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How generative AI is enhancing human-led learning at PM-Partners
Everywhere you look, people are talking about generative AI. It’s in our inboxes, our meetings and even our to-do lists. And for good reason. Tools like ChatGPT and Copilot are changing how we work, create, and learn. But while AI can write code, summarise reports and even simulate a customer conversation, there is one thing it cannot do. It cannot build genuine human capability. At PM-Partners, we see AI as an amplifier for learning, not a replacement for it.
The 4 levels of the Scaled Agile Framework® explained
The four levels of the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®) are an attractive proposition for organisations looking to adopt lean-agile practices according to their requirements, with each configuration accommodating a different level of scale. Find out what to expect at each level and how to choose the right one for your needs, in this detailed explainer
Agile vs. waterfall methodologies: What’s the difference?
PM-Partners Agile Learning Consultant and Facilitator Quinn Dodsworth explores what sets agile and waterfall methodologies apart and explains why you always need a fit-for-purpose approach to project management in order to get the best results.
A guide to the 10 SAFe® principles and how they support enterprise agile
The Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) is a leading framework that helps organisations develop business agility through the implementation of lean-agile practices at an enterprise level. The 10 core principles should be the foundation of your scaled agile approach. Here Quinn Dodsworth, PM-Partners Agile Learning Consultant and Facilitator, explains what these principles are and how they
Enhancing cyber security in Scaled Agile (SAFe®) transformations
With cyber threats on the rise, it’s critical to take a proactive approach to embedding security measures when transforming to frameworks like Scaled Agile (SAFe®). Here, PM-Partners Agility Practice Lead and Agile Principal Consultant Matt Sharpe shares his strategies for creating a secure and resilient agile environment in your organisation.
How DevOps and ITIL collaboration can drive a project’s success
Contrary to popular opinion, DevOps and ITIL 4 are not mutually exclusive but can complement one another to deliver enhanced business value. Senior Consultant and Facilitator Stephen Howard explains what this relationship looks like, the benefits it brings and how organisations can approach the implementation process.
5 tips for aligning projects with corporate strategy
It’s hard – impossible, actually – for an organisation to reach its goals when investing in the wrong projects. Ray Wall, Client Engagement Director at PM-Partners shares five valuable tips for ensuring the initiatives in your portfolio are in tune with corporate strategy.
Agile vs. Scrum vs. Scaled Agile (SAFe®): Understanding the differences
Get to grips with agile and discover the differences between Scrum and the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®) to decide which one is right for your next project, and aligned with your organisational culture and industry requirements.
Product manager vs project manager: Differences you need to know
When deciding which career path is right for you – product manager vs project manager – it’s important to understand the differences between these two roles and how each professional collaborates with teams. Here we outline what sets them apart.
6 key questions that sponsors should ask
A strong sponsor who seeks answers to the right questions makes all the difference to getting a project off the ground and keeping it on track. Download our resource to find out the questions you should be asking at the start of a project and at regular intervals along the way to improve your project’s
10 key behaviours of an effective sponsor
An effective sponsor plays a critical part in the success or failure of a project. So what are the key behaviours that set a great sponsor apart from an average one? Download our handy resource to find out which behaviours matter most. Then see how you measure up against each one and pinpoint any areas