March 13, 2024

The Mean Green

The Mean Green

We gotta talk about the MONEY!

A budget can make or break your project. We do not have enough conversations on creating and developing a budget strategy for projects and programs.

In this episode, we discuss the critical role of budgeting in project management, insights from the Slack report on productivity and the potential of AI and automation, and continue with our episodic case study involving Casey, a digital project manager, and the challenges of managing budgets for app development.

Episode Timestamps

[00:05:00 - 00:10:00] The Slack Report & Productivity Insights

Discussion on "The State of Work" report from Slack, focusing on productivity challenges and the untapped potential of AI and automation.

[00:10:00 - 00:15:00] The Importance of Mindset in Productivity

Ashley dives deeper into how a mindset shift towards intentional use of technology can enhance work efficiency.

[00:15:00 - 00:20:00] Exploring AI and Automation

An exploration of how AI and automation are reshaping the landscape of project management and operational efficiency.

[00:20:00 - 00:25:00] Case Study Introduction: Budgeting for Success

Introduction to Casey's case study, focusing on the importance of budgeting and resource allocation in project management.

[00:25:00 - 00:30:00] Budget Strategy and Resource Management

Learn effective budget management strategies and the significance of having a contingency plan.

[00:30:00 - 00:35:00] Internal and External Failure Costs

Discussion on managing internal and external failure costs and their impact on the project's budget and success.

[00:35:00 - 00:40:00] Quality Management in Project Execution

The role of quality management in ensuring project deliverables meet or exceed standards.

Links & Resources:

Slack's State of Work Report 2023: https://slack.com/blog/news/state-of-work-2023

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