Category: Project Management
Prof. Emad Rahim Co-Authored New PMBOK 8th Edition
Thrilled to Share a Milestone! The PMBOK® Guide, 8th Edition - Is Here!!!After nearly two years of collaboration with an exceptional team, I’m honored to have served as one of the 12 core contributors and co-authors of the PMBOK® Guide – 8th Edition Development Team.For many in our field, the PMBOK® Guide is the cornerstone ...
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 ...
Project Legacy Driving Sustainability with Alexander Budzier, Director Säid Business School
Interview this month is with Alexander Budzier, Director Säid Business School, Oxford University. Alexander Budzier is Building on my work experience in IT and Operations aimed at improving the social side of megaprojects through critical academic study of the shortfalls of decision-making. The focus of our interview is on Project Legacy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OyzI2D4RZ0
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 ...
Become Catalyst for Economic and Social Change with Prof. Adam Boddison CEO
Become part of the elite group of Strategic Project Leaders - the catalysts for economic and social change - and create a win for yourself, your organization and the world at large. A triple win! Join me, Fola Alabi in this power discussion with Prof. Adam Boddison CEO, Association for Project Management (APM) on the ...
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, ...