Austin Hatem '14, IT442, Bryant University April 14, 2014 Project management provides an increased focus that systematically accelerates the rate at which projects are completed Project management has too long been conceived as a practice that stymies project completion. Companies worldwide … [Read more...] about Project Management: The Fast Lane
Strategic Uses
Communication Determines the Outcome of a Project
Kathy Philangam '14, IT442, Bryant University April 11, 2014 Treat project management communication as if it is with your significant other. Communication is the foundation that upholds our relationships not only in our everyday lives but especially in project management. Anthony Robbins, … [Read more...] about Communication Determines the Outcome of a Project
Don’t Let Scope Creep You off the Road to Success
Dan Loveland '14, IT442, Bryant University April 7, 2014 Project management has a lot in common with taking a road trip from New York to Los Angeles for a big Hollywood event. While this may seem like a stretch, hear me out. You may be surprised at the similarities. I will use this analogy to … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Scope Creep You off the Road to Success
Does The US Need to Give Away Everything?!
Firstly, this post will attempt to focus on the issue. Even though it, by its very subject, is wrapped around a public policy and political frame. So let's set the stage. The United States ... Developed and implemented the mass manufacturing concept. Was the first to produce … [Read more...] about Does The US Need to Give Away Everything?!
Retailers Have Become Casinos … Gambling on Loyalty and Winning?
While eating breakfast a few days ago, I happened to glance at the footer of a flyer from Stop & Shop talking about earning gas rewards. Then I said to myself, "Gee, since when does Stop & Shop sell gas?" and "Has everyone gone loyal?" As the casino industry matured through its history … [Read more...] about Retailers Have Become Casinos … Gambling on Loyalty and Winning?
So When Will Smart Phones Clean Our House?
Technology has been working its way into our lives for several decades. 1970s ... large mainframe systems printing invoices and checks for our payroll and suppliers. 1980s ... the introduction of personal computers in the mainstream. Over time, we have used technology to create … [Read more...] about So When Will Smart Phones Clean Our House?
Technology is just a hockey puck or a baseball
Technology is not what it is ... Technology is what it does. A few weeks ago, I had the honor of leading three sessions at the Scituate Middle School for their Career Awareness Day. While considering what could I say ... How could I give them some knowledge? Inspire them to consider … [Read more...] about Technology is just a hockey puck or a baseball
Shoppers Changing Shopping Habits … Moving to buy!
Consumer behavior continues to change; right before our eyes. Shopping habits during the busiest (and most profitable times), November and December, are changing with each holiday season. Several retailers have seen a reduction in traffic during the last two months of the calendar year. Best … [Read more...] about Shoppers Changing Shopping Habits … Moving to buy!
Disruptive Innovation or Progress?
When I teach the general computer class for our students, there is always the discussion in a strategy chapter that defines disruptive innovation (or technology). Some students, from the beginning of time, think that many of the terms we teach have no relevance. However, disruptive technology is … [Read more...] about Disruptive Innovation or Progress?
Mobile Agility — Gartner’s 2014 Top 10 IT Trends
Being able to lead the mobile technology craze has been a mine field for business organizations. According to a recent report by Gartner, the entire BYOD (bring your own device) has created several "unintended consequences" in gauging the mobile workforce. Corporations have been feverishly … [Read more...] about Mobile Agility — Gartner’s 2014 Top 10 IT Trends