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Generative AI for project managers: transforming the way you work

Harnessing the potential of generative AI for project managers is critical for delivery professionals keen to remain competitive in an evolving world. So, how can you start using generative AI in project management work and what real-world benefits can you expect? Quinn Dodsworth, PM-Partners Agile Learning Consultant and Facilitator, has the answers.

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PM-Partners expands to Perth, strengthening WA’s project management capability

PM-Partners Group, a leader in project, PMO, and agile services, is excited to announce its expansion into Western Australia with the opening of its Perth office. This new local presence brings PM-Partners’ 25 years of expertise in project management training and capability uplift to WA, offering tailored solutions for both individuals and organisations.  The Perth

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A BA’s guide to effective facilitation skills in a hybrid world

As one of the core competencies of every capable business analyst (BA), effective facilitation is even more important in the hybrid workplace. Here, PM-Partners Senior Consultant Stephen Howard clarifies what facilitation means in the context of BAs, and discusses ways to strengthen your facilitation skills to meet the changing nature of the new workplace.

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Project management trends to watch in 2025

From the growing demand for soft skills to the escalating importance of cyber resilience, project professionals will need to adapt to a diverse range of trends shaping the industry in 2025. Mike Boutel, Head of Training at PM-Partners, shares his predictions for the key areas likely to drive change in the coming year. 

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Why your project delivery framework needs a programme management component 

Enhancing your project delivery framework with a programme management component is essential for ensuring all your initiatives contribute to a cohesive, strategic vision for your organisation. Ray Wall, PM-Partners Client Engagement Director, explains the benefits of this approach and the steps you need to take to start integrating a programme-level view.

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What is Kanban? A guide to streamlining your projects and adapting to change 

Looking to optimise your workflow and keep projects on track, no matter the pace or complexity of your industry? Kanban offers a flexible, visual approach that helps teams in diverse settings improve efficiency and deliver results faster. Discover how Kanban can transform your work management and help your team adapt to change with ease.

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How to improve emotional intelligence for project managers

Any project is only as good as the team working on it – and that goes double for project managers, which is why experienced PMs spend so much time developing their emotional intelligence (EQ). PM-Partners Senior Consultant and Facilitator Stephen Howard explains what EQ is, why these soft skills are so critical to a project’s

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PPM tools: Unlocking the full potential of your PPM implementation 

Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools can revolutionise how organisations manage resources and drive strategic goals. But many PPM implementations fail to live up to their promise. Here Ray Wall, Client Engagement Director at PM-Partners, explores how to leverage the full potential of PPM tools, avoid common pitfalls and ensure they deliver real value to your

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Why a hybrid project delivery framework could give your organisation a strategic edge  

Managing complex projects in today’s dynamic environment demands more than just a one-size-fits-all approach. Matt Sharpe, PM-Partners Agility Practice Lead/ Agile Principal Consultant, explains how a hybrid project delivery framework that combines the strengths of both agile and traditional approaches could provide the edge your organisation needs.

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How to fix a watermelon project: green on the outside, red in the middle

Is your project really on track, or is it a watermelon – green on the outside, but red and troubled in the middle? Michael Bolton, PM-Partners Client Engagement Director, uncovers why this phenomenon occurs and provides actionable steps to get your project back to green, and keep it that way. 

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The product lifecycle and what it means for product managers

The product lifecycle can be broken down into five key stages – but there’s so much more to the process than this simplification implies. Understanding the product manager’s role at every stage of the product lifecycle can be critical to any successful product. Irene Liakos, Product Leader and Training Facilitator at PM-Partners, explains everything you

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