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  • Securing Executive Buy-In: A Case Study in Persuasive Communication

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    The Challenge: Sarah, a newly appointed Head of Innovation at a leading Australian healthcare provider, is tasked with implementing a new telehealth platform to improve patient access to care. She needs to secure funding and executive support from the Chief Operating Officer (COO), Mark, to move forward with the project. However, Mark is known for…

  • The Wise Leader: A Case Study in Humility and Continuous Learning

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    The Challenge: Alex, a recently promoted project manager at a large Australian telecommunications company, is eager to prove his capabilities and lead his first major project to success. He is assigned to oversee the rollout of a new customer relationship management (CRM) system, a critical initiative for the company’s growth strategy. Confident in his abilities…

  • How to Alter the Course of Your Project’s History: Using the Seven Keys to Success

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    Projects, like ships, can easily veer off course amidst the stormy seas of changing requirements, unforeseen obstacles, and conflicting priorities. But seasoned captains know that with the right navigational tools, they can steer their vessels towards successful shores. Here are seven keys to unlock your project’s true potential and alter its course towards triumph: 1.…

  • Unearthing Project Secrets: The Power of the Contract Master File in Program Recovery

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    Imagine you’ve been called in to rescue a failing project. It’s like arriving at a crime scene, but instead of a body, you’ve got a mountain of documents – the Contract Master File. Now, you might be tempted to just focus on the immediate crisis, but trust me, this file is your treasure trove of…

  • The Perils of Prediction: Why Accurate Estimation is Crucial for Project Success

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    Imagine you’re baking a cake. You wouldn’t just toss all the ingredients in a bowl and hope for the best, would you? You’d follow a recipe, carefully measuring each ingredient and adjusting the baking time based on your oven and the type of cake. Similarly, in project management, accurate estimation is like having a reliable…

  • Beyond Project Management: The Strategic Power of Programs

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    The traditional distinction between program and project management often falls short. It’s not simply a matter of managing one project versus many. Program management delves into strategic, long-term planning that transcends the scope of individual projects. Think of it this way: project management is tactical, while program management is strategic. While a project focuses on delivering…

  • Why IT Projects Need a Manager: A Recipe for Disaster

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    Imagine you’re baking a cake. You’ve got all the ingredients, a shiny new oven, and a hungry family waiting. But what if you don’t have a recipe? Or if the recipe keeps changing every five minutes? Or if your oven has a mind of its own and decides to bake at 2000 degrees? Chaos, right?…

  • Achieving Project Alignment: The Cornerstone of Effective Programme Recovery

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    In the complex landscape of programme recovery, achieving true alignment across all team members is paramount to success. This alignment hinges on two fundamental pillars: a shared understanding of the chief architect’s intent and a stabilised organisational structure that empowers effective collaboration and efficient execution. Decoding the Architect’s Vision: The chief architect plays a critical…

  • Knowledge and wisdom are often used interchangeably, but they are truly distinct concepts.

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    Let’s dive deeper into these distinctions, exploring them as if we were discussing them over a cuppa at a Melbourne cafe. Knowledge is like a toolbox filled with tools. It’s the accumulation of facts, information, and skills acquired through learning and experience. You might have knowledge of historical dates, scientific formulas, or the rules of grammar.…

  • Fostering Reflective Practice in Project Management

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    Introduction In the dynamic world of project management, adaptability is key. Project managers, like chameleons, must constantly adjust to shifting landscapes, absorbing and processing new information to navigate challenges and deliver successful outcomes. This inherent need for flexibility underscores the importance of reflection – the ability to critically examine experiences and extract valuable lessons. Organisations…