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7 Reasons Why IT Projects Fail – Part 1

Delcor

On the first night of every Requirements Analysis course I teach at Georgetown University, I ask my students to discuss why technology projects sometimes fail. Over time, we’ve identified seven common causes of project failure. Communication is the most important soft skill required for project management.

Project 97
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Communication Practices to Work Smarter not Harder

Achurch

Establishing communication protocols and practices will help you work smarter, not harder. To improve office communication and collaboration you need management’s support. Establish Communication Guidelines Every communication and collaboration tool must have a unique purpose. Communicate your needs via your status (e.g.

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7 Reasons Why IT Projects Fail – Part 2

Delcor

Technology projects fail for a number of avoidable reasons. In part 1 of this series, I described four common causes of technology project failure. Why IT Projects Fail Lack of Leadership When projects run into trouble, the project team and stakeholders lose confidence in the project manager and the project’s ultimate success.

Project 96
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Three tips to manage key stakeholder expectations for your AMS project

Nimble AMS

Not only must you oversee the adoption and implementation of new technology, but the process involves managing communication and collaboration with multiple stakeholders. For a successful AMS search, implementation, and launch , you r association will need to manage the expectations of your shareholders. Here’s how to get started.

Project 119
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What AMS Vendors Don't Tell You About Implementation

A strong project plan coupled with extraordinary project management is essential for a successful Association Management Software (AMS) implementation. Successful implementations also require strong communication, realistic expectations, flexibility, and time. But that's not all that is needed.

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Five Qualities of an Exceptional Event Project Manager

Velvet Chainsaw

In the fast-paced world of event planning, strong project management from your key vendors is essential for success. Before joining VCC, I spent more than 20 years leading some of the best technical and event project managers in the large/complex housing and registration space.

Project 105
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Minimizing Communication Tool Overload

Achurch

Remember when you only needed your phone, email, and sparkling personality to communicate at work? You need the support of management if you want to improve the state of communication and collaboration in your office. Establish Communication Guidelines. Every communication and collaboration tool must have a unique purpose.

Tools 121
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Localization: Revolutionize Your Global Content Strategy

Speaker: Zak Haitkin, Localization Manager

From broad communication to eLearning and virtual content distinctions to understanding the unique cultural nuances of a new demographic, there are many factors at play when it comes to localization projects at scale. The strategies you can employ to launch a successful localization project.