Project Delivery Playbooks How Project Problems Evolve: From Assumptions to Risks to Issues AasimNaseem, September 13, 2026 Most project problems do not appear suddenly. They usually follow a predictable path Assumption → Risk → Issue → Escalation Understanding this concept (Assumptions vs Risks vs Issues in Project Management) helps project teams identify problems early, take preventive action, and reduce delivery impact. 1. Assumption An assumption is something… Continue Reading
Project Delivery Playbooks Mitigation Plans vs Contingency Plans: What Project Managers Often Confuse AasimNaseem, September 13, 2026 One of the most common mistakes in project management is treating mitigation and contingency as the same thing. They are not. A simple way to remember the difference is: Mitigation tries to prevent a risk from becoming an issue. Contingency minimises the impact after the issue has occurred. If you’re… Continue Reading
Project Delivery Playbooks Agile vs Scrum: Finally Understanding the Difference AasimNaseem, May 7, 2025September 28, 2026 Agile vs. Scrum: Not Quite the Same Thing, But They Hang Out Together When folks talk about new ways of getting projects done, especially when building software, you hear “Agile” and “Scrum” a lot. Sometimes it sounds like they’re just two words for the same thing, like saying “soda” or… Continue Reading
Project Delivery Playbooks When Not To Use Agile: 5 Signs You Need a Different Approach AasimNaseem, April 25, 2025September 28, 2026 Agile is a first choice by default in project management, especially for software development projects. But it is not a one-size-fits-all solution. In fact, forcing Agile into the wrong environment can do more harm than good. If you’ve ever felt like your team is going in circles with stand-ups or… Continue Reading
Project Delivery Playbooks 5 Kanban Mistakes You’re Probably Making (and How to Fix Them Fast) AasimNaseem, April 10, 2025September 28, 2026 Kanban seems simple — move cards from “To Do” to “Done,” right? But under the surface, this visual workflow tool demands clarity, consistency, and discipline. If you’re using Kanban and still feeling chaos, chances are you’re falling into one (or more) of these common Kanban mistakes. Let’s break them down… Continue Reading
Project Delivery Playbooks 7 Ways of Managing Over-Demanding Clients in Software Projects AasimNaseem, November 22, 2024October 12, 2026 Working with clients is a big part of running a software project. Sometimes you are ust busy managing over-demanding clients. But what happens when a client keeps asking for more—more features, more updates, more time—without adjusting the budget or timeline? If you’ve faced this, you’re not alone. Let me share… Continue Reading
Project Delivery Playbooks 5 Shifts to Have Scrum Mindset Instead of Stand-ups and Sprints AasimNaseem, April 11, 2024September 28, 2026 Let’s get something straight: Scrum is not just about daily stand-ups and time-boxed sprints. You have to have a Scrum mindset to drive it effectively. Like we discussed about mistakes about Kanban, there is a serious misunderstanding about Scrum as well. If your team is going through the motions—doing ceremonies,… Continue Reading