Manage This - The Project Management Podcast

Episode 209 – Succeed with AI in Project Management: Strategies and Skills to Stay Ahead

Sep 16, 2024

Oliver Yarbrough, a specialist in using AI within project management, shares insights on how AI is reshaping the industry. He emphasizes treating AI as a key stakeholder, not just a tool. The discussion covers integrating AI in Agile teams, the balance between data security and leveraging AI, and the role of AI in streamlining workflows. Oliver also highlights the importance of human oversight while adapting to AI advancements, ensuring that project managers evolve alongside these innovative technologies.

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Quick takeaways

AI should be viewed as a genuine stakeholder in project management, reflecting its growing importance and influence on project workflows.

Project managers must enhance their soft skills to effectively collaborate with AI, focusing on communication and stakeholder management for better outcomes.

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AI as a Stakeholder

AI should be regarded as a true stakeholder within project management processes, rather than simply a software tool. This perception shift reflects the evolving nature of AI agents and assistants, which are becoming integral to project workflows. By treating AI as a stakeholder, project managers can better understand its role and leverage its capabilities to enhance project outcomes. Preparing for this new reality ensures that project managers are not left behind in an evolving landscape.

Intro

2min

Navigating AI in Project Management

20min

Navigating NDAs and Leveraging AI in Agile Project Management

4min

AI in Project Management: Enhancing Efficiency

13min

The Future of AI in Project Management: A Collaborative Approach

4min

Engaging with AI Resources and Community

2min

In this episode, we explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on project management and how it’s transforming the profession. Oliver Yarbrough shares how project managers can leverage AI to enhance their skills and stay competitive in an evolving, AI-driven landscape. Hear about AI's impact on Agile teams, how SLMs and LLMs are revolutionizing data refinement, how to balance data security while leveraging AI, and how to treat AI as a key stakeholder in the evolving landscape of project management.

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