The demo looked great. The sales team was responsive. The pricing worked. Six months in, the implementation is a mess. Here’s why that keeps happening. Every software vendor I’ve ever met is genuinely convinced their product is the right answer for your problem. That belief is what makes them good at selling. It’s also what Read more about What Your Software Vendor Won’t Tell You (That Sinks Implementations)[…]
Microsoft has confirmed it: Project Online is officially retiring on September 30, 2026. And while your systems won’t go dark tomorrow, the clock is ticking. For the many organizations that still rely on Project Online, this isn’t just a software retirement, it’s a critical inflection point. You now have to make decisions not just about Read more about Project Online Is Retiring — What Comes Next?[…]
Part 1 of the “Beyond the Tool” Series You can buy the most powerful, feature-rich project portfolio management (PPM) tool in the world. You can configure it perfectly, align it to every process, and invest in hours of training. And still… it can fail. – Not because the software was bad. – Not because the budget was too Read more about Culture Eats Software for Breakfast[…]
At EPMA, we are experts in designing, improving, and implementing project excellence. Project management was undervalued for many years. The fact is that companies who focus and design an eco-system to support their growth are 73% more productive than their counterparts who do not. There are many different types of Project Management Office (PMO), as Read more about Unleash Your Project Potential – Why A Central PMO Drives Results[…]
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer for businesses seeking to unlock new opportunities, streamline operations, and drive innovation. At EPMA, we understand the transformative power of AI and are dedicated to guiding organizations through their AI journey with our comprehensive optimization and transformation services. In this post, we’ll Read more about Navigating the AI Revolution: Transforming Your Business with EPMA[…]
At EPMA, we have been delivering project management excellence for nearly 15 years, crafting over 300 dashboards for clients across various industries. Central to our continued success is the adept utilization of critical data, ensuring it’s easily accessible and digestible. Transparency stands as the cornerstone in any project environment, influencing momentum, cost projections, and completion Read more about How to Use Project Dashboards to Unleash Your Potential[…]
Inc. magazine revealed today that EPMA has again made the Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands gained Read more about EPMA Named to the 2023 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies for the 2nd time.[…]
Yes, Project Resources Need Vacations Too… Everyone loves a vacation! And most of us look forward to that much-needed (and mostly deserved) time away from work! And, whether those vacations are ‘stay-cations’ or well-planned global adventures, the bottom line is, time off means resources will not be available for project work. All Project Managers (PMs), Read more about Enterprise Resources Need Vacations Too – Which Can Impact Your Project Timeline[…]