Imre Hegedus

The Agile Dilemma: Time to Rethink Our PM Approach? Are Agile methodologies still the best way to manage projects, or is it time for a change? 📉 My latest "Beyond Project Management" article in PMI Sydney Australia monthly newsletter (https://lnkd.in/gGntz-86) highlights that recent trends suggest a "shift away" from pure Agile towards hybrid models, blending Agile with traditional methods for greater flexibility and effectiveness. As reported by Project Management Institute (PMI) #PulseOfTheProfession 2024 15th edition (https://lnkd.in/ghz_5Rxa), the adoption of Agile is declining after peaking at only 27% among project managers. While Predictive (waterfall/traditional) decline is easing, it is still close to double of Agile adoption (43.9% vs 24.6%). It is clear that the adoption of Hybrid is at the account of Agile rather than Predictive. But is hybrid truly hybrid? Or is it simply a rebranding of what seasoned project managers have been doing all along even before the hype of Agile? My argument is: 1️⃣ "Hybrid" has been a characteristic in project management since year dot. The current shift towards hybrid models highlights a fundamental truth: "effective project management is not about rigid adherence to one methodology but about selecting the right tools and techniques for the job at hand." 2️⃣ At its heart, project management is a means to an end, not an end in itself. 3️⃣ The ultimate goal is to introduce new ideas, products, and services in a well-planned and efficient manner. 4️⃣ This objective transcends any specific methodology, be it Agile, Predictive, or hybrid. 🎯 The focus should be on "achieving project goals and delivering value", rather than on the labels we attach to our methods. Intrigued? Read my full article at (https://lnkd.in/gGntz-86) #projectmanagement #agile

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Key takeaways from listening to Flight Centre Global Managing Director Andrew Stark today at the Uncommon Lunch. (thanks Andre van der Merwe for your excellent facilitation) * ‘Family values tribe’. Break the massive corporation into smaller connected tribes that care about each other. * You can’t execute an idea, you have to execute a plan. * How do you hang on to your talent? * How do you ring fence your leadership team? * Never waste a good crisis! * Complimentary verticals help you grow globally * Globalised, standardised vs localised. Understand how they can compliment each other.

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How AI can boost productivity - Article from the AICD https://bit.ly/3xW8qCp Australia is grappling with a significant productivity slump, marked by the sharpest decline in 60 years and a 3.7% drop in labour productivity in the 2022-23 financial year. To counteract this, the use of generative AI technologies is being promoted as a solution to enhance productivity across various sectors. Leaders in the industry, like Judson Althoff from Microsoft, emphasise that AI can drastically improve business processes, customer engagement, employee satisfaction, and innovation. Companies like Telstra and Commonwealth Bank of Australia are already seeing substantial benefits from integrating AI into their operations, which is enhancing service efficiency and customer satisfaction, and streamlining processes like loan verification. While AI can enhance communication efficiency with stakeholders, its use in organisations like Landcare NSW requires cautious implementation to avoid depersonalising interactions and misinterpreting community sentiments. Concerns may also arise regarding data privacy and the ethical use of AI in environmental monitoring. Furthermore, rapid digital transformations could alienate less tech-savvy community members. Therefore, it is crucial for organisations such as Landcare NSW to strike a balance between adopting advanced technology and ensuring that their engagement strategies remain inclusive and accessible to all stakeholders.

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