I absolutely love it when people find something that “clicks” for them like project management did with me! I recently received an email with a wonderful story and some questions about getting started in project management. I find that the inspiration I get in replying to people individually results in something I feel lots ofRead… Read more »
Andrew Garton has produced a “Report for 2010 – ICTs and Environmental Sustainability in Australia”. This is one of numerous reports available at the GISWatch.With the Australian government wavering on its response to climate change, a national household energy reduction scheme in tatters, and illegal shipments of electronic waste (e waste) still said to beRead… Read more »
Greetings from the Austrlaian National University Planning & Project Support Office where Samuel Fernandes, the Green ICT Project Officer is discussing “Project planning: Using the Six Sigma methodology”. He used the DMAIC Six Sigma methodology for reducing the ANU’s greenhouse gas emissions.Sam is a former student of my Green Information Technology Strategies course. In thatRead… Read more »
Last night was opening night for DCist Exposed, a gallery exhibit of some of the most interesting photos from around the Washington region. Read my FAQ to learn more about this interesting show which, by the way, runs until March 27 at Long View Gallery. After hanging out there for a couple of hours, drinkingRead… Read more »
Greetings from the Austrlaian National Unvieristy Planning & Project Support Office where Samuel Fernandes, the Green ICT Project Officer is discussing “Project planning: Using the Six Sigma methodology”. He used the DMAIC Six Sigma methodology for reducing the ANU’s greenhouse gas emissions. Sam is a former student of my Green Information Technology Strategies course. InRead… Read more »
In the spirit of sharing what I learned at this year’s South by Southwest Interactive (#SXSWi) Festival in Austin I’ve posted my notes from a few of the interesting sessions that I was able to attend. I live posted these over the course of the event to allow folks to share in the learning thatRead… Read more »
TSA has been under fire since last year’s implementation of invasive security measures, now the debate continues with the use of the ‘Trusted Travelers’ Program. In the Washington Post article by Ashley Halsey III, ‘Panel urges TSA to implement ‘trusted travelers’ program’ The article discusses a report commissioned by the U.S. Travel Association. The reportRead… Read more »
Ah yes, an age old question, why do people resist change? A simple question that does not have a simple response. Is it because we are creatures of habit or is it that we crave consistency over correctness? Perhaps it is because we as individuals, as well as organizations desire stability and constancy and thatRead… Read more »
Version 2.3 of MOOS Project Viewer is able to display views as they were saved in MS Project. This way users will be able to see the tables as they appear in Microsoft Project. The same column order, width, and custom name will be used making it easier to watch to the projects’ data. EvenRead… Read more »
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has designated the Northeast Corridor a federally-recognized high-speed rail corridor, clearing the way for these states and Amtrack to apply for federal high-speed rail grant funding. Specifically, this recognition will allow the Northeast Corridor to apply for Florida’s recently rejected $2.4 billion in high-speed rail funding. As CivSourceRead… Read more »