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20 traits of highly effective project managers

CIO Business Intelligence

To thrive, project managers need to have and hone a complex combination of technical, business, and interpersonal skills. Effective project managers must know how to define the scope of a project , identify necessary resources, and schedule those resources — all part of the technical aspect of the job.

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Software project management challenges — and how to handle them

CIO Business Intelligence

The need for efficient software development has taken on greater importance as enterprises introduce more and more digital services and add automation capabilities to enhance business processes. Managing software projects might not be at the top of CIOs’ priority lists , but it is something that IT leaders will have to master.

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How to deploy the Redmine project management application with Docker

Tech Republic

Jack Wallen walks you through the process of deploying the Redmine project management tool with the help of Docker Compose. The post How to deploy the Redmine project management application with Docker appeared first on TechRepublic.

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How to add the Sprints add-on to the Ora project management tool

Tech Republic

Sprints are a very important component of agile development and Jack Wallen shows you how to add them to the Ora project management tool. The post How to add the Sprints add-on to the Ora project management tool appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Why and How to Earn Your PMP® Credential

Gaining your Project Management Professional (PMP) certification can be very beneficial for any project manager. Most successful PMP candidates treat preparing for the PMP exam as a personal project. Ongoing professional development is necessary, and career benefits may not be immediate.

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How to deploy the on-site version of the Orangescrum project management platform

Tech Republic

If you're looking to host a project management tool in your data center, look no further than Orangescrum. The post How to deploy the on-site version of the Orangescrum project management platform appeared first on TechRepublic.

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How to integrate GitHub with Trello for more powerful project management

Tech Republic

The post How to integrate GitHub with Trello for more powerful project management appeared first on TechRepublic. Expert Jack Wallen’s video tutorial provides you with step-by-step instructions on integrating GitHub with Trello.

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From Predictive to Agile: How to Choose the Right Project Management Methodology

Instead, project managers are embracing dynamic and adaptable frameworks that carefully consider project and product variables to determine the most suitable development approaches and project life cycles. Our profession is undergoing a transformation, moving away from rigid, one-size-fits-all methodologies.

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Drive Better Results for Your Professional Services Firm Part 2: Deliver Profitable Projects

Speaker: Patrick Connally and Andy Yeomans

Professional Services at Microsoft, and Andy Yeomans, Executive Vice President at HSO ProServ, explore strategies firms can take to maximize project performance. In this 30-minute session, we will explore a wide range of topics, including how to: Develop more accurate project estimates that get your projects off on the right foot.