August 2026: What is SAFe Framework? SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) is an extended model, multi-layer framework for agile business operation and delivery. While Scrum is an agile methodology for management of individual projects, SAFe extends beyond single teams to wider scope organizational unit portfolios and the whole enterprise level. SAFe as a framework is structured around lean-agile mindset, and a set of values and principles, and it is customizable to fit the specific business needs of the adopting entity. The framework is kept updated over time to reflect improvements, and currently is being modified to include AI-Native practices to cope with AI adoption in business operations. SAFe framework benefits are not limited to project and portfolio management, it's intended to be a guide for business agility and transformation. While it's generally popular among IT businesses, it's applicable to wide range of industries.
July 2026: What does GDPR stand for? GDPR is an acronym that stands for General Data Protection Regulation released by the European Union in 2018, with the purpose of regulating use of personal data of its citizens. This regulation is based on seven principles that aim at protecting eight forms of rights laid out by this regulation. Companies that need to deal with data pertaining to citizens of the EU are obligated to abide by the GDPR regulations for activities related to collection, processing, storage, or disposal of this data. Companies need to acquire consent of users of their websites or applications, clarifying how their data will be used or shared with other parties, under penalty of law, to avoid misuse of users data and protect their privacy. It's worth mentioning that all companies around the world and addressed by this regulation, as long as the data is related to EU citizens.
June 2026: What's new in ITIL 5? ITIL 5 is the latest edition of the popular framework for IT Service Management (ITSM) as a source of best management practices and guidelines. Evolving from previous successive editions, ITIL 5 has expanded its scope from focus on service management to include digital product and service management lifecycle from an enterprise point of view, taking in consideration business strategy and value management. Also coping with technological developments, ITIL 5 is said to be AI native, aligning management practices with AI trends and offerings, so that implementation of these practices is AI enabled. Specially noticeable in ITIL 5 is attention to people factor in terms of engagement experience and satisfaction, both from employees side and users side, as well as management of digital qualifications and professional development for staff.
May 2026: What is Dunning-Kruger Effect? Dunning-Kruger Effect is the theory that explains the cognitive bias that can affect people perception of their own knowledge and skill level. When a person level of knowledge and skill about a subject is low, they wouldn't realize their actual level and would assume they are competent, leading to high self-confidence. As a person level of knowledge and skill increases by learning, they correct their perception about their actual ability, and self-confidence degree will be adjusted accordingly. By continual learning, a person becomes aware they are knowledgeable and they gain back high self-confidence, which is preserved by continuous learning and receiving affirmation feedback. This theory was developed by two scholars, Dunning and Kruger, based on research in several countries. The concept is usually depicted as a two axes diagram, with a curve showing the relation between knowledge and self-confidence.
April 2026: What is the difference between KPIs and OKRs? Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are metrics measured to assess performance, which are measured and reported on periodically. KPIs are defined to measure aspects relevant to the performance to be assessed. On the other hand, Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) are defined Objectives for a specific timeframe, for example quarterly or annually, along with the Key Results they translate to. Each defined objective has key results associated with it, which are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Time-bound) statements. KPIs are continually measured as periodical milestones to indicate progress towards achieving the target OKRs values, to answer the question if we got there and how well is performance being improved to reach the target. Both are depicted on dashboards, and corrective actions should be taken to get progress on track for the improvement plan.
March 2026: How to oppose Project Management Maturity vs. PMO Maturity? PMO Maturity and Project Management Maturity are not the same thing, and consequently the models and tools used for assessment and improvement of each are not the same. PMO (Project Management Office) is an organizational unit, and its maturity assessment should be measuring the scope and performance of the functions that are supposed to be performed by this unit so that it can be improved. On the other hand, Project Management Maturity measures the adherence to standard processes adopted by the organization for project, program, and portfolio management, and with reference to which assessment is carried out. For both aspects, there is no one size fits all model for maturity assessment and improvement, each organization executive management should decide on the standards to follow for project management, and functions to assign to the PMO unit, in light of their strategic goals.
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