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Boost product development efficiency

Want to boost your product development efficiency?
Discover how insights from "Agile Product Development with Visual Methods" can help you. In the second part, we have real-world solutions on how to redefine your approach to performance with changing, distributed, and networked teams, as well as evolving requirements.
Today's performance requirements are not tomorrow's performance requirements; they quickly evolve into baseline expectations. This shift means we must continuously strive for innovation to stay ahead of the curve and secure competitive advantages.
Interested? Be there and don't miss it!
PDU(s): 2,5 PDU
Ways of working
Power Skill
Business Acumen
Erhard Lump, is looking forward to a lively turnout!
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English BookClub September 2025

Welcome to the PMI Book Club - September Edition
As we continue our fall focus on Business Acumen, this month’s session explores how project professionals can enhance their decision-making by understanding business value and organizational priorities. Whether you’re delivering complex programs or leading a team, the ability to think strategically and act with business insight is key to long-term impact.
Join host Liz Hector as we unpack what it really means to think strategically, understand the business as a whole, and make smart, value-driven decisions.
October Reading List: Coming Soon!
We’re curating a powerful selection of content to guide this conversation, including books, articles, and interviews with thought leaders.
The final reading list will be released in July 2025.
The materials will center on:
- Strategic decision-making in project and portfolio contexts
- Understanding business drivers and trade-offs
- Translating strategy into project-level action
You’ll receive the reading list via email and our PMI Book Club group as soon as it’s available.
Key Questions We’ll Explore:
- What frameworks can guide smarter business decisions in projects?
- How do we identify and prioritize business value?
- How can PMs and leaders communicate trade-offs and ROI effectively?
- What does it mean to be a “strategic partner” in project delivery?
Please address any questions to Martin.Bertram@pmi-gc.de
English BookClub October 2025

✨ Welcome to the PMI Book Club – October Edition!
This month’s session focuses on one of the most valuable competencies for project professionals: Business Acumen. Join our host, Richa Agrawal, as we explore how strategic thinking, big-picture awareness, and value-driven decision-making can elevate your leadership and influence across any organization.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or expanding your role beyond delivery, this conversation will give you fresh tools and perspectives to bridge the gap between execution and enterprise value.
We will announce our recommended reading(s) soon! The focus will center on:
- Strategic Thinking in Project Environments
- Understanding Business Drivers and Value
- Decision-Making Across Functions and Systems
Stay tuned for curated content, including book recommendations, articles, and podcasts to help you apply business acumen in your daily work.
The final reading list and the PMI Book Club group in July will be shared via email.
What We'll Discuss
- What does “strategic thinking” look like in a project or program context?
- How can we align decisions with organizational values and business benefits?
- What does it mean to think holistically about business systems and priorities?
- What shifts are needed to evolve from tactical delivery to strategic leadership?
We look forward to your voice in this important conversation. No pre-reading required—just bring your curiosity and professional drive!
Please address any questions to Martin.Bertram@pmi-gc.de