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Resources to inform and improve the practice of project management

The Hill’s Congress BlogMark Langley blogs on increasing the success of government programs

In The Hill’sCongress Blog, an influential “must-read” for U.S. lawmakers, PMI President and CEO Mark A. Langley explains how program management, as practiced by the private sector, can help the U.S. government reduce wasteful spending and support infrastructure projects.

From project manager to change agentFrom project manager to change agent

Project managers have the potential to be great change agents and, in that role, enact change at the project level. In order to do that, project managers must help people accept change. Be empathetic to how individuals react to change – with shock, anger, resistance and acceptance.

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Change order cost in a hospital construction project: A lessons learned Study

Change orders are unavoidable in construction projects, but they can be controlled and reduced with appropriate project planning tools and processes. In this article, Gayraj Acharya, PhD, PMP, focuses on the change order cost in a recently completed construction project. icon infographic pm [1 MB]

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Project-driven Technology StrategyProject-Driven Technology Strategy

Described as "a master class taught by your most thought-provoking professor,” this work by Robert N. McGrath, PhD, PMP uses classic economic theory to present a new perspective on the art and science of strategy and project management.

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Lean into savings Lean Into Savings

Poor planning. Communication breakdowns. Delivery inefficiencies. Do these problems sound familiar? Lean principles can help. [337 KB]

 

Pulse of the ProfessionTM

With insights from project management leaders and practitioners, Pulse of the Profession examines the major business drivers and key industry trends that organizations face — and the activities they can undertake to be more successful.

Change Management

Check out our resources on this vital facet of project, program and portfolio management. Change management is a critical leadership competency that complements technical skills and business acumen.

Requirements Management

Proper management of requirements can help you meet stakeholders’ needs and achieve strategic goals. See our resources to help sharpen your expertise.

Guide to Lean Enablers for Managing Engineering Programs

A joint collaboration between PMI, the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Lean Advancement Initiative, this guide can help organizations cut down on waste, reduce program risk and improve ROI.

PMI Economic Snapshot

Research findings on the impact of the economy on the project management community

PMI Lexicon of Project Management Terms

A clear, concise and standardized set of project, program and portfolio management definitions.

Agile practices

Check out all the resources that will help you add agile to your toolbox .

Career Central

Resources and features to empower your career in project management

On-Demand Webinars for Members Member Content

Hear from your peers and learn from their experience on a variety of subjects. The webinars were created by PMI’s communities of practice.

PMI Publications

In addition to PM Network®, our magazine for the project management profession, check out our many other publications.

Project Management Journal®

A peer-reviewed academic publication focused on management techniques, research, theories and applications.

PMI Today®

The latest developments in certifications, standards, research, events, training opportunities, chapter and community activities, the Board of Directors and more.

e-Newsletters

Timely updates and information to support your success. See our many publications that serve members, credential holders, regional interests, academia and more.

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PMI sponsored research projects

Learn about projects that are currently underway and publications that report the findings of completed studies

PMI sponsored surveys

Read results of completed surveys or participate in a current study to help increase knowledge and understanding.

PMI Educational Foundation

Help us build a better world through project management.

Future of Project Management

Expert observations to help you and your organization prepare for the future

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