Scrum in Higher Education: More Than Just a Software Development Tool
- Emad Rahim, Ph.D., PMP As a professor who teaches project management, I am often asked whether Agile and Scrum are only useful for software development teams. My answer is always the same: absolutely not. In fact, I have found that Scrum can be remarkably effective in higher education environments where priorities shift quickly, multiple ...
The Strategic Role of Stakeholder Engagement: Turning Relationship Dynamics into Measurable Project Value
- by Dr. Kimberly Strickland, PMP Executive Summary Stakeholder engagement is often treated as an interpersonal nicety in project management — something “nice to have” alongside schedule, scope, and budget. In reality, the decisions we make about stakeholder interaction directly impact risk exposure, team alignment, decision velocity, and value delivery. Drawing on both scholarly research ...
Evolving PMO Leadership: From Governance Enforcer to Strategic Integrator
- By Dr. Andy Rodriguez, Ph.D., PMP Introduction The role of the PMO has never been static, but the pace of change in recent years has accelerated dramatically. Globalization, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and hybrid work models have expanded the expectations placed on PMO leaders. Organizations now look to PMOs not only to standardize delivery ...
Building Better: An Interview with Dr. Rick Johnson on the Future of Construction Project Management
In the world of architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC), few individuals possess the depth of expertise and commitment to leadership as Dr. Rick Johnson. A specialist in management science and project management on a global scale, Dr. Johnson brings two decades of experience as a practitioner-scholar and subject-matter expert in the building industry. As an ...
The Strategic Imperative of Project Portfolio Alignment: Mitigating Failure in an Era of Globalization
Executive Summary The rapid pace of globalization has fundamentally increased the volume and complexity of information and data that modern organizations must manage. This intensified capacity demand requires a proactive and strategic response in project governance. Despite the recognized necessity of effective management, research consistently indicates a high project failure rate, primarily attributed to foundational ...
Top 5 Quality Assurance Trends
- Emad Rahim, Ph.D., DM, PMP Top 5 Quality Assurance Trends in Project Management (2025) In today’s fast-paced and innovation-driven world, Quality Assurance (QA) in project management is no longer just about catching bugs or meeting compliance standards—it's about delivering consistent value, enhancing customer satisfaction, and enabling continuous improvement. As organizations embrace digital transformation, QA ...
Thought Leadership in Project Management: with Dr. Rick Johnson, Consultant in Construction Management
Dr. Rick Johnson specializes in the architecture, engineering, and construction professions. He has established a high level professional expertise in management science and project management on a global scale. As an inducted presidential member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS); he has also evolved his leadership skills to a recognized national level through the Sigma Alpha ...
What Leadership Quality Makes A Good Project Manager?
- Emad Rahim, Ph.D., DM, PMP Top 5 Leadership Qualities That Make a Good Project Manager In the dynamic world of project management, technical skills and certifications are important—but they’re not enough. What truly sets exceptional project managers apart is their leadership. Great project managers inspire, guide, and empower their teams to deliver results, even ...
Top 10 Reason Project Teams Don’t Work Out
- Emad Rahim, Ph.D., DM, PMP Top 10 Reasons Project Teams Don’t Work Out Even the most well-planned projects can fall apart if the team behind them isn’t functioning effectively. While tools, timelines, and budgets are important, the human element is often the deciding factor in a project’s success or failure. Here are the top ...
Top 5 Trends in Risk Management
- Emad Rahim, Ph.D., PMP As we navigate through 2025, the landscape of risk management continues to evolve, driven by technological advancements, economic shifts, and global uncertainties. Here are the top five trends that are shaping the field of risk management this year: 1. Cybersecurity and Data Privacy With the increasing reliance on digital systems, ...