rogram Manager, being able to understand your organization’s structure helps you better align with the right leadership influencers, in turn to more effectively communicate, influence decision and execution, better conflict resolution, and more. In this article, we will explore 1) Functional Organizations, 2) Projectized Organizations, 3) Matrix Organizations and 4) Composite Organizations.
In the dynamic and fast-paced environment of Amazon, a Technical Program Manager (TPM) plays a critical role in driving the success of complex technical projects. The TPM’s ability to navigate the intricacies of program management while maintaining a clear technical vision is essential. Here are the top ten essential skills that an Amazon Technical Program […]
In my early days as a Technical Program Manager, I vividly remember a project where we proudly embraced Agile methodologies. We were a “raving” team, enthusiastic and committed to delivering high-quality software. However, as we progressed, it became evident that our enthusiasm alone wasn’t enough. Leadership were skeptical of the merits of agile, and we honestly needed a way to measure our progress, identify bottlenecks, and ensure we were genuinely delivering value. This realization led me down the path of understanding Agile metrics.
As an agile evangelist, ensuring my teams continuously improve is a pinnacle component of sprint planning and executing. I always insist on having one story dedicated process and operational improvement each sprint to ensure we constantly evaluate and improve our methods and practices to achieve better results and outcomes. There are many ways to evaluate […]
As a scrum advocate, you embrace the agile framework of collaboration, communication, and feedback among team members. However, experience has taught the seasoned observers that not all team members may feel comfortable or motivated to participate in Scrum events, such as Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective. You would notice in your […]
Good developers realize the strength and resilience of well-decoupled, clearly- written code components, powered by a strong development framework in building successful software. It is no different for product owners authoring effective user stories that are clearly articulated and actionable. In this article, we will explore a framework called INVEST that helps craft more meaningful […]
In the realm of effective program management, self-awareness stands as a crucial attribute that can transform average managers into exceptional leaders. Self-awareness encompasses a deep understanding of one’s strengths, weaknesses, emotions, and the impact they have on others. This powerful quality empowers managers to make better decisions, build stronger relationships, and create thriving work environments. […]
What are Stakeholder Personas? Stakeholder personas are fictional, yet representative, profiles that depict different types of stakeholders involved in a project. These personas are created by analyzing and synthesizing information about the various individuals or groups who have a stake in the project’s outcomes. Personas help organizations gain deeper insights into stakeholders’ motivations, goals, needs, […]
In project management, a Parking Lot is a designated space, either physical or virtual, where ideas, concerns, questions, or issues that arise during project meetings or discussions are recorded. These unresolved matters are “parked” in the lot to be revisited and addressed later, preventing them from derailing the current discussion or hindering project progress. Parking Lotsprovide the benefits […]
As a technical program manager, your role involves overseeing and coordinating multiple projects, teams, and stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives. To ensure smooth progress and timely delivery, it’s crucial to measure and optimize the flow of work within your programs. Flow metrics provide valuable insights into the efficiency, bottlenecks, and overall health of your program. What is […]
