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  • About Us

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    Applied Information Management Solutions Pty Ltd welcomes you, and we encourage you to explore the domain name acquisition journey with us. We help in the procurement, handling, and disposition of high-quality internet domain names. What we offer is no less than a elevation in the presence and stature of your brand as it exists in…

  • Aligning the Stars: Why a Shared Vision is Crucial for Project Success

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    Imagine you’re leading a team of explorers on a voyage to a distant island. You have a clear vision: to discover this uncharted territory, map its resources, and establish a thriving settlement. But what if your crew doesn’t share this vision? What if they’re just focused on getting through the day, collecting their wages, and…

  • Why Storytelling Matters for Program Executives

    Why Storytelling Matters for Program Executives

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    Imagine you’re captaining a ship sailing towards a new destination. Your crew is talented but diverse, with different skills and experiences. The journey is long, and the seas can get rough. How do you keep everyone motivated, aligned, and focused on the end goal? You tell them stories. That’s precisely why program executives need to…

  • Taking the Reins: A Project Manager’s Guide to Seamless Transitions

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    Stepping into a new project can feel like navigating uncharted territory. As project managers, we’re entrusted with guiding our teams to success, but what happens when that journey begins with taking over from someone else? This transition period can be a critical make-or-break moment, and how we handle it sets the tone for the entire…

  • Winning Hearts and Minds: The Double-Edged Sword of Project Recovery

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    Okay, imagine you’re called in to rescue a failing project. You’re the cavalry, the fixer, the “Program Recovery Manager” with a reputation for turning chaos into order. But here’s the twist: you’re not just fighting a technical battle; you’re fighting a perception battle. Think of it like this: you’re a firefighter rushing into a burning…

  • Unlocking Project Success: 5 Essential Questions for Every Team Member

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    Imagine you’re leading a team on a challenging expedition. You’ve got a diverse group of individuals, each with their own skills and expertise. But to reach your destination, you need to ensure everyone is aligned, motivated, and working together effectively. How do you do that? Well in my experience it all boils down to asking…

  • From Gridlock to Go-Time: Energizing Your Project Recovery with Targeted Action

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    Alright, imagine you’ve got a powerful engine, a finely-tuned machine ready to roar back to life. But there’s one crucial element missing: fuel. Without it, your engine sputters and stalls. In the world of project recovery, that fuel is actionable scheduling. You’ve meticulously crafted your resource tracking spreadsheet, a detailed grid outlining who’s doing what.…

  • Building Bridges: Communication and Strategic Maneuvers in Project Recovery

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    Okay, so you’ve diagnosed the patient and identified the ailments plaguing your troubled project. Now, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and start developing the treatment plan – your project recovery strategy. But before you dive headfirst into Gantt charts and resource allocation, there’s a crucial step you shouldn’t skip: building bridges of communication.…

  • Cultivating Wise ICT Leaders: A Perspective for Project Management and HR

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    AIMS

    This article by Holliday, Statler, and Flanders (2007) presents a compelling argument for cultivating “practical wisdom” in ICT leaders, offering valuable insights for both senior project managers and HR professionals. In today’s complex and rapidly evolving technological landscape, leaders need more than just technical expertise; they need the wisdom to navigate ambiguity, balance competing demands,…

  • Knowing Thyself: The Key to Project Management Success

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    The ancient Greek aphorism, “Know thyself,” inscribed on the Temple of Apollo at Delphi, holds profound wisdom for project managers in the modern world. It’s not just about understanding your strengths and weaknesses, but also about actively seeking feedback and understanding the values of those around you. This self-awareness is the foundation upon which successful…