In this discussion we want to explore the tools and techniques that are being used that may be of value to other project managers. We all have our favourite tools. Come along and share yours and learn some new ones.

This interactive event is equally suitable for experienced and novice project managers, apprentices, and students of project management.  Together we will explore two techniques for thinking differently about a project, and how the insights developed can be used to identify risks and manage opportunities to improve project outcomes.  Bring along a small team, or join a team on the night, and compete in the challenge to think differently.

PMI UK Changemakers will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. 

Toastmasters is an efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication and leadership skills. By learning to effectively formulate and express your ideas, you open an entirely new world of possibilities. You’ll be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations and you’ll improve your one-on-one dealings with others.

There are three core factors in project management: products, people, and environments. Searching for the best solutions has been the focus for scientific management for years. In this talk, Professor Yinshan Tang is going to introduce a new concept to replace “best” with optimal in project management and explore a novel approach for project management.

This year’s focus for the 19th Annual Project Management Conference is on Artificial Intelligence which is transforming the way of working and living, anticipating Strategic Changes, in the way we Manage Project

We will look at the benefits and challenges of leveraging AI for project success, as well as insights and examples from project professionals towards implementing AI in their strategies. By the end of the presentation, participants will understand the ways that AI can be used to maximise project performance and achieve greater efficiency.

The talk aligns the audience by placing global emissions and a lack of effective response in a historical context. It then discusses inherent weaknesses of political and commercial options and drivers, touching on a proposed solution. The importance of essential paradigm shifts is discussed including collaboration, systems-approach to uncertainty, transformational management and outcomes-measurement, and the role of project management.

Topics that will be covered;

• Ethics – Understand the ethical, legal, and security implications of using GenAI in project management
• Team Creativity – Understand how to effectively increase the creativity and productivity of our teams as we utilize GenAI to assist our work
• Practical Application – Learn the practical use of GenAI to help create foundational project management plans
• Soft Skills – Needed Soft Skills for PM’s Using GenAI

Topics that will be discussed are;

• Career Development – Transitioning from Project Delivery to Sustainability
• Sustainability Definitions and Carbon Awareness
• Understanding Client Requirements on Sustainability