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  • Confronting the Crystal Ball: The Art of Accurate Estimation in Project Recovery

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    Okay, imagine you’re a Program Recovery Manager stepping into a project that’s gone off the rails. The client is breathing down your neck, the team is demoralized, and the deadline is a distant memory. Your mission: to develop a recovery plan, complete with realistic dates, and convince everyone that you can actually pull it off.…

  • Building High-Performing Teams: It’s Not Just About You

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    AIMS

    In today’s fast-paced and competitive world, building high-performing teams is more critical than ever. But what exactly constitutes a high-performing team? It’s more than just individual brilliance. It’s about recognizing that true strength lies in a diverse group of individuals with complementary skills, perspectives, and even ways of thinking that may surpass your own. Embracing…

  • Synchronising Forces: The Power of a Coordinated Technical Review in Project Recovery

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    AIMS

    Imagine you’re leading a rescue mission to save a sinking ship. You wouldn’t send the divers to patch the hull weeks after the engineers arrive to assess the damage, right? You need a coordinated effort, with all hands on deck at the right time. The same principle applies to project recovery, especially when technical issues…

  • Unpacking the Russian Doll: Managing Sub-Tasks in Project Recovery

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    AIMS

    Alright, imagine you’re facing a massive task, like “Fix the Website” or “Upgrade the System.” It seems overwhelming, right? Like one giant, monolithic block of work. But here’s the secret: these big tasks are often like Russian dolls, containing smaller, more manageable tasks nested inside. Think of it this way: “Fix the Website” might involve…

  • Transition in IT Service Delivery

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    AIMS

    Transition encompasses all the essential steps an IT vendor takes to smoothly assume service delivery responsibilities from a client. This process typically unfolds within the first 90-120 days of the contract and includes: Maintaining “Business as Usual” Throughout the transition period, the vendor prioritizes maintaining the client’s “business as usual” operations. This means minimizing disruptions…

  • Personal and strong story telling

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    AIMS

    Let’s say I need to fire up a room full of C-suite execs at a mining company about the importance of embracing innovation. Here’s how I’d deliver that message, inspired by the “Inch by Inch” speech: (Stands confidently centre stage, scans the room, making eye contact with individuals) “Alright, listen up! We’re in a fight.…

  • The Four Cornerstones of Program Management: Building a Solid Foundation for Success

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    AIMS

    Program management is a complex discipline, requiring a delicate balancing act to achieve organizational goals. Like a sturdy building, successful programs are built upon a solid foundation. This foundation consists of four cornerstones: cost, scope, schedule, and quality. Each cornerstone plays a vital role in supporting the program’s structure and ensuring its stability.    1. Cost: The Financial Bedrock…

  • More Than Just Projects: Why Program Management Matters

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    AIMS

    In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations are constantly juggling multiple initiatives aimed at achieving strategic goals. While individual projects are essential building blocks, it’s the overarching program management that truly connects the dots and drives meaningful outcomes. Program management provides the strategic framework and guidance needed to navigate complexities, optimize resources, and deliver lasting value.    Beyond the…

  • Business Is Combat: A Fighter Pilot’s Guide to Winning in Modern Business Warfare – A Leadership Perspective

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    AIMS

    James D. Murphy, a decorated fighter pilot and successful entrepreneur, draws a compelling analogy between the high-stakes world of aerial combat and the challenges faced in modern business in his book, “Business Is Combat.” While the comparison might initially seem dramatic, Murphy skillfully translates his military experience into a practical leadership framework, offering valuable insights…

  • Is Your Project Team a Dream Team or a Nightmare? (And How to Make it the Former!)

    Is Your Project Team a Dream Team or a Nightmare? (And How to Make it the Former!)

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    AIMS

    Ever felt like you’re herding cats instead of leading a team? As project managers, we know the struggle is real. Juggling deadlines, resources, and personalities can feel like a chaotic circus act. But what if I told you there’s a way to transform that chaos into a symphony of productivity and success? The secret lies…