Welcome to our Summer Edition of Streamline!
Welcome back! As we transition from the laid-back days of summer into the autumn season, we know your project timelines are ramping up, and deadlines are getting closer.
Welcome to our Summer Edition of Streamline!
Welcome back! As we transition from the laid-back days of summer into the autumn season, we know your project timelines are ramping up, and deadlines are getting closer.
To help you hit the ground running, we're excited to share a collection of insightful articles we collected this summer, to tailored to keep you ahead of the curve.
In this issue, you'll find pieces on navigating the challenges of stepping into a new leadership role as a CEO, how project management is reshaping our work, and strategies for managing supply chain risks.
Here's what caught our attention during the summer:
Inside the First Year as a CEO. Becoming a CEO can be challenging, and new CEOs face intense scrutiny and high expectations. This article from HBR looks at the difficulties and strategies for handling the first year as a CEO, offering advice on leadership, making decisions, and building a strong team to navigate these challenges successfully.
Do You Really Need a Chief AI Officer? AI is changing how companies work. MIT Sloan Review discusses if having a Chief AI Officer is necessary for using AI well. The article highlights the role's benefits, such as driving AI strategy and integration, and also considers potential downsides, like the risk of creating silos within the organization.
3 Global Organizations Successfully Scaled Sustainability Transformation. Sustainability is a major focus for many companies. Planisware Hub shares case studies of three global companies that successfully scaled their sustainability efforts. These case studies highlight the strategies and practices that enabled these organizations to integrate sustainability into their core operations and achieve significant environmental and economic benefits.
The Power of Collaboration and Optimization: PPM and Swarm Intelligence. Collaboration and optimization are essential for effective project portfolio management. Planisware Hub looks at how swarm intelligence can improve PPM. The article explains how leveraging the collective intelligence of a team can enhance decision-making, resource allocation, and overall project performance.
Are Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters Burning Out? Agile coaches and Scrum Masters can experience burnout due to their job pressures. This Scrum.org blog talks about burnout signs and ways to stay healthy. It discusses the high demands of guiding teams through Agile transformations and offers strategies for maintaining well-being and preventing burnout.
Application Agility: Overcoming the Complexity Barrier. As projects become more complex, staying agile is important. Leading Agile offers insights on keeping projects agile despite complexity. This article explores techniques to manage complexity without losing agility, ensuring projects stay on track and deliver value.
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Ebook: From Project Manager to Project Management Officer: How to Navigate the Mindset Shift
Are you a project manager becoming a project management officer? Make your journey seamless with these tips to navigate the mindset shift.
Owning the Rules of Project Management. Knowing and following project management rules is key for success. This article from Project Times outlines the main rules and how to follow them. It provides a comprehensive guide on the fundamental principles of project management, helping project managers to adhere to best practices and achieve their project goals.
Uncover the Ageism Hiding in Your Organization. Ageism can be a hidden problem in companies. MIT Sloan Review explores how to find and address ageism. The article discusses ways to identify ageist practices and biases, promoting a more inclusive and diverse workplace that values employees of all ages.
Improving Access to Drugs: The Critical Role of Supply Chain Risk. Providing access to essential drugs involves managing supply chain risks. INSEAD Knowledge highlights ways to improve drug access through good supply chain risk management. This article examines the challenges in the pharmaceutical supply chain and offers strategies to mitigate risks and ensure the timely delivery of critical medications.
How One Major Healthcare Firm Became the Leader in Innovative AI Use. AI is transforming healthcare. HBR discusses how a major healthcare company used AI to become a leader in the industry. The article showcases the firm's innovative AI applications, such as predictive analytics and personalized medicine, and the positive impacts on patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
“The only limit to our realization of tomorrow is our doubts of today.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt
We hope these articles inspire and inform your journey as we head into the autumn season. See you in the next edition in September!
