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Stephane Derouin
		Stéphane DEROUIN: PM Excellence Director - Founder in 1995 & former President of the Project Management Institute-PMI® French Chapter, member of the Supervisory Board. Founder & President from 2001 to 2020 of a training and consulting company dedicated to Project Management. Responsible of Hybrid Lab at PMI® France to publish Hybrid Best Practices Guide. Agile Professor & Thesis Tutor for the ESCP French Business School in Master of Science “International Project Management”.

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Author: Martin Härri, PMP®, PMI-SP®, PMI-ACP®, Director Corporate Relationships PMI Switzerland Chapter

 AI in Project Management: Capabilities, Limitations and Practical Applications

This event will explore the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in project management, showcasing its capabilities and limitations, and will inspire the participants with practical applications that they can try out in the workshop, and the next day in their projects. The event will be a demonstration of AI capabilities in project management, using real-world examples and case studies.

Participants will learn how AI can help in automating repetitive tasks, predicting risks and opportunities, optimizing resource allocation, and enhancing decision-making. However, the event will also address the limitations of AI in project management, such as its reliance on data quality and availability, its lack of contextual awareness and creativity, and its potential bias and ethical issues. Participants will discuss the risks and challenges of relying solely on AI in project management and the need to balance its use with human intelligence and expertise. The event will feature interactive activities and discussions to allow participants to practice and reflect on their own AI skills and how they can apply them in their project management roles. So prepare to take part actively to the workshop and to contribute to the demo.

By the end of the event, participants will have a deeper understanding of the role of AI in project management, its capabilities and limitations. Participants will leave with practical insights and tools to enhance their project management skills and become more effective leaders.

Location:

SIX ConventionPoint Pfingstweidstrasse 110 8005 Zürich

Agenda:

18:30 Welcome

18:45 Workshop

19:45 Wrap up

20:00 Apéro

21:00 End

Our speaker: Florian Ivan

Florian is a seasoned consultant and trainer who is dedicated to enhancing organisational performance through project management. With over 20 years of experience, he has served in both operational and executive positions for various IT and consulting firms. Since 2011, Florian has been the managing director of Rolf Consulting, a consultancy that helps customers become more agile. Before this, he worked as a Program Manager for Microsoft Corporation, where he managed software development and IT infrastructure projects and programs.

He began his career working for a data analytics startup. Florian is enthusiastic about his work and brings a diverse and extensive background to the table. He has earned the respect of his clients, as well as the project management community, often serving as an expert or advisor. Clients appreciate Florian’s professionalism, vast experience, and storytelling skills. Along with his consulting role, he is often a trusted advisor for his clients. Florian holds a degree in data analysis from the University of Oxford and a master’s degree in project management from George Washington University. He has several certifications, including PMP, IPMA Level B, Stanford Certified Project Manager, Prince2 Practitioner, PMI-ACP, CSM, CSP, DASSM, DAC, MCTS. He is fluent in English, French, and German. Florian’s passion for project management has led him to take on various volunteer positions with the Project Management Institute.

Pricing

PMI Switzerland members 30 CHF

Non-members: 50 CHF

Early bird discount til the 11th of October, afterwards pricing is 35 / 55 CHF

https://pmi-switzerland.ch/index.php/events/events-list/pmi-evening-event/ai-in-pm-2023-10-zh

Cancelation Policy

100% refund is possible for a ticket if canceled the latest 10 days before the event.

Author: Martin Härri, PMP®, PMI-SP®, PMI-ACP®, Director Corporate Relationships PMI Switzerland Chapter

How project managers enable growth in the digital era? with the Chief of Staff to the CEO of PMI

The Digital Era is characterized by disruption caused by emerging technologies, increased speed of changes and making the ability to adapt an essential skill. Companies need to rethink their approach to strategic management, operational excellence, and antifragility, as the lifespan of predictions and forecasts traditionally used for enterprise planning gets shorter and sometimes predictions even contradict each other. 
How can project managers help executives in pursuing sustainable growth in a fast changing business landscape?  And what makes a project manager future-proof? Lenka Pincot, Chief of Staff to the CEO of the Project Management Institute will share her experience and the thought leadership research to provide the latest perspectives.
 

Agenda

18:00 Door opening, check-in
18:30 Presentation
20:00 Aperitif & networking
 

Location

Our speaker: Lenka Pincot, PMP, PMI-ACP, PMI-PBA, Chief of Staff to the CEO of PMI

As PMI's Chief of Staff to the CEO, Lenka Pincot supports the CEO and Executive Leadership Team in enterprise initiative planning and execution. She heads the Executive Communications, Culture & Change, and Content &Thought Leadership teams. She also leads the Enterprise Project Management Office and Brightline Initiative. Lenka brings extensive international experience and a proven track record in setting and executing strategic vision, digital transformation leadership, culture shifts, and enhancing organizational agility. She is highly accomplished in the practices of stakeholder and customer relationship management, leadership by influencing and facilitation, problem-solving, and building high- performing teams.

Prior to joining PMI, Lenka held leadership roles focusing on organizational transformation, Agile leadership, and relationship management. Most recently, Lenka served as the Head of Agile Transformation at Raiffeisen bank, where she defined the organization’s transformation vision and strategy, built a high-performing transformation team, and executed the roadmap while onboarding business and IT talent. Lenka promoted customer centricity, implemented Citizen Development practices, and contributed to their digital leadership in the market.

Lenka holds a Master of Science in Computer Sciences, Software Engineering from Charles University. She has earned a Digital Excellence Diploma from the IMD Business School of Switzerland and completed the European Women in Boards C-Level Program. She holds international certifications in project management, agile practices, and business analysis, including the following PMI Credentials: PMP, PMI- PBA, and PMI-ACP. Lenka has also supported PMI in a volunteer capacity, recently serving as the President of the Czech Republic Chapter.

Pricing

PMI Switzerland members 35 CHF
Non-members: 55 CHF

https://pmi-switzerland.ch/index.php/events/events-list/pmi-evening-event/how-pm-enable-growth-in-digital-era

Cancelation Policy

100% refund is possible for a ticket if canceled the latest 7 days before the event.

Author: Laura Ares

In the realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI), two titans have emerged as formidable players in the world of text generation: ChatGPT and Bard. Recently, a workshop titled "AI in Project Management: Capabilities, Limitations, & the Power of Emotional Intelligence" brought these AI giants to the forefront, showcasing their unique capabilities and examining their limitations in the context of project management.

The Duel Begins: ChatGPT vs. Bard

The workshop kicked off with an exploration of the capabilities of ChatGPT and Bard in the realm of project management. Both AI models demonstrated their prowess in understanding and generating human-like text, offering insights into various aspects of project management.

• ChatGPT's adaptability and versatility were evident as it effortlessly tackled a range of project management scenarios.It showcased its ability to assist project managers in tasks such as generating project reports, drafting emails, and even providing advice on stakeholder communication. 
• Bard demonstrated its flair for storytelling, illustrating how it could craft engaging narratives to convey project progress and challenges effectively. Its creative approach to text generation was intriguing and brought a fresh perspective to project reporting.

Limitations: Where Do They Fall Short?

While both ChatGPT and Bard exhibited impressive capabilities, the workshop driven by Florian Ivan didn't shy away from exploring their limitations. Although it is very useful to avoid the blank page syndrome or even as a checklist, the content is quite generic and really depends on the art of each user to provide the necessary information to the AI model.

As he flagged, “technology is more advanced than we are”, but one element remains irreplaceable - human emotions, and according to the expert, it will be the main limitation for these tools, at least for the next months to come.

The Power of Emotional Intelligence: A Human Touch

One area where both ChatGPT and Bard fell short was in replicating Emotional Intelligence (EI), which is essential in project management. EI encompasses empathy, interpersonal skills, and an understanding of human emotions - qualities that are difficult to replicate in AI models. At the end, as Florian said “EI is understanding why SMART people do stupid things”.

The workshop underscored that AI, no matter how advanced, cannot replace the nuanced human touch required for effective communication, team collaboration, and stakeholder management.

Manage your emotions, not control them

This emotional intelligence journey emphasizes the importance of managing and identifying emotions without the relentless pursuit of control. How? With 3 simple steps:

1. Stop - Pause - Write your emotions: name your emotion and make it manageable. In other words, find a solution to a problem.
2. Know your trigger: adapt yourself to the context. For example, do not give bad news in the morning.
3. Express yourself: replace current expressions such as “Could I ask you a stupid question?” by sentences like “ I do not agree with you. Assert yourself.

Conclusion: A Convergence of AI and Human Expertise

In the end, the workshop left participants with a clear message: AI can augment project management, but the true power lies in the collaboration between these AI titans and human professionals. As project managers continue to leverage AI tools, they must also harness their emotional intelligence to ensure successful project outcomes. To quote our speaker: "it's just a tool. make your own judgments".

Laura Ares