Welcome back to February’s edition of Streamline!
We’re evolving with our Streamline newsletter, ensuring you're informed about the latest in project management—because what we know and do today shapes tomorrow.
This February, we're ahead of the curve, bringing you our top articles in project and portfolio management before the month wraps up.
That being said, from EU AI regulations to understanding failed projects. Here are our favorite picks:
A 35 million dollar fine? Thanks to the EU AI Act, some companies could face up to 7% of annual global turnover for violations related to AI systems that the act prohibits. What does it mean for your business? HBR breaks down the complexities and lays out a clear strategy for making sure compliance is part of your business operations. (Read time: 6 minutes).
Failed projects suck. From the emotional rollercoaster to the financial and operational costs of a failed project. They sure come with a lot of weight. That's why in this article, there are 5 steps that can help you get better at killing failed (and non-failed) projects (Read time 5 minutes)
Antonio's Insights: A Webinar on AI's Disruption in 6 Key Project Management Aspects
Meetings generally have a bad reputation. We get distracted, they go too long, or they “could have been an email.” But in this article, Lauren Zinsmeister, PMO leader, examines if our time spent together can effectively solve problems, facilitate decision-making, or foster stronger team connections. (Read time: 5 minutes)
Half a decade has passed since the onset of COVID-19, offering us a timeframe to reflect on its impact, particularly on supply chains. Remarkably, 73% of supply chain leaders have reported facing significant disruptions. This article takes a deeper dive into the aftermath, specifically focusing on how project and portfolio management are being leveraged to better manage such disruptions.(Read time: 6 minutes)
Co-leadership, where an executive, department, or team leadership role is shared, can result in more creative and strategic problem solving and wiser decision making. But it can also lead to unhealthy game playing in the pursuit of dominance and positioning for the next role, resulting in organizational misalignment, inertia, and confusion. HBR shares 7 strategies that will increase your chances of making your co-leadership a success. (Read time: 7 minutes)
Why are products always late? No matter if you have Agile practices, it doesn't seem to be the all in one solution. Johanna Rothman, known as the Pragmatic Manager, loves giving tips, through the stories of others. She shares 3 tips on how to deliver better products, faster. (Read time: 4 minutes)
Implementing Stage-Gate From Scratch?
Prefer watching to reading? We've got you covered with 2 engaging videos right here for you to enjoy instead.
Employee pushback can be painful for leaders to deal with and create tension on teams. But it’s possible to harness pushback and turn it into a force for organizational good. Here are 3 ways.
What is the concept of being “done” In this video, a group of experts dissect the definition of done and the "done" Increment, shedding light on common misinterpretations in SCRUM.
We leave you with this quote to reflect on:
One of the true tests of leadership is the ability to recognize a problem before it becomes an emergency. – Arnold H. Glasow
That's it for this month! See you in March!
