2018-2019 Programs Archive

June 2019

Think & Act Strategically

The College of Continuing and Professional Studies hosted a webinar on "Think & Act Strategically" presented by Dick DeBlieck.  Whether or not you have a role in creating strategy for your organization, if you're in a management or supervisory position, you have a role to play in strategy execution.  You can see the video here

Process Mapping & Improvement Session

Keith Setterholm led us through a session on mapping business processes.  Process mapping and the analysis of those maps is the first step to managing this way. Process mapping helps people look beyond their own local activities and develop a clear line of sight to customers and their requirements. This "horizontal" perspective often challenges traditional silo thinking and ultimately demands a fresh, global perspective of how the enterprise can better meet customer needs.

May 2019

2019 Technology Expo

The expo featured representatives from across the University to showcase the amazing technology tools and services available to enhance your projects, increase efficiency, and be a valuable resource for your future initiatives.

Data Services - Emily Melcher, Academic Health Center

1:Button Studio - David Lindeman, OIT Video Solutions, and Scott Spicer, Media Outreach and Learning Spaces

Technology Portfolio (now Atlas) - Larry Storey, OIT

Zoom - Mike Williams and Jake Kramer, OIT

Technical Advisory Council (TAC) - Kent Mein, CSENG Administration, and Trenton Raygor, OIT

Thanks to all the presenters and participants!

March 2019

The Psychology of Change for Project Managers

The College of Continuing and Professional Studies hosted a webinar on "The Psychology of Change for Project Managers" presented by Kay Quinn.  She introduced a sampling of successful strategies for tackling change using basic psychology, proven tools, and real-life stories.

February 2019

TED Talks for Project Managers

We watched and discussed TED Talk "As work gets more complex, six rules to simplify" and, for some project humor, "The Expert".

November 2018

TED Talks for Project Managers

We watched and discussed TED Talk "A sixth sense for project management".

October 2018

The Value Proposition of Business Architecture

The UMN College of Continuing and Professional Studies hosted a webinar on "The Value Proposition of Business Architecture", presented by Linda Finley.  She discussed the emerging discipline of business architecture and why is it something you should know about.