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The OnePlan November release is live, and the biggest change is a preview of the OnePlan MCP Server. It connects AI assistants such as Microsoft Copilot and
November 8, 2026
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Most AI conversations in project and portfolio management are about productivity: faster status reports, meeting summaries, risk analysis, and executive briefings. Useful, but incremental. The real
November 3, 2026
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Another Symposium is in the books! If you were in Orlando, thank you for stopping by the OnePlan booth. If you couldn’t make it, here’s our take
October 30, 2026
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Project professionals from around the world came to Detroit for PMI Global Summit 2026, and the OnePlan team spent four days right in the middle of it.
October 28, 2026
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Enterprise project management looks very different than it did a few years ago. Microsoft Project Online has been retired, and organizations are consolidating tools and cutting software
October 13, 2026
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Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) is moving beyond project tracking to become the way enterprises connect strategy, investment, and execution. That is the central theme of the SPARK
October 7, 2026
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OnePlan has achieved “FedRAMP High, Class D certification, a security and compliance standard required by many federal agencies and a bar that relatively few software vendors have
October 5, 2026
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Professional services automation (PSA) software gives services firms one system to manage people, projects, and money. Instead of juggling spreadsheets for timesheets, a separate tool for invoicing,
September 1, 2026
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10 Best Strategic Planning Software For 2026 If you are comparing strategic planning tools use this guide to understand what matters most and provides long-term value for
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Agile transformation metrics are the numbers organizations use to see whether new ways of working are actually improving results. Common examples include lead time, cycle time, feature
July 15, 2026
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Assigning people to projects is the easy part. The harder problem is knowing who’s actually free, when, and for how long, before you’ve already overbooked your best
June 30, 2026
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Empower EU 2026 brought together OnePlan customers, partners, and project and portfolio management leaders from across Europe for two days of learning, collaboration, and shared experiences in
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We’re excited to officially launch OnePlan Circle — a new centralized space for OnePlan customers to connect, learn, share feedback, and stay informed. As our customer community
May 25, 2026
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A PMO (Project Management Office) is a centralized team that standardizes project management processes, improves portfolio visibility, and helps organizations align projects with strategic goals. PMOs support
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OnePlan recently attended the Biopharma PPM in Clinical Research & Development Summit, hosted by Why Summits in Philadelphia. The event brought together portfolio, program, and R&D leaders
April 21, 2026
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The Era of Microsoft Project Online Is Ending September 2026 might feel far away. It isn’t. Microsoft Project Online is officially retiring, and there will be no
March 22, 2026
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Most software vendors give you a platform and point you to documentation. OnePlan takes a different approach. With expert-led Bootcamps, offered both virtually and in person, teams
March 20, 2026
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Empower 2026 brought the OnePlan community together in Las Vegas for two packed days of strategy, innovation, hands-on learning, and yes, some classic Vegas fun. If you
February 24, 2026
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Microsoft Project Online Is Ending On September 5th, 2025, Microsoft officially announced what many project management professionals had anticipated for years: Project Online is being retired. All
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Platform vs Pure Play Strategic Portfolio Management: Which Is Better? When organizations start looking to improve their Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM), the first instinct is often: “Why
August 25, 2025
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As we move into the second half of 2025, the Life Sciences industry stands at a pivotal crossroads—balancing persistent challenges with unprecedented opportunities. From clinical trials to
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Think of your customers A PMO has (often) many ‘customers’, and all of these need to be considered and serviced. Without executive sponsorship a PMO will undoubtably
May 18, 2025
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For successful organizations to remain competitive in today’s dynamic business landscape, they need to deliver projects faster, adapt to shifting priorities, and improve their data-driven decision making.
May 18, 2025
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With Microsoft’s recent announcement that Project for the web and Roadmap will be retired in August 2025, transitioning to Microsoft Planner and retiring Microsoft Project for the
May 18, 2025
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Leading with clarity when everything feels unclear Uncertain times don’t just test business strategies—they test leadership. When markets shift, budgets shrink, and priorities seem to change overnight,
May 7, 2025
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Avoiding the same mistakes (over and over again) No leader wants to deal with project failure, yet every portfolio has a few battle scars—initiatives that spiraled out
May 7, 2025
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Economic uncertainty has a way of making even the most buttoned-up project portfolios feel like a chaotic mess. Budgets tighten, priorities shift overnight, and projects that seemed
May 7, 2025
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What is a Timesheet? Timesheets are familiar to most and frankly dreaded by many. In the modern workplace, they are often an unrewarding responsibility owned by individuals
May 7, 2025
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What is Project Prioritization? Project prioritization is the process of determining the best order of completing projects based on importance, urgency, and impact. This is essential, as
May 7, 2025
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Ideas abound in organizations with big goals and focused teams. If you manage a team, you might have some decision-making power in what projects are green lit.
May 7, 2025
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Breaking the Silo: How Strategic Collaboration is Powering the Future of Financial Services In today’s volatile financial landscape, it’s not just your investment portfolio that demands attention,
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The Challenge Does managing your project portfolio still mean juggling a massive Excel file, chasing updates via long email threads, and struggling to maintain visibility across initiatives?
May 7, 2025
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At the height of the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, said “We’ve seen two years’ worth of digital transformation
May 7, 2025
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A Blueprint for Strategic PMO Success: Insights from Diversus Health’s Journey The implementation of a Strategic Project Management Office (SPMO) represents a transformative shift for any organization,
May 7, 2025
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At OnePlan, we prioritize security and privacy as cornerstones of our commitment to delivering innovative, reliable solutions for our customers. Today, we are proud to announce that
November 27, 2024
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Agile methodology was born in 2001 when 17 software developers met in Utah to find a better way to manage projects in fast-changing environments. They created the
November 18, 2024
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The workforce has increasingly moved online, a transition further expedited during the pandemic where work-from-home became the new normal. In fact, McKinsey research found that even before
November 8, 2024
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Recognized Second Consecutive Year For the second consecutive year, OnePlan, a leading strategic portfolio and work management platform, has been named in the 2024 Gartner Peer Insights™
November 7, 2024
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Enhance your project management skills with effective scheduling techniques. Create a Project Schedule, 3 Scheduling Techniques & Practical Examples. What is Project Scheduling? Kicking off a new
October 31, 2024
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What is Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations? Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations is a cloud-based solution designed to connect various departments such as sales, project management, and
October 22, 2024
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What is Resource Utilization? Resource utilization is the measure of how effectively a company is using its available resources, like employees or equipment, to complete tasks or
October 18, 2024
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What is Collaborative Work Management? Collaborative work management (CWM) is a modern approach that enhances communication and teamwork across an organization. By eliminating manual communication methods, a
October 11, 2024
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Top 10 Project Management Best Practices Every project manager knows the hurdles of getting to the finish line. It’s not uncommon for a project to change in
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Operations departments are facing increasing pressure to balance day-to-day demands with long-term strategic goals. One of the biggest challenges faced is the need to align resources with
October 8, 2024
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Project Management Offices (PMOs) are undergoing a transformative shift as organizations navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by an evolving digital landscape. With AI and Strategic Portfolio
October 8, 2024
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Azure DevOps is a powerful tool for managing the software development lifecycle, covering everything from planning and coding to testing and deployment. However, while Azure DevOps excels
October 8, 2024
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As businesses approach the close of another year, business leaders and project managers must tackle the challenge of wrapping up ongoing projects and initiatives while also looking
October 8, 2024
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Saying “No” to a project can be one of the most complex decisions in project management. After all, new project ideas are exciting—they often feel like opportunities
October 7, 2024
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As organizations navigate the complexities of today’s business environment, the need for robust Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) is increasingly evident. Yet, many organizations struggle to realize the
October 1, 2024
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Today’s enterprise organizations often grapple with complex systems, disparate data, and the challenge of maximizing resource utilization. In consideration of these challenges, efficient resource allocation and project
October 1, 2024
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To manage projects more effectively, experienced project managers & PMOs should embrace the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK) methodology, and be familiar with essential topics like
September 16, 2024
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What is an Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO)? An Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) is a centralized, strategic function within a company responsible for overseeing and managing
September 16, 2024
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Streamlining Project Management in Microsoft Teams with AI and OnePlan In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations are constantly seeking ways to improve collaboration, streamline project management, and
September 11, 2024
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The Challenge Companies set goals and develop strategies to achieve them, with projects as the key vehicles for execution. These projects can range from creating a marketing
September 10, 2024
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Enterprise Work Management (EWM) is a set of collaborative work management tools and processes that an organization uses to more effectively manage work across the entire organization.
August 30, 2024
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Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) is a set of tools, processes and capabilities that enable enterprises to align business strategies with enterprise-wide execution. By providing a comprehensive view
August 30, 2024
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How IT Managers Are Revolutionizing IT Project Delivery with a Strategic Portfolio & Work Management Platform Modern IT project delivery is a whirlwind of challenges, with resource constraints,
August 29, 2024
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Empowering Engineering Leaders with AI and Strategic Project Portfolio Management Introduction In today’s rapidly evolving engineering landscape, staying ahead requires leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies. Strategic Project
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This article will give you 5 ChatGPT prompts for Project Management to help you use AI to its full potential. With project needs constantly in flux, it’s
August 14, 2024
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Imagine having a personal assistant who takes care of the boring stuff, predicts problems before they happen, and gives you clear, actionable insights for better project outcomes.
August 14, 2024
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In today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, marketing is critical to an organization’s success, driving demand for products and services, crafting targeted messaging, and showcasing how products
July 23, 2024
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Remote project management is the practice of overseeing and coordinating projects by a geographically distributed team. It involves planning, executing, and monitoring projects without the need for
July 22, 2024
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Portfolio Management Offices (PMOs) play a critical role in ensuring enterprise organizations achieve their strategic goals. But in today’s rapidly evolving digital business landscape, PMOs face a
July 18, 2024
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A recent McKinsey Global Survey found that 65% of organizations are regularly using AI, nearly double the number from a survey from just ten months ago. The
June 26, 2024
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Addressing the “Cult” of Project Management Tools According to a recent Wall Street Journal article, most companies have at least 5 or 6 and some as many
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Addressing the “Cult” of Project Management ToolsAccording to a recent Wall Street Journal article, most companies have at least 5 or 6 and some as many as
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In the fast-paced world of product development, success hinges on more than just brilliant ideas and cutting-edge technology. At the heart of every successful product launch lies
June 14, 2024
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Project Dilemma In the fast-paced world of business, innovation is the engine that drives differentiation and growth. However, many organizations find themselves stuck in a cycle
May 30, 2024
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OnePlan – a leader in delivering AI-enabled Strategic Portfolio and Work Management capabilities – has been recognized as a “Strong Performer” in The Forrester Wave™: Strategic Portfolio
May 16, 2024
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The modern digital landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, requiring today’s enterprise organizations to undergo transformative changes to remain competitive. A dedicated transformation program office and
May 15, 2024
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Microsoft recently announced the new Planner, which will converge To Do, Planner, and Project for the web into a singular, unified experience. Customers will get more value
April 18, 2024
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Headquarters: Toronto, OntarioIndustry: Professional Services, LawWebsite: https://mccarthy.caPrevious Solution: SharePoint, Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint Top ChallengesManaging fragmented project data across various tools like SharePoint and Microsoft Project, leading
April 16, 2024
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OnePlan is proud to be recognized in the recent Gartner report on real-life customer experiences implementing and operating Strategic Portfolio Management solutions. The report, which analyzes qualified
April 15, 2024
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This year’s OnePlan customer conference was an all-hands employee event, held in the picturesque city of San Diego, CA. It was a vibrant and insightful gathering that
April 3, 2024
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Headquarters: Dublin, CaliforniaIndustry: RetailWebsite: Ross StoresPrevious Solution: Oracle PPM Top ChallengesSiloed operations within its IT portfolio, as each department operated independently, leading to a lack of transparency,
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Headquarters: Houstin, TexasIndustry: EnergyWebsite: https://www.championx.comPrevious Solution: Disparate “homegrown” (or custom) legacy tools, Excel Top ChallengesSiloed operations within its IT portfolio, as each department operated independently, leading to
March 26, 2024
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Empowering Innovation: Champion X’s Success Story with OnePlanHeadquarters: Houstin, Texas Industry: Energy Website: Empowering Innovation – Champion X’s Success Story with OnePlan https://www.championx.com Previous Solution: Disparate “homegrown”
March 26, 2024
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Headquarters: Pensacola, ForidaIndustry: Hospitals & Healthcare Website: https://www.eBaptistHealthCare.orgPrevious Solution: Microsoft SharePoint Top Challenges: Baptist HealthCare struggled to efficiently track and manage major initiatives, their progress, and resource allocation, relying on manual processes
March 18, 2024
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Headquarters: Denver, ColoradoIndustry: Solar Electric Power GenerationWebsite: https://www.redeuxenergy.comPrevious Solution: Smartsheet Top ChallengesSiloed operations within its IT portfolio, as each department operated independently, leading to a lack of
March 14, 2024
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Headquarters: Sterling, Illinois Industry: Manufacturing Website: https://www.wahl.com Previous Solution: Excel and other Microsoft Office Tools Top Challenges Siloed operations within its IT portfolio, as each department operated
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Headquarters: Houstin, TexasIndustry: Financial ServicesWebsite: https://wellbyfinancial.comPrevious Solution: Azure Dev Ops Top ChallengesSiloed operations within its IT portfolio, as each department operated independently, leading to a lack of
March 1, 2024
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Headquarters: Chicago, IllinoisIndustry: Medical DeviceWebsite: https://www.solm.comPrevious Solution: Microsoft Project Top Challenges Disparate & disconnected project management tools, lack of clear structure in project information, and unclear prioritization,
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Headquarters: Colorado Springs, COIndustry: Mental HealthWebsite: https://www.diversushealth.orgPrevious Solution: Spreadsheets Top ChallengesSiloed operations within its IT portfolio, as each department operated independently, led to a lack of transparency,
January 4, 2024
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Aligning organizational strategy with execution is now imperative. With Microsoft’s recent shift in its project management tools, integrating Microsoft Planner and Microsoft Project for the web, organizations
November 29, 2023
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We are thrilled to announce the OnePlan Customer Conference 2024, happening on January 23rd & 24th in San Diego at the Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter.
November 20, 2023
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, effective project and portfolio management is paramount. Companies in this sector face unique challenges, from rigorous regulatory compliance
October 13, 2023
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Each week, the team at OnePlan engages in comprehensive discussions with hundreds of clients, spanning various industries and operational challenges, to explore how Project Portfolio Management (PPM)
September 25, 2023
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We are thrilled to continue being recognized as Microsoft’s Partner of the Year for Project & Portfolio Management (PPM). In 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and now 2023,
June 27, 2023
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Recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have led to a remarkable rise in its capabilities, transforming various industries and sectors. With breakthroughs in machine learning, natural language
May 31, 2023
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Microsoft launched Project for the web in October of 2019, unveiling “Project Re-imagined”. At the same time, they announced that all future investments in project management tools
May 26, 2023
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OnePlan, a leading provider of Strategic Portfolio Management and Work Management software, has launched its latest Azure OpenAI-powered module Sofia GPT, and it’s poised to transform the
May 3, 2023
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OnePlan, a leading provider of Strategic Project Portfolio Management solutions, today announced the opening of a new office as part of the company’s continued growth in the
March 13, 2023
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OnePlan, a leading provider of Strategic Portfolio Management solutions, today announced the release of its new Agile Portfolio Management solution, which extends Jira’s capabilities to support Agile
March 7, 2023
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In your enterprise, perhaps you have a mix of ‘traditional’ project managers; a growing number of ‘agile’ enthusiasts; some who demand ‘simple’ work management, and an Executive
January 19, 2023
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Strategic portfolio management is the evolution of portfolio management. Its purpose is to better connect strategy and execution across the enterprise. This article highlights 4 examples of
October 19, 2022
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We are thrilled to continue to be recognized as Microsoft’s Global Partner of the Year for Project & Portfolio Management (PPM). In 2019, 2020, 2021, and now
June 28, 2022
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What is Strategic Portfolio Management? Gartner defines Strategic Portfolio Management as “a set of business capabilities, processes and supporting technologies for continuously creating portfolios of strategic options
May 17, 2022
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The Silicon Review recently featured the CEO of OnePlan, Joe Larscheid, in their article highlighting “The 30 Most Reputable Companies in 2022.” This provided an exciting glimpse
April 11, 2022
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OnePlan has been Recognized in 2021 Gartner® Market Guide for Collaborative Work Management. OnePlan has been named as a technology and service partner of Microsoft Project in this 2021
February 10, 2022
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OnePlan, a leader in Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) solution, is excited to announce a new strategic investment and partnership with smart360, an established solution for Enterprise Architecture
January 20, 2022
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Info-Tech recently released a new research paper entitled, “Determine the Future of Microsoft Project in Your Organization” This research work focuses on Microsoft’s transition from Project Online
December 13, 2021
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It is OnePlan’s priority to meet our customers where they are and help maximize their previous investments in work management tools. Microsoft has created powerful platforms for
September 14, 2021
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San Diego, CA, USA — July 8, 2021 — OnePlan Solutions today announced it has been named the Project & Portfolio Management 2021 Microsoft Partner of the
July 8, 2021
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We are thrilled to continue to be recognized as Microsoft’s Global Partner of Year for Project & Portfolio Management (PPM). In 2019, 2020, 2021, and now 2022,
July 8, 2021
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San Diego, CA, USA — July 8, 2021 — OnePlan Solutions today announced it has been named a finalist of Power Apps and Power Automate 2021 Microsoft Partner of the Year Award. The
July 8, 2021
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Adaptive describes how some organizations manage portfolios of work, products, and projects. It’s a label for enterprises working to accommodate different methods and tools to create a
May 24, 2021
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Kickoff time is extremely critical on every project. It may involve a casual phone call, emails between two individuals on small projects, or it may include 10-20
May 3, 2021
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Introduction If there is one thing the global COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdowns have taught businesses, it is that they must adapt and change at a moment’s
April 8, 2021
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The New Business EnvironmentMicrosoft launched Project for the web in October of 2019, unveiling “Project Re-imagined”. At the same time, they announced that all future investments in
March 15, 2021
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In SummaryThe continually evolving Project Portfolio Management environment has created a new ecosystem where modern solutions are needed to keep up with the proliferation of methodologies and
March 2, 2021
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In SummaryOKRs are more than just a new name for business metrics: high performing enterprises are thoughtful about how OKRs are implemented in their culture. The success
February 3, 2021
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The New Business Environment The age of digital transformation forces the need for a new adaptive Project Portfolio Management (PPM) solution as companies move from brick-and-mortar to
January 13, 2021
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Digital Collaboration on a New Level Microsoft Project for the web (Pftw) together with the Project Accelerator and Teams create a very compelling Collaborative Work Management (CWM)
December 31, 2020
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Working together Whereas traditional approaches to project management have been standardised and used extensively since the 1950s, prevailing challenges due to the pandemic have imposed greater problems
December 29, 2020
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What is ‘business agility’ and why is it critical? Business agility is an organization’s focus on creating a culture of innovation, flexibility, and speed. Its typical metrics
December 6, 2020
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In SummaryWhen managing high-stakes initiatives, leveraging the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and Lean Portfolio Management mitigates risk and improves the outcomes. Transformation InitiativesTransformation programs are those large
November 19, 2020
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Why is OnePlan used to Implement Scaled Agile Frameworks OnePlan offers a strategic portfolio, financial, and resource management solution that can fit the needs of every PMO
October 19, 2020
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CHANGE YOUR VIEW OF CHANGE When our organizations take on significant change initiatives – let’s say we are asking thousands of employees to use a major new
October 9, 2020
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OnePlan announced that it recently became a Certified Scaled Agile Partner. This elite network is built around forward-looking individuals and organizations that are dedicated to supporting large
July 28, 2020
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Enterprise Resource Capacity Planning Enterprise resource capacity planning is a high priority for most businesses. The information provided in this article will help in optimizing your resource
July 1, 2020
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As we all work to overcome the COVID-19 Pandemic that is changing all of our lives, we desire to find some way to help. We honor our
April 1, 2020
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Join OnePlan at the Gartner Program & Portfolio Management Summit 2020 held June 23 – 25, in Orlando, FL. This event is a great opportunity for project
February 17, 2020
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Today, there are more business tools and resources available than ever before. While traditional Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools keep projects on track and increase efficiency, many
January 8, 2020
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If all the proposed work above is scattered across tools and not captured in one place, there would be no way to ensure you are getting the
August 1, 2019
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The New Business Environment The age of digital transformation forces the need for a new adaptive Project Portfolio Management (PPM) solution as companies move from brick-and-mortar to
July 3, 2019
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Change Your View of Change When our organizations take on significant change initiatives – let’s say we are asking thousands of employees to use a major new
March 12, 2019
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Should I Invest in Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Software? At some point, you’ve probably found yourself asking – Should I take on the expense of investing in
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