How to Conduct Sprint Planning in 4 Basic Steps

How to Conduct Sprint Planning in 4 Basic Steps By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM For project managers and scrum masters, sprint planning can feel repetitive and evolving, especially when priorities shift and deadlines come closer. There are ways to make sprint planning seamless, […]
Agile Delivery 101: Understanding the Fundamentals

Agile Delivery 101: Understanding the Fundamentals By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Rigid project plans fall apart as soon as they meet real-world challenges. Are you tired of projects derailing due to last-minute changes, shifting priorities, or changing customer needs? Imagine adapting to change […]
How Software Development Management Intertwines with Project Management + 5 Steps to Integrate It

How Software Development Management Intertwines with Project Management + 5 Steps to Integrate It By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewer: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Are you struggling to keep your software development projects on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic goals? Or maybe you are juggling multiple methodologies […]
What is an Agile Project Plan + 5 Steps to Create a Plan (Example Provided)

What is an Agile Project Plan + 5 Steps to Create a Plan (Example Provided) By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Are your project plans not keeping up with change? Sometimes, traditional planning struggles to adapt, wasting time and resources. But there should be […]
Agile Epic vs Feature – How to Integrate Them in Your Projects

Agile Epic vs Feature – How to Integrate Them in Your Projects By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Managing complex projects in Agile can be overwhelming. With so many moving parts, from setting big-picture goals to achieving day-to-day deliverables, it’s easy to lose sight […]
Epics Features and User Stories—When to Use Which?

Epics Features and User Stories—When to Use Which? By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Are you being challenged to manage project objectives and turn them into actionable tasks? Navigating Agile projects can be overwhelming if you lack the tools and knowledge to break down […]
Understanding Initiative vs Epic: Key Differences and Best Practices

Understanding Initiative vs Epic: Key Differences and Best Practices By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lampon; Reviewer: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Does your agile team sometimes lose sight of the bigger picture while getting buried in the details of day-to-day execution? The distinction between initiatives and epics is a foundation of […]
Understanding Epic vs Story & How to Create Them

Understanding Epic vs Story & How to Create Them By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewer: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Do you find it challenging to balance delivering quick results and achieving long-term goals? To solve these challenges, you must manage epics and user stories effectively. Imagine breaking down complex […]
How to Write an Epic and Manage its Complexity

How to Write an Epic and Manage its Complexity By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Managing large initiatives while staying agile can feel like juggling many tasks. Writing epics can get complicated, causing bottlenecks and delaying progress. But what if there were a simple […]
How to Reuse and Be More Efficient in Project Management with Epic Template

How to Reuse and Be More Efficient in Project Management with Epic Template By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM Are you reinventing the wheel every time you start a new project? Managing large tasks, relevant stakeholders, aligning teams, and delivering consistent outcomes can be […]