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[Editorial]

Dear Readers,

As we launch another edition of our newsletter, let's explore some important updates and opportunities within our chapter.

Our election period is now open, and if you have ever considered assuming a leadership role, further details about the election process can be found in the PMI Elections Reminder article.

Additionally, we are excited to announce the International Project Management Day event on October 30^th, featuring a nationwide SimulTrain®-based competition. This event offers a chance for members to demonstrate their project management skills in a dynamic simulation environment.

For those interested in the intersection of technology and project management, be sure to read Ala Lutz' segment on the Top 10 GenAI prompts, which furnishes readers with a useful cheat sheet for optimising project planning and execution tasks.

Also featured, is an article from our PM Conference 2024's Gold Sponsor, Capture, wherein they showcase advancements in portfolio management through their in-house application - SmartCapture. This tool offers streamlined processes and clearer project oversight.

As always, you can discover our Social Impact Team's latest achievements in this month's update on their collaborative social impact activities.

Lastly, our BoD is actively enhancing member experiences through various initiatives, including website improvements and enriching events. We encourage you to read about these efforts in this month's Message from the Board and consider how you might like to become involved.

We hope that you find this edition informative and engaging. Here's to advancing our project management practices together.

Happy reading!

Best regards,

Lisa

[Message from the Board]

‍Dear PMI Switzerland Members,

As the summer ends, I hope this message finds you well and recharged for the second half of the year.

Over the past few months, the PMI CH BoD has been working diligently to enhance the value we bring to our vibrant community of project management professionals. I would like to share some of the key initiatives that we have focused on during this period, which I believe will benefit all of us in moving forward together. In the Newsletters in the coming months, readers can look forward greater detail to be shared by each of the VPs.

One of our current endeavours is the reactivation of the Guest Pass Program, spearheaded by Ala Lutz, our VP of Membership.

The entire board is also heavily supporting the planning and execution of our chapter's key events, notably, the PM Conference 2024 on September 23^rd, and the the International Project Management Day (IPMD) on October 30^th, lead by Pia Henzelmann and Stefan Vesenmeier respectively. I highly encourage your attendance, as these events promise to be rich in content and networking opportunities.

To further enhance the quality of our events and other offerings, we have been developing a comprehensive Speakers Database, driven by Joachim Dehais.

In parallel, the 2025 events strategy is being developed under the supervision of Thando Dube.

We have also made significant strides in forging new Chapter Sponsorships and Partnerships. Mafalda Amaro and her team have successfully unlocked fresh prospects growth. Owing to their recent achievements, this team also plans to expand their academic and social good collaborative initiatives, with future training sessions in the pipeline.

Another area of focus is on the evolution of the PMI Switzerland Chapter website. Following a migration in early 2024, the Operations Team, under Philippe Soupart's leadership, is fervently at work in revamping the website.

Finally, we recently completed our half-year budget review, overseen by Augustin Salvadores.

We are most pleased with what has been accomplished thus far, and anticipate continued favourable outcomes that will benefit our community in the coming months. As these projects were conceived with our entire community in mind, we hope that a selection of them may resonate with you. Should this be the case, we would be delighted to welcome you as a volunteer. I encourage all to get involved within any of our highly rewarding intiatives. Volunteering is undoubtedly an exceptional opportunity to share your expertise, develop new skills, and connect with fellow professionals.

Together, we can continue to build a strong, dynamic, and supportive PMI Switzerland Chapter that benefits us all.

Warm regards,.

David Puippe

VP of Marketing and Communications

[Article]

Reminder: PMI Switzerland Chapter Elections – Your Opportunity to Lead!

Dear PMI Switzerland Chapter Members,

As we approach the 2025 - 2026 election term, we want to remind you that candidate nominations for the PMI CH Board are open. Volunteering on the PMI CH Board is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of our chapter. Our community thrives because of members like you - dedicated professionals, who are not only committed to the principles of PMI, but also eager to grow, lead, and make a difference.

Key Roles Open for Election:

• Board of Directors - Lead our chapter by guiding strategy, overseeing operations, and ensuring we meet our goals.
• Election Committee Member - Play a crucial role in the election process by ensuring transparency and fairness.
• Financial Auditor - Help maintain the financial integrity of our chapter by reviewing and auditing our finances.
  

Why Stand for Election? 

Joining the PMI Switzerland Chapter Board is more than just a volunteer position... it is an opportunity to: 

• Influence the direction of PMI Switzerland.
• Collaborate with passionate peers.
• Gain invaluable leadership experience.
• Contribute to the growth and success of our chapter.

Application Timeline:

The official application process has already begun, and nomination submissions are welcome up until October 15th.

Should a leadership role be of interest to you, details on the application process, along with the elibility criteria, are available on our Elections Page. Alternatively you can contact us directly - Elections Team.

[Article]

3 weeks until the long-awaited PM Conference - here's why you should be excited too!

‍Dear PMI Members and Friends,

By now, I can imagine that you must have seen a LinkedIn post or two of the expert speakers at the 13^th Project Management Conference, or some of your peers have asked you whether you are attending on September 23^rd in Lausanne. Excitement is indeed building up around the PM Conference, so I am taking this opportunity to share with you the reason!

Let me start by sharing some insights on our All-day Program, which our team has worked tirelessly on. Our top focus during the initiation of this event was to provide exclusive and quality content on major topics revolving around AI n Project Manager. Making every effort to ensure this, our Speaker Team interviewed around fifty speaker applications, covering topics such as:

• AI & People
• Human Excellence
• Industry Use Cases
• Legal & Sustainability
• Transformation
  

After countless hours conducting virtual interviews and rigorous assessments, the Conference Speaker Team narrowed their proposal to fifteen sessions, which comprised several talks, three industry use case sessions, and two workshops. On top of this, we are fortunate to have secured a Keynote presentation from Capture, our Gold Sponsor's, on AI-Driven Transformation. I will not delve further into the details of each session, or how much you will benefit from the event - Let's be honest... that's what every event claims! I take pride in the program that we have created, so I will let our program page do the talking.

[Article]

Empowering Professionals: PMI Switzerland's Social Impact Transformative Programs

PMI Switzerland recently hosted another Project Management Training and Mentoring Program, in collaboration with one of the chapter's most valued partners, Bevel ON. The training was led by Mafalda Amaro (PMI Switzerland Board Member, VP of Sponsors & Partners) and Oxana Herzog (Project Manager and Partnerships Consultant, PMP^®).

Real Impact, Real Stories

The overwhelming success of these training programs is a testament to the impactful initiatives spearheaded by PMI Switzerland. Our goal is clear - To demonstrate how project management techniques can optimise efforts to address both organisational and humanitarian challenges.

The sessions, jointly organised with the Bevel ON Association, were designed specifically for displaced professionals from Ukraine. Bevel ON, a committed partner, strives to enhance the integration and employment opportunities for these individuals, aiding them in rebuilding their professional lives in their new environment.

A Partnership That Matters

Our long-standing partnership with Bevel ON is a shining example of how collective efforts can address global challenges, such as geopolitical turmoil, socio-economic concerns, and environmental issues. The recent training sessions empowered participants through essential project management skill transfer, significantly enhancing their employability, and furthering their professional development. 

[Article]

Join the Ultimate Project Management Challenge at the International Project Management Day Celebration!

‍The PMI Switzerland Chapter, in collaboration with STS, the Project Management Training Company (https://www.sts.ch/en/), invites you to an exceptional International Project Management Day Event on October 30th, 2024. This nationwide SimulTrain® competition will take place across Zurich, Basel, and Lausanne, offering project management professionals and enthusiasts a chance to engage and compete in a high-stakes project simulation.

About SimulTrain^®

SimulTrain^®, created by STS, is an advanced project managment simulator, which allows teams comprising 3 to 5 individuals, can manage projects based on real-world scenarios. Participants would be making critical decisions affecting project cost, schedule, quality, and team morale, all within this application's interactive interface.

Competition details

Teams from across Switzerland will face a series of scenarios, involving risk management, as well as unanticipated changes, with a particular focus on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and interrelationships. This competition is designed to sharpen your skills, improve your ability to handle pressure, and strengthen teamwork. The event will culminate in an awards ceremony, wherein the most outstanding team will be recognised. In celebration of their exceptional skills, teamwork, and ability to navigate complex challenges, whilst under pressure, the top-performing team will receive a prestigious award.

[Article]

AI Between Inflated Expectations and
Growing Disillusionment

‍In any new technology or innovation, it is challenging to pinpoint exactly where you are in its development cycle, or to predict its ultimate impact on the world. This is particularly true for AI today. While it is clear that AI is transformative, it cannot be definitively stated how big its impact will be, or how it will reshape industries and society in the long run. The uncertainty surrounding the future of AI mirrors the unpredictability inherent in all major technological advancements.

The Gartner Hype Cycle is a graphical representation used to illustrate the maturity, adoption, and social application of emerging technologies. It follows a curve that starts with a "Technology Trigger", leading to a "Peak of Inflated Expectations", followed by a "Trough of Disillusionment". As understanding improves, it moves to the "Slope of Enlightenment", and eventually reaches the "Plateau of Productivity", where the technology  becomes mainstream.

This model helps organisations manage their expectations and plan for technology adoption. The Gartner Hype Cycle is a straightforward tool in understanding technological innovation, though it is often considered controversial due to its generalised and sometimes subjective nature.

[Article]

Leveraging AI in Project Management: Top 10 AI Prompts for PMP-certified Professionals

‍Being a project professional, it is important to remain at the forefront of technological advancements. Artificial Intelligence, particularly tools like PMI Infinity, ChatGPT, Gemini, and others, can make the optimise the practice of project management through the automation of activities, as well as insight and decision-making process improvements.

Below are the top 10 AI prompts that project managers can use to streamline their activities:

• Project Planning Assistance:
  • "Generate a project plan outline for a construction project, including key phases and milestones."
• Risk Analysis:
  • "Identify potential risks for a software development project and suggest mitigation strategies based on historical data."
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • "Draft a monthly project update report for stakeholders that includes current progress, challenges, and next steps."
• Resource allocation:
  • "Suggest an optimal resource allocation model for a project with mixed criticality levels."
• Meeting Efficiency:
  • "Create a script for conducting efficient project status meetings, that minimises time and maximises engagement."
    

[Article]

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[Community PMI CH]

Members Update

A warm welcome to all new members that joined our Chapter.
Congratulations also to the members who obtained certifications.

The following member provided information about themselves: Lynn Sorrentino, Alessandro Perez, Elena Martineau, Babajide Owojaiye, Ile Georgiev, David Miller, Maja Mandić.

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