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Deming, Juran, and Crosby: Pioneers of Project Management | Simplilearn

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If you’ve been preparing for a Project Management exam, chances are the vast majority of what you have studied is directly or indirectly derived from the work of these three Project Management thinkers and theorists: William Edwards Deming Joseph Moses Juran Philip Bayard Crosby This article presents an overview of their contributions to the fi. Read More.

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Why Your Business Is Targeted by Cyber Attackers and What to Do About Data Security

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Click to learn more about author Ashok Sharma. Here’s news that may shock you about cyberattacks. No, it’s highly unlikely that your business is being targeted. Your data security is probably just weak. A Clark School (University of Maryland) study found that, on average, there is a hacker attack every 39 seconds, and these attacks affect […].

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What is a Project Management Plan and How to Create One | Simplilearn

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Many professionals think of a Project Management Plan as a Gantt chart or a Schedule. Professionals who carry this misconception into the PMP® certification exam are the least likely ones to pass the exam. As you will see in this article, a Project Management Plan is a document that defines how a project is executed, monitored, and controlled; it. Read More.

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Tips for Better Cloud Expense Management

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Click to learn more about author Jay Chapel. The term “cloud expense management” has been co-opted by many parties, from those selling employee expense management software hosted in the cloud, to telecom expense management software (TEM), to IT expense management software, to cloud cost management software which focuses on SaaS, IaaS, and/or PaaS services.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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Learn How to Create a Project Plan in Excel | Simplilearn

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The project plan in excel is the most critical part of project management. An effective project plan involves the definition of scope and a feasibility study. After a successful plan is laid out, only then can execution begin. There is different project management software that can be used for effective project planning, and one of the easies. Read More.

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How to Build a Successful Data Analyst Career | Simplilearn

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Named the ‘sexiest job of the 21st century’ by Harvard Business Review, the field of data science has rapidly become one of the most sought-after for professionals from a variety of backgrounds. Data Analyst's lie close to the top of the food chain, with healthy salaries and benefits. What Do Data Analysts Do? A data analyst collects, processes, Read More.

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Tableau Foundation partners reflect on 2020 and data for impact

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Neal Myrick. Global Head of the Tableau Foundation. Kristin Adderson. December 28, 2020 - 9:59pm. December 27, 2020. Addressing a global pandemic and economic crisis while also driving for change in other areas—from racial inequity to equitable education to hunger—is a monumental challenge. We are lucky to have amazing nonprofit partners tackling these issues.

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Project Contract Types | Simplilearn

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If an organization decides to “buy” from one or more outside sources, it must select the type of contract it needs. In selecting what type of contract to use, the primary objective is to have risk distributed between the buyer and seller so that both parties have motivation and incentives for meeting the contract goal.The following factors may. Read More.

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Article: InfoQ 2020 Recap, Editor Recommendations, and Best Content of the Year

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As 2020 is coming to an end, we created this article listing some of the best posts published this year. This collection was hand-picked by nine InfoQ Editors recommending the greatest posts in their domain. It's a great piece to make sure you don't miss out on some of the InfoQ's best content. By Leandro Guimarães, Arthur Casals, Charles Humble, Daniel Bryant, Johan Janssen, Manuel Pais, Renato Losio, Shane Hastie, Steef-Jan Wiggers, Thomas Betts.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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6 Warning Signs Your Project Managers Are Losing Their Digital Edge | Simplilearn

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Like many other disciplines, the role of Project Management is reaching a new stage of evolution in the digital age. Project managers that are embracing technology advancements and digital tools are achieving better results and are more prepared to thrive in fast-moving, digitally-oriented project lifecycles. But those who aren’t able to quickly. Read More.

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So you’re thinking about Virtual Instructor-Led Training?

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Sarah Hinrichsen. Services Delivery Enablement Manager, Tableau. Kristin Adderson. December 28, 2020 - 6:13pm. December 28, 2020. Okay, so maybe you aren’t completely sold on virtual instructor-led training yet. I am here to reassure you. There’s a place for it in your Tableau education plan. If you haven’t taken virtual training before, the unknown might make you question whether it’s right for you.

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Looking For Business Insights? Here's A List Of Free Online Survey Tools To Explore

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Market research is an essential aspect of managing a business and can be conducted with both internal and external customers in mind. The data gathered through online survey tools can be fed into a range of applications for more in-depth analysis. The subsequent analysis of this data can assist in the delivery of insights that can be applied to reduce staff turnover, improve employee relations and engagement, assist in product development and improve client retention, to mention a few benefits.

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Tableau Foundation partners reflect on 2020 and data for impact

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Neal Myrick. Global Head of the Tableau Foundation. Kristin Adderson. December 28, 2020 - 9:59pm. December 27, 2020. Addressing a global pandemic and economic crisis while also driving for change in other areas—from racial inequity to equitable education to hunger—is a monumental challenge. We are lucky to have amazing nonprofit partners tackling these issues.

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10 HR Metrics to Track in 2024

Discover the power of HR metrics. Master recruiting, control skyrocketing labor costs, and reduce turnover rates. Get insights into key metrics like Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, and Turnover Rate. Equip your business for success in 2024.

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The 25 Best Agile Graphics from Vitality Chicago

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Since founding Vitality Chicago in 2015, we’ve published nearly 200 blog posts. Most of them have included a great graphic or image that is meant to convey some truth about Agile. The creative talent behind the graphics is Hazel Fernando. Hazel has been with us since the beginning and she is the creator of nearly all the graphics and designs we use for blogs and social media.

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So you’re thinking about virtual instructor-led training?

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Sarah Hinrichsen. Services Delivery Enablement Manager, Tableau. Kristin Adderson. December 28, 2020 - 6:13pm. December 28, 2020. Okay, so maybe you aren’t completely sold on virtual instructor-led training yet. I am here to reassure you. There’s a place for it in your Tableau education plan. If you haven’t taken virtual training before, the unknown might make you question whether it’s right for you.

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How The Law Supports Veteran-Owned Small Businesses

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According to data, 9.1 percent of businesses are majority-owned by veterans. In actuality, 1 out of every 4 veterans proceeds to build their own businesses after getting honorably discharged from the service. If you are a veteran, this article will discuss why it is important to verify military service status so that you can take advantage of government support for your Veteran-Owned Small Business.

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What Are Critical Success Factors?

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How can we aim for, or even define, business success, if we don't know what it is? Critical success factors (CSFs) are an important element in business, and essentially entail identifying what really matters. In this blog post, we will explain exactly what critical success factors are, and take you through some of the different types. Deciding what matters Does your team have its eye on the ball?

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.

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Upcoming Cloud Computing Trends for 2021

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Cloud computing has emerged as a crucial component in the enterprise environment as well as the daily lives of consumers. The capabilities of cloud computing were largely responsible for keeping the global economy afloat during the pandemic. The future cloud computing trends point out that cloud computing will be important for all organizations that look for better scalability, cost efficiency, and business continuity.

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How To Define A Winning Value Proposition

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Is your value proposition aligned with customer needs? Are your customers or partners satisfied? Are your products and services hard to replicate? Does each of your product or service offer great value for money? Business Analysts working in startup environments or in the strategy function of businesses will often be faced with situations where they are required to define the value proposition of products or service, in collaboration with business owners.

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How to create an effective to-do list

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Tasks come from every direction—your boss CC’ing you on an email, a coworker asking for feedback on a report, or even your cat jumping on your lap meowing to be fed. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of what you need to do. Forgetting something important like a key detail can be problematic. It can lead to missed deadlines and unhappy clients (and cats).