Media Coverage - 2009

New York Comptroller Extends Business Analysis Best Practices
The New York State Office of the State Comptroller (NYSOSC) in Albany maintains a broad scope of responsibility unmatched by similar offices in the United States.
Government Technology / December 2009 PDF

Building Championship Teams
An effective Integrated Product Team model can help teams be more cohesive, achieve greater efficiencies in product delivery, and lead to better results in project and program management.
Contract Management Magazine / October 2009 PDF

Project Management special interest report, distributed in the Guardian, 1st September
"Too big to fail." Four words that capture the essence of the global recession, and they’re good watchwords for our projects, too.
The Guardian / September 2009 PDF

The Cream of the Crop: Cultivating CBAP Competencies for Your Rise to the Top
While the exact origin of the expression "the cream of the crop" isn't known, it's likely the reference was derived from 16th century French agriculture. Complete Coverage.
Modern Analyst / September 2009 PDF

How to Choose the Best E-Learning Vendor
Within the energy sector, the greatest change driving the need for improved approaches to learning and employee development is the demographic reality of an aging workforce within every professional discipline.
Penn Energy / September 2009 PDF
Article courtesy of PennEnergy.com

Global Survey Gives Insight Into PPM Challenges from Project and Program Management Level
Results of ESI’s global Project Portfolio Management Survey reveal project portfolio management (PPM) challenges from a "bottom-up," project and program management perspective.
Penn Energy / September 2009 PDF
Article courtesy of PennEnergy.com

Face-to-face: Top tips for construction job seekers
Has the perception of an ideal candidate changed since the downturn?
Construction Week Online / August 2009 Article

Cradle to Grave Contracting Meets the "Key Personnel" Clause
Large, complex government contracts can span years, resulting in numerous changes in the names and faces of those involved, as well as requirements, throughout the life cycle of a contract.
Contract Management / July 2009 PDF

Getting Back on the Career Track Just Got Easier
For millions of technical professionals, unemployment can present some frightening realities. But it can also present valuable opportunities, if you know where to look.
Employee Benefit Review Plan / July 2009 PDF

Article courtesy of Business Analyst Times, www.batimes.com

High and lowlights Stateside
20 years of progress and 20 more of …?
Project Manager Today / July 2009 PDF

Free, High-Quality Training?
I'm always skeptical about training 'scholarships'. So when the folks at ESI brought their program to my attention, I was thinking "here we go again...". After closer examination however, I think this program is pretty cool - and very generous.
Gantthead / July 2009 PDF
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Global Study Gives Insight into PPM Maturity and Process Gaps
Results of a new global study conducted by ESI International reveal project portfolio management (PPM) challenges from a "bottom-up," project and program management perspective.
CRM Xchange / July 2009 PDF

How to Choose the Best E-Learning Vendor
With the uncertain economic environment, many organizations are challenged by having to align shrinking budgets with their training and development needs.
Facility Safety Management / July 2009 PDF

ESI offering $500K in scholarships to out-of-work tech pros
On July 8, ESI International announced the launch of a $500,000 scholarship program for out-of-work technical professionals.
Reliable Plant / July 2009 PDF

Bottom-up view on challenges to project management
Results of a new global study conducted by ESI International reveal project portfolio management(PPM) challenges from a "bottom-up," project and program management perspective.
Reliable Plant / July 2009 PDF

Scholarships for Unemployed PM Professionals
A scholarship program and related online resource from ESI International will help out-of-work project professionals continue to develop their skills and qualifications.
Projects@Work / July 2009 PDF

Survey Identifies 'Bottom-Up' PPM Challenges
Survey Identifies project portfolio management challenges from the perspective of project and program managers.
Projects@Work / July 2009 PDF

ESI announces $500,000 Scholarship Program for Project Management Training to Help Unemployed in USA
ESI International has announced the launch of a $500,000 scholarship program for out-of-work technical professionals.
PM Forum / July 2009 PDF

$500,000 Scholarship Launched to Help Unemployed; ESI Program to Benefit Technical Professionals
Today ESI International announced the launch of a $500,000 scholarship program for out-of-work technical professionals.
Modern Analyst / July 2009 PDF

Where is Project Management Certification Taking the Profession?
I've seen many, many postings about how the PMP test has changed, but not much on how the certification is changing what it means to be a project management professional (lower case).
Gantthead.com / June 2009 PDF
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Making a Case for Agile Project Management
If ever there were an ideal time to make the leap from a traditional to an agile project management approach, it's now.
Gantthead.com / June 2009 PDF
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New generation of project managers steps out
"When we started out this was just an idea, and here we are at the first certificate ceremony, and it’s very exciting..."
The Messenger Online / June 2009 PDF

ESI International Offers Free PMBOK® Guide Update Changes Webinar
Keeping up with the differences between editions of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) just became much easier.
IT Manager's Inbox / June 2009 PDF

ESI International Offers Free PMBOK® Update Changes Webinar
Keeping up with the differences between editions of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) just became much easier.
PM Forum / June 2009 PDF

Your Journey to the CBAP® Certification Exam
Pursuing your International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®) certification? The adage "It’s not the destination, it’s the journey" certainly applies to this
challenging professional effort.
Modern Analyst / June 2009 PDF

Keep the Change
An international IT project management veteran (and poet) shares some thoughts on the importance of change management, including why so many companies do it poorly and how it can enhance instead of stifle creative thinking.
Projects @ Work / June 2009 PDF

Branching Out
Launching projects in new markets can mean new revenue, but it also opens a potential minefield of cultural missteps.
PM Network / May 2009

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Free Online Glossary Launches: More than 3,400 Terms For Project Managers and Business Analysts
For busy project managers and business analysts, quickly and easily looking up key terms, phrases and acronyms just became easier.
Modern Analyst / May 2009 PDF

The Elephant in the Room
It is said the only thing constant is change, but it could also be said that change is constantly avoided, denied and feared.
Projects @ Work / May 2009 PDF

Eight Things Your Business Analysts Need to Know
This information was culled from an ESI International white paper obtained during gantthead's 2009 virtual PMXPO today.
Brilliant Idea’s Collection (Blog) / May 2009 PDF

Free Online Glossary Launches More than 3,400 Terms Project Managers and Business Analysts
For busy project managers and business analysts, quickly and easily looking up key terms, phrases and acronyms just became easier.
IT Manager's Inbox / May 2009 PDF

Free Online Project Management Glossary Launches

For busy project managers and business analysts, quickly and easily looking up key terms, phrases and acronyms just became easier.
PM Forum / May 2009 PDF

Online glossary is cool tool for project managers
For busy project managers and business analysts, quickly and easily looking up key terms, phrases and acronyms just became easier.
Reliable Plant / May 2009 PDF

Nothing stays the same: Leadership techniques to empower people during change initiatives
Every organization is affected by change, especially during times of economic volatility. However, project managers tasked with leading change initiatives are all too aware of the alarming failure rates that can occur.
Material Handling Wholesaler / May 2009 PDF

Project Management – Especially for the Championship Game
Today's economy is not just a regular season game with regular teams. It's a championship game with the best rising to the top.
Lead-Zine / April 2009 PDF

The Experts: Training and Development-How to evaluate e-learning opportunities in 8 easy steps
With the uncertain economic environment, many organizations are challenged by having to align shrinking budgets with their training and development needs.
Inside Business / April 2009 PDF

New Study Guide for CBAP® Certification Exam Provides Comprehensive Preparation
Business Analysts preparing for the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®) exam have a new study guide available to them that includes two 150-question practice tests that are representative of the exam administered by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®).
Modern Analyst / April 2009 PDF

The Untapped Potentials of Project/Programme Management Offices
The survey results of a new study released by ESI International of Project and Programme Management Office (PMO) executives in the UK and Europe reveal that most PMOs are not realizing their full potential for cost savings and performance improvement.
The Project Management Hut / April 2009 PDF

No Small Change
In today’s 24/7 rollercoaster ride of a world, it helps to have a team of change agents at the ready.
PM Network / March 2009

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Complexity Considered
When project portfolio decisions are made in isolation, redundancy and conflicts are inevitable. One solution, according to a Global 500 advisor, is to manage cascading portfolios at multiple levels within the organization. In this interview, Mario Arlt shares some thoughts on managing complex project portfolios.
Projects@Work / March 2009 PDF

ESI Study Reveals Project Management Office
The survey results of a new study released by ESI International of Project and Programme Management Office (PMO) executives in the UK and Europe reveal that most PMOs are not realizing their full potential for cost savings and performance improvement.
IT Manager's Inbox / March 2009 PDF

The Lay of the Land: Enterprise Analysis
With spring right around the corner, you are no doubt anxious to begin getting at your garden that has been dormant during the winter months.
Modern Analyst / March 2009 PDF

TetraPak Partners Achieves World Class Project Management
Improved customer satisfaction is always top of mind at Tetra Pak. The world’s leading food processing and packaging solutions company provides safe, innovative and environmentally sound products that meet the needs of hundreds of millions of people around the world each day.
PM World Today / March 2009 PDF

Ten Essential Steps to Delivering Successful Programs
Recently, there has been much discussion in the business world about program management. A good bit of this has been in the form of arguments about the definition of program.
Max Wideman / March 2009 PDF

Three Strategies for Successful Change Leadership
Managing change without employee engagement is like building a roof without the walls underneath. You have a strong top, but the rest of the structure collapses under the strain.
LeadZine / February 2009 PDF

Supporting Georgian Economy through Capacity Building in Project Management
BP, on behalf of its Oil and Gas Co-venturers, initiated and is funding the establishment of the Project Management College (PMC) in Georgia, in partnership with the Free University.
Project Management College / February 2009 PDF

PTC Improves Customer Satisfaction Through Global Project Management
One of the world’s largest, independent software companies, Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC) provides product development systems that deliver the key capabilities manufacturers need to realize more value from product development.
PM World Today / February 2009 PDF

Change management Life Cycle (Three-part series)
In the Identify stage, someone within an organization — typically a senior executive — spearheads an initiative to change a current process.
PM Hut / February 2009

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Part 2: PDF
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Tips on Managing Change
President Barack Obama entered the Oval Office on the platform of change. It is a desirable, if not always easy, state for organizations of all sizes. Change means growth. And it can also mean anxiety for the people involved.
Business Xpansion Journal / February 2009 PDF

Top 10 Management And Development Trends For 2009
ARLINGTON, Va. USA – Jan. 6, 2009 – The 2009 Top 10 requirements management and development (RMD) – also known as business
analysis – trends that will impact business this year were announced by ESI International today.
Business Xpansion Journal / February 2009 PDF

Top 10 Project Management Trends in 2009
ESI International revealed the 2009 Top 10 project management trends that will impact both private and public sector organizations this year.
Business Xpansion Journal / February 2009 PDF

An Evolving Role: 10 Key Business Analyst Trends in 2009
If a single word can represent an entire year, then 2008 was the year of change. Of course, the next American president ran an entire campaign on change, but, more specifically, the business world as we know it will simply never be the same.
Modern Analyst / January 2009 PDF

ESI lists top 10 business analysis trends for 2009
The 2009 Top 10 requirements management and development (RMD) – also known as business analysis – trends that will impact business this year were announced by ESI International on January 6.
RELIABLE PLANT / January 2009 PDF

Top 10 project management trends for 2009
ESI International revealed the 2009 Top 10 project management trends that will impact both private and public sector organizations this year.
RELIABLE PLANT / January 2009 PDF