Improving the lessons learnt process Even mature organisations can improve reflective practices in their projects, Denise O’Sullivan discovers in examining the lessons learnt process in an aircraft management company’s software development and organisational change project. September 3, 2014 Knowledge
Building resilience to change People need to be reminded that they have a lot of experience and strengths with change that they forget about when they are in the heat of change. Elissa Farrow shows how to build a change resilience toolkit. April 28, 2014 Blogs Change
Project versus change manager Change management isn’t new but it’s certainly becoming more popular as a career choice. But why are so many project managers so worked up about its popularity? Editor Adeline Teoh speculates. April 18, 2014 Blogs
Change management failures are project failures A lack of understanding of what is required to successfully undertake change projects is leading to high project failure rates worldwide, according to Edward Kashmere PMP. April 9, 2014 News
What is a change manager? With practical experience in psychology, communications, education, behaviour science, social science or project management, change managers are a versatile lot. Elissa Farrow discusses what makes a good change manager. March 5, 2014 Blogs Change
7 critical skills for project managers If you’re looking for a project management job, the list of skills that employers expect can be pretty daunting. Jason Westland lists 7 of the most critical skills for project management. October 10, 2013 Intermediate Skills
Managing transition with William Bridges’ change model Elissa Farrow on how to use William Bridges’ Managing Transition model for change, where people over time become aware of the new situation and the changes that come with that, and work to a new beginning. October 7, 2013 Blogs Change
Cool change: Lewin’s change management model Lewin’s 3-step change management model focuses on recognising that organisations need to change from business as usual, take action, and then embed the change. Elissa Farrow discusses some of the issues with using this model. September 30, 2013 Blogs Change