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3 ways to help secure the course of a new transformation program

CIO

Of course, during those first 30 days, you’ll do many activities, including refining your overall program plan. But by asking your vendor to map out an answer, at least you’re starting day one with a plan of what the next 30 will cover, and what’s expected to be both started and completed at the beginning of your program.

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Top 15 project management certifications

CIO

The Associate in Project Management (APM) certification offered by The Global Association for Quality Management (GAQM) is an entry-level project management certification to validate your fundamental knowledge of the Project Management Framework. BVOP Certified Project Manager. Price: $175. Price: $130.

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Scrum master certification: Top 13 certs for agile pros

CIO

There are several to choose from, each focusing on a specific role in the organization, or a specific area of Scrum and agile, with options from various vendors offering courses and exams to validate your knowledge around the best practices and principles of Scrum.

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Waterplan tracks water risks and sustainable solutions for climate-conscious companies

TechCrunch

” Of course this isn’t simple advice like “don’t leave the tap running” but industrial-scale efforts like water table replenishment, major municipal works and so on. Climate change is here, and this is going to accelerate.” “We need to make this a conscious effort.”

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The value of Agile Architecture in a modern organization

Xebia

Portfolio management, Program management and the “business wish list” But what about Portfolio managers or Program managers? Of course, Portfolio management can also take care of this aspect, but in practice, we must focus on the skills required.

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A troubling startup layoff trend has emerged

TechCrunch

As part of that event, they likely shifted course and made a new bet. Earlier this week, Robinhood announced that it laid off 23% of staff across all functions, especially concentrated in the company’s operations, marketing and program management functions. The first layoff was when they initially shifted direction.

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Top 11 change management certifications to boost your IT career

CIO

The certification course will also count as professional development units (PDUs) for your ACMP certification. Exam fee: $3,100 for the entire course. APGM Organizational Change Management Foundation. ATD Change Management Certificate. Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP). Exam fee: $390.