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4 ways portfolio managers can help guide executive teams after a crisis
Shifting direction following a crisis can seem daunting for many companies. Portfolio managers are experienced in working with executives to identify and develop directional strategies. Following a crisis, risks can be increased, or new risks can surface. Portfolio managers and their teams are well equipped to help executive teams prepare and identify post-crisis risks and risk management strategies. Conducting a post-crisis evaluation is the first step. Risks that may not have previously been [...]
How project managers can help the healthcare industry prepare for the next crisis
The hardest-hit during the pandemic are professionals in the medical and medical supply sectors. Project managers can play a vital role in helping these essential workers and their employers. SEE: 3 tips for logistics companies to help maintain the supply chain during a crisis (TechRepublic) View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link
How project managers are supporting the manufacturing industry after the pandemic
The manufacturing industry is undoubtedly going to be impacted by the pandemic, making the role of project managers more vital in supporting the necessary changes. Labor shortages continue to affect productivity and timely delivery of items to customers. Part of quickly getting manufactured products to customers involves limiting business disruptions and keeping to schedules. This involves developing more certainty around your logistics and supply chain processes and resourcing. Project managers are experts at [...]
How project managers can help companies better navigate security risks from COVID-19
Social distancing and remote working during COVID-19 have increased cybersecurity risks for companies worldwide, increasing the need for project managers to work on more security-related efforts. Regardless of industry, cybersecurity threats are creating financial, operational, and reputational risks for businesses. Information security teams have their hands full, and this isn't expected to slow down after the pandemic. As part of a joint effort with the World Economic Forum's Center for Cybersecurity, KPMG outlines [...]
Here’s how project and program managers can improve delivery after the pandemic
COVID-19 has impacted all areas of business, including successful project and program delivery. Following the pandemic, delivery may look very different. How well remote teams have adapted to the disruption and the resulting rapid and large-scale shift to remote work is crucial, especially as a remote workforce requires changing processes to govern product or service delivery and finding new ways of working together seamlessly. Effective collaboration and a focus on governance should be [...]
How to keep up with demand when your company is short-staffed
At some point, your organization is likely to face issues with adequate staffing levels. There are a few best practices that can reduce some of the stress and unnecessary business disruption. SEE: TechRepublic Premium editorial calendar: IT policies, checklists, toolkits, and research for download (TechRepublic Premium) View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link
4 things to consider when transitioning teams from in-house to remote
Temporarily transitioning your team from in-house to remote is one thing; making it permanent is another and requires additional planning. Although most employees can be hired or transitioned to working remotely, not every employee will be cut out for remote work. Some employees may not work well alone or may not be productive, and there may also be skills gaps. It's important to first understand your processes and then take a look at [...]
When there is an I in team: How to handle self-focused staff
Every company is made up of teams with members who should support each other and the team's goals as a whole. But is this always true? Here are some ways to see and address these issues. SEE: Return to work: What the new normal will look like post-pandemic (free PDF) (TechRepublic) View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link
2 ways to help support your team’s mental health
Because more people are working from home, it's become more difficult for employers to recognize and address the mental health issues brought on by uncertainty. Here are a couple of ways to be there for your team. As an employer, it's vital to recognize this and assess and implement financial lifelines for those in desperate need. Not all companies are in a position to do this as they, too, are struggling financially. If [...]
3 tips for logistics companies to help maintain the supply chain during a crisis
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, even the best supply chain and logistics companies have run into snags keeping up with demand and getting supplies to customers on time. The lessons learned can provide valuable insight. With the increasing volume of online shopping, large e-commerce companies such as Amazon began prioritizing essential products, including household staples and medical supplies, as it struggled to deal with a surge in demand. Other items such as toilet paper, [...]
YBB Favorites For July 2020
Hey, beauties, we’re back with our favorite beauty products for the month of July. For our July YBB monthly faves, we tested the Saturday Skin Waterfall Glacier Water Cream, the Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother Reparative Styling Crème, the Tweezerman Smooth Finish Facial Hair Remover, and the Too Faced – Diamond Light Highlighter – here is our take. View Natassia Nyholm’s article as it’s published on Source link
6 common project management mistakes — and how to avoid them
Projects seldom go as planned, leaving project managers with any number of small fires to put out. Here are the most common issues projects encounter and how to get things back on track. Few projects complete seamlessly, as there are many issues that can arise along a project’s journey from ideation to sign-off. Dealing with problems calmly and efficiently is a key aspect of the project manager’s role, and some of the challenges you will [...]
3 fun games to keep virtual teams connected via Zoom or Teams
Remote teams are the most likely to feel isolated, disconnected, and uninvested. But there are many fun activities and games that can help keep your teams connect and work well together. Before the virtual meeting, each team member is asked to answer a few interesting questions or fun facts about themselves—nothing embarrassing, harmful, or too personal. Then during the virtual meeting, their responses are shared, and each team member gets a chance to guess who [...]
10 Best Drugstore Liquid Lipsticks
Drugstores really can be a gold mine for affordable makeup. There are many liquid lipstick options, and every brand is different. Trial and error is a sure way to find the best brands, but that can get expensive. Each lipstick has its own unique qualities such as texture, wear length, price, formula, feel, etc. There’s a lot to compare, but we are going to break it all down for you in an easy to follow [...]
Talent skills gap: This is what should your company focus on during a crisis
If your company has a skills gap, should it focus on employee strengths or weaknesses when trying to decide who to hire and retain? A little of both. During times of crisis and recovery, it's essential that your company knows where its employees excel and where they need to refocus efforts, and how to develop a plan to bridge the talent gap. One way to do this is by conducting a workforce GAP analysis to [...]
15 Best Matte Liquid Lipsticks of 2020
There are many liquid lipsticks on the market, but finding the best ones can be a challenge. Each brand has its strengths, and no two lipsticks are exactly the same. No one has the time or enough money to test them all out. So how do you know which ones to buy? Don’t fret we can help you pick the right lipstick for your needs with our list of the 15 best matte liquid lipsticks [...]
Combine GAP and SWOT analysis to improve business performance
These two types of analysis are both valuable techniques that can be used in tandem to help your company increase visibility, better support strategy, and reach company goals. By conducting both types of analyses, it ensures that your company has done a thorough evaluation of its internal and external environment to flush out all strategic factors that might impact performance. This also helps your leadership team clearly identify the people, processes, and technologies that align [...]
SWOT analysis: Why you should perform one, especially during times of uncertainty
Understanding what your company does and doesn't do well is an important part of developing a long-term, sustainable business strategy. SEE: How to perform a GAP analysis and why you should (TechRepublic) View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link
How to perform a GAP analysis and why you should
A GAP analysis can let you know where your company is struggling and help you move in the right direction. GAP analysis gives your leadership team increased visibility into its entire operations and how well each area is working to meet objectives. Once initiated, it helps your company better meet its business goals by identifying areas like the following three, where deficiencies might exist. View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link
5 remote work facts every employer should know
If your company is considering hiring telecommuters, here are some important facts to help decide if it's the right move. The days of fancy titles and offices are, for most employees, no longer a motivator. In fact, 80% of U.S. workers say they'd pass on an opportunity that didn't offer some form of flexible working arrangement. Almost 80% of respondents in In Crain's Future of Work survey cited flexible schedules and telecommuting as the most [...]