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  • Rewriting Project Destiny: Seven Keys to Success, Illustrated with an IT Infrastructure Upgrade

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    Let’s imagine a common scenario: your company is undertaking a major IT infrastructure upgrade. The goal is to modernise outdated systems, improve efficiency, and enhance security. But like any voyage, this project faces potential storms. Here’s how to navigate them using the seven keys to success: 1. Stakeholder Commitment: All Hands on Deck 2. Realising…

  • Sanity Check: The Top 10 Issues with Programs and Portfolios

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    AIMS

    In the world of project management, it’s easy to get lost in the weeds. Deadlines loom, budgets tighten, and stakeholders demand updates. But sometimes, we need to take a step back and perform a “sanity check” on our programs and portfolios. This means asking ourselves the tough questions and making sure we’re still on the…

  • Guidance for Project Management Professionals: Avoiding and Addressing Troubled Projects

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    AIMS

    Overview This document provides guidance to project management professionals on recognizing and addressing troubled projects. While it focuses on technical aspects, it’s crucial to remember that commercial, contractual, financial, and legal factors also play significant roles in project health. This information should be used in conjunction with other resources covering those areas. Early Warning Signs…

  • Building Trust, Not Blame: The Foundation of Successful Project Recovery

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    Imagine walking into a project that’s in crisis mode. Deadlines are whooshing past, the budget is hemorrhaging, and the team is a mix of stressed, defensive, and finger-pointing. As the Program Recovery Manager, your instinct might be to crack the whip, find the culprits, and demand accountability. But hold on! There’s a more effective, and…

  • Five Lessons from a Year at the Coalface of Transformation

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    One year ago, we embarked on a major transformation journey. We’ve made significant progress, laying the groundwork for the next phase of this three-year program. Here are five key lessons we’ve learned along the way: 1. The Incumbent’s Dilemma: Established companies carry the weight of legacy systems, processes, and mindsets. In today’s rapidly changing world,…

  • Technical Risks: Avoiding the Common Pitfalls

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    AIMS

    In any project, especially those heavily reliant on technology, navigating technical risks is crucial to success. These risks, stemming from technological uncertainties or challenges, can derail timelines, inflate budgets, and even compromise the entire project. But with careful planning and proactive mitigation strategies, many common pitfalls can be avoided. Common Technical Risks & How to…

  • Why a 90-Day Onboarding Plan Works: Demonstrating Your Commitment to New ICT Project Managers

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    AIMS

    A 90-day onboarding plan isn’t just a checklist; it’s a powerful statement about your commitment to setting new ICT project managers up for success. It demonstrates that you value their contribution and are invested in their growth within the organization. Here’s why it works: 1. It Shows You Care: A well-structured onboarding plan signals to…

  • Are You Losing Control of Your T&T Projects?

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    AIMS

    Technology & Transformation (T&T) projects are the engines of innovation and growth in today’s business world. But for C-suite executives, maintaining control over these complex initiatives can feel like trying to steer a ship in a storm. Are you experiencing that sinking feeling that your T&T projects are slipping through your fingers? Warning Signs You…

  • Holding the Line: The Art of Strategic Retreat in Project Recovery

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    AIMS

    Rudyard Kipling, in his poem “The Young British Soldier,” offers a potent piece of advice: “If your officer’s dead and the sergeants look white, Remember it’s ruin to run from a fight; So take open order, lie down and sit tight, An’ wait for supports like a soldier.” While penned for the battlefield, this counsel…

  • The Power of Your Project Story

    The Power of Your Project Story

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    AIMS

    “Don’t forget – no one else sees the world the way you do, so no one else can tell the stories that you have to tell.” – Charles de Lint    🙌 Project managers, this quote is a powerful reminder of your unique value. You have a vision that no one else does. You see the…