From Cost to Competitive Edge: The Business Case for Staff Development
In today’s fast-paced business environment, the most valuable asset any organisation possesses isn’t its technology, products, or processes – it’s its people.
New Millpond Training Course: Business Analysis Fundamentals
No matter what our role is within an organisation, we can benefit from an understanding of how business analysis helps keep projects firmly focussed on ‘outcomes’, rather than just ‘outputs’. This is why Millpond is growing its Business Analysis practice to provide professional business analysis support to organisations, and it’s also why we have developed this new course. Millpond's Business Analysis Fundamentals course is designed for anyone keen to get a foundational understanding of the business analysis profession.
Introducing a New Workshop to Reduce Your Stress, Satisfy Your Clients and Protect Your Bottom Line!
You're in a meeting with a client and you have to deliver some tough news. Perhaps their project timeline has shifted, or your prices have increased. Your heart races, your palms sweat, and your mind scrambles for the right words. Does that sound familiar?
How we passed our PMP® and CAPM® exams, by Will & Tom
Two of our recent course attendees (Will Rohorua, PMP, and Tom Oosterlinck, CAPM) shared the following tips and tricks with the rest of their course group, and they are so good, we thought we'd share them...
Why Our Training Stands Out
We live by our values: honesty, transparency, and a people-centric approach. As a 100% New Zealand-owned organisation recognized as global thought leaders, we’re committed to delivering exceptional value while keeping our profits within the region. If you’re looking for a partner who understands your challenges, delivers world-class training with local relevance, and genuinely cares about your success, we’re here for you. Let us help you achieve your project management goals and build confidence for the future.
Key Aspects Of Portfolio Management And Governance: Driving Strategic Success
In today’s fast-paced and complex business environment, effective portfolio management and governance is critical for aligning organisational efforts with strategic goals. By focusing on key principles and practices, organisations can drive better decision-making, improve project outcomes, and maximize benefits realisation...
What’s New in the PMI-ACP® Certification? Updates Starting 8 November 2024
Starting 8 November 2024, the PMI-ACP® exam is undergoing significant updates, reflecting the latest trends and advancements in agile practices. If you’re preparing for the certification or looking to renew it, here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming changes.
Navigating Organisational Change Together
Explore key insights from Millpond's 'Navigating Change Together' webinar. Learn how to manage change effectively, build relationships, and tailor approaches, whether you're an accidental change manager or an experienced leader.
PMI-CP™ – A dedicated project management Certification for Construction Professionals
Earlier this year, PMI announced a new certification – PMI-CP™. This Blog aims to provide answers to PMI-CP is a great certification for those working in the construction industry.
How do revisions to NZS 3910 impact the management of construction contracts?
Why the updated contract revisions are important, what NZS 3910 is, why the revision were needed, along with what the revisions mean to industry.
