Powering ProjeX: From Vision to Victory

Episode 18: From 50% to 95%: How AI is Revolutionizing Project Success Rates

DK Season 1 Episode 18

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In this episode of Powering ProjeX, host DK is joined by Professor Paul Boudreau, a distinguished project management expert and AI researcher. 

They discuss the prevalent challenges in project and portfolio management, with a focus on how artificial intelligence (AI) can predict and mitigate project failures. Insights include the significant potential of AI in enhancing the planning stage, identifying the most compelling AI use cases, and the critical importance of accurate data collection. 

Paul emphasizes the need for organizational change, collaboration with AI, and continuous learning to achieve a higher project success rate. They also explore concepts like supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and the future impact of genetic algorithms. 

This episode is a must-listen for project managers and business leaders looking to leverage AI for strategic advantages in their projects.


00:00 Introduction to Project Management Challenges

01:32 Welcome and Introduction of Guest Speaker

04:20 The Role of AI in Project Management

06:54 Exploring AI Use Cases and Research

22:48 Challenges and Solutions in Project Reporting

39:06 The Future of AI in Project Management

47:55 Data Collection and Process Implementation

48:36 Machine Learning Tools and Accessibility

50:22 AI in Project Management

54:31 Evaluating AI Solutions for Enterprises

56:24 Collaboration and AI

01:01:57 AI's Role in Project Success

01:17:56 Future of AI in Project Management

01:22:48 Practical Advice for AI Adoption

01:28:49 Conclusion and Key Takeaways


Until next time, keep powering your projects from vision to victory!

And remember, if your AI starts predicting that all your projects will finish early and under budget, it's probably not artificial intelligence—it's probably artificial optimism! 

 

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