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📄 Download Full Whitepaper (PDF) Abstract This whitepaper explores the integration of DevOps principles into IT infrastructure projects, analyzing benefits, limitations, and governance frameworks that bridge traditional project management and modern DevOps practices. It provides a structured roadmap for organizations seeking to balance speed and innovation with control, compliance, and predictability, emphasizing the importance of unified governance rather than uniform methodology. Executive Summary DevOps has transformed software delivery by enabling rapid, iterative releases and collaboration between development and operations. However, infrastructure projects—characterized by physical dependencies, capital investments, and regulatory compliance—require different approaches. This paper provides a framework for combining DevOps and traditional project management methodologies to create cohesive governance across IT portfolios. Key recommendations include establishing project classification criteria, implementing adaptive PMO structures, defining unified governance standards, and investing in cross-methodology training. ...

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A Project Manager must master a set of core skills that are universally applicable to any project, regardless of industry or methodology. These skills not only enable successful delivery of outcomes but also foster cohesive teams, stakeholder confidence, and sustainable practices. Let’s explore the most common and essential skills in more detail. Communication The ability to clearly convey ideas, expectations, project goals, and feedback to team members, stakeholders, and clients is fundamental. This includes both verbal and written communication, as well as active listening. ...

nano content/posts/why-projects-matter.md title: “Understanding Quantitative and Qualitative Risk Assessment in Project Management” date: 2025-07-01 author: “Glen Fullerton” description: “Explaining risk assessment techniques and responsibilities in IT and engineering projects.” tags: [“Project Management”, “Risk Assessment”, “IT Projects”, “Engineering”] draft: false Understanding Quantitative and Qualitative Risk Assessment in Project Management And Who Should Be Responsible in IT and Engineering Projects By Glen Fullerton Effective risk management is a cornerstone of successful project execution. Two primary tools in the project manager’s toolkit for evaluating risk are Qualitative Risk Assessment and Quantitative Risk Analysis. Both serve essential functions in identifying and preparing for potential obstacles, but they differ significantly in their methods, scope, and application. Understanding these distinctions—and clarifying who should be responsible for them—is crucial, particularly in complex environmen… ...