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macOS Hints: Improving WiFi Reception On Mac For Your Home Office

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What to do if surfing on Wi-Fi doesn’t work optimally? On a Mac, the operating system has hidden options for checking Wi-Fi quality.

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Posted by Antoni Cherif on April 11th, 2025 under Products
Tags: wlan wifi rssi netzwerk macos-tipps

10 Common Challenges In Project Management

Challenges in Project Management

Managing a project is a bit like solving a Rubik's cube: you need to keep track of multiple elements while considering several different outcomes as well as duration. You're bound to encounter some obstacles along the way.

Some difficulties are also more common than others in projects, such as scope, budget, communication, and more. We present 10 of the most common challenges in project management below and tell you how to overcome them.

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Posted by Stefanie Blome on April 11th, 2025 under Project Management
Tags: challenges goals budget risks

Home Office: Our Tips & Tricks from 20+ Years of Remote Work Expertise

Home Office: Essential Guide to Remote Work Productivity

Over the past 20 years, the popularity of the home office has seen its ups and downs. Yet, the advantages of working remotely speak for themselves.

Remote work became the norm almost overnight during the pandemic. Many organizations struggled at first. Over time, though, they saw real benefits. One report shows that 90% of companies now offer flexible work options. Still, only 61% of project professionals work remotely at least once a week "PMI Pulse of the Profession 2024 Report", page 15. Some leaders are pushing for a return to the office. Yet many employees say hybrid or fully remote setups work best. Our experience shows that remote work can boost output, if managed right.

But opinions vary: only 25% of senior leaders see remote work as more effective than on-site arrangements, while 33% of project managers feel that way "PMI Pulse of the Profession 2024 Report", page 16. Experts call this gap “productivity paranoia.” Clear strategies and regular communication help close it. In this guide, we'll talk about our own learnings from 20+ years of remote work.

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Posted by Marvin Blome on April 11th, 2025 under Reviews Project Management
Tags: homeoffice

Plan Your Construction Project With A Construction Schedule

Construction Schedule with Merlin Project

Visualize construction timelines with a construction workflow plan. But how should construction managers choose their approach and how binding is a construction schedule?

The construction schedule (construction calendar) supports construction managers in coordinating the construction process. It ensures that the work of the trades flows smoothly and without long pauses. Construction managers enter all the necessary entries to guarantee a secure timeline. Deviations often incur high costs. In this article, we address three of the most important questions for construction projects:

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Event Planning with Success!

Event planning with success

Every event deserves to be a success, and it all begins with smart planning. Explore these 7 expert tips and tricks to elevate your event and make it unforgettable!

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Posted by Stefanie Blome on April 1st, 2025 under Project Management
Tags: event-planning

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