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Transformation Corner is authored by members of Value Transformation, a team comprising seasoned project managers with extensive backgrounds in various industries including government, construction, automotive product development, manufacturing, and IT. With decades of collective experience, our team members bring a wealth of expertise to this column. Authors: Jon M. Quigley; Shawn P. Quigley; Jon M. Quigley; Rick Edwards; Ashley Taylor Womble. Jon M. Quigley, holding PMP and CTFL certifications, boasts nearly 30 years of product development experience. Specializing in process optimization, quality enhancement, and cost reduction, Jon's expertise spans embedded hardware and software, verification, and project management. He is a recipient of the Volvo-3P Technical Award (2005) and the 2006 Volvo Technology Award. Jon has secured seven US patents and numerous international patents, and co-authored over 10 books on project management and product development topics such as agile methodologies, testing, and configuration management. He has contributed to various publications, including works like the Encyclopedia of Software Engineering. For more information, refer to his LinkedIn profile.

Articles by Value Transformation(10 posts)

Speed vs. Deliberation: Striking the Balance in Project Management
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Speed vs. Deliberation: Striking the Balance in Project Management

Learn when to move fast and when to deliberate in project management, plus strategies for right-sizing meetings and avoiding decision paralysis.

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August 11, 2025
Project Gates: The Janus-like Guardians of Product Development
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Project Gates: The Janus-like Guardians of Product Development

Learn how project gates serve as critical checkpoints in product development, ensuring successful progression from planning through launch while mi

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February 5, 2025
Harmonizing Teams: The Rhythmic Benefits of Band Practice in Corporate Settings
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Harmonizing Teams: The Rhythmic Benefits of Band Practice in Corporate Settings

Discover how corporate band programs can enhance teamwork, communication, and leadership skills while fostering creativity and reducing stress in t

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December 16, 2024
Mastering the Art of Estimating: Unveiling the 3-Point Estimating Technique (PERT)
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Mastering the Art of Estimating: Unveiling the 3-Point Estimating Technique (PERT)

Explore the 3-Point Estimating Technique (PERT) to master project duration estimation, understand task variance, and navigate the complexities of p

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October 14, 2024
Beware the Illusion of Communication
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Beware the Illusion of Communication

Discover how to overcome the illusion of communication in project management and learn practical strategies for effective, clear, and precise infor

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September 16, 2024
Projects and Cost Management
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Projects and Cost Management

Discover effective cost improvement strategies for engineering project management, from short-term wins to long-term frameworks, enhancing quality

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August 13, 2024
Part 3: Effective Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Project Management
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Part 3: Effective Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Project Management

AI is revolutionizing project management and product development by enhancing decision-making, automating routine tasks, and enabling human-robot c

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June 24, 2024
Effective Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools: 5 Strategies for Effective Implementation (Part 2)
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Effective Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools: 5 Strategies for Effective Implementation (Part 2)

In part 2, we will go a little deeper into AI with 3 more ways that AI is revolutionizing project management. Then we will explore 5 ways to ensure

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May 6, 2024
Leveraging AI in Project Management: 8 Areas for Impactful Predictions
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Leveraging AI in Project Management: 8 Areas for Impactful Predictions

Explore the potential of AI in project management, emphasizing the importance of data quality and integration with existing workflows for successfu

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March 15, 2024
Harnessing the Power of the Muses: How Ancient Inspiration Fuels Modern Project Management
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Harnessing the Power of the Muses: How Ancient Inspiration Fuels Modern Project Management

Unexpected muses, surprising results. Discover how ancient Greek mythology holds the key to modern project management mastery.

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February 19, 2024