Rick Conlow

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Employee productivity is critical to a manager’s success. What do your employees say at the bar or coffee cafe about you (the boss) or the company? Increasing Employee Productivity, Motivation, and Engagement. 82% of managers fail because they do not receive on-going training and development.

Productivity 90

Productivity Training Training Leadership 90

Johanna Rothman

DECEMBER 11, 2019

I spoke with a project manager recently. I used to facilitate project teams as a project manager. Why a project manager? We had (and still have) too many products to keep the same teams on them for a long time. We could move to a new product and/or a new team. Now, they want to call me a Product Owner.

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Business Consulting Agency

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Here, we explore the diverse areas in which business consultants assist companies and the myriad of benefits that companies can expect when partnering with these invaluable experts. Find out here how companies reap benefits when working with experts. Power of business consulting is hard to ignore.

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