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Project Management Shifts Post COVID-19 by Luke Smith Is there a part of work that has not changed since COVID-19? Project managers are unlikely to be affected by COVID-19. The modern workplace will be defined by new processes for remote work, changes to company structure and composition, as well as trends in management strategies. Project managers can navigate these changes with ease. You can use the strategies and tools you have to plan ahead to address policy changes head-on. This will help you achieve greater results. Understanding the implications of remote work and project management during change can help project managers guide teams through post-COVID changes. Remote work is now a common practice. Remote work is now an option for nearly all companies. Remote work can be a way to continue functionality, even during health shutdowns or social distancing mandates. Remote management of teams is becoming more important than ever with as many as 4.3 millions Americans working remotely at least half of the time. This is a common situation for project managers at some point in their career. When managing a remote team, project managers should have a list of expectations. This checklist includes:
- Establishing and maintaining clear communication standards
- Continuous communication via established media
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Focused approaches that are outcome-oriented
Working remotely can be easier if you offer your team flexibility and open communication. This allows you to spot problems quickly and keeps your team focused. The best tip for remote management is to remain patient and empathetic despite communication difficulties. Many companies will need to make changes in their business structures and personnel due to the unpredictable nature of the post-pandemic economic environment. Project managers will need to be able to manage teams through large changes, such as organizational downsizing. 2020 has shown us that downsizing can be done quickly. Remote work can be a great way to reduce operational costs and avoid layoffs. Project management is about helping your team navigate these shifts and answering questions. Workers are now faced with more anxiety and distractions than ever before, due to the uncertain economy. You can be an empathic listener and use this opportunity to improve team communication through a variety platforms. Trends in Project Management Tech and Strategies To guide your team to success in the post COVID world, you will need to use innovative tech and strategies to maintain motivation and productivity. The future of project management will require adapting to new platforms for communication, analysis, and communication. With so many people working from different places and struggling to find a work-life balance. Project managers need to be aware of the potential benefits of technological innovations for their teams. The following technologies are current trends that will make project management easier:
- Cloud data platforms
- Artificial intelligence
- Internet of Things (IoT), connectivity
- Big data analytics
Managers can store and analyze any number of data sets and share valuable metrics across devices. This allows them to keep track of project statuses and monitor the whole team. The future of project management will focus on connection, performance, motivation in the post-COVID world. This requires a commitment to employee check-ins via platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams. Communication is only possible if the team feels like a cohesive team and can interact with each other. Next, work with your teammates to establish clear goals and performance metrics that you can meet. This will motivate them to achieve an objective-focused goal.
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