- PMI California Central Coast Chapter
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- PMI California Central Coast Chapter
http://www.pmi-4c.org Serving San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Kern Counties In this Issue Thousand Oaks 2 Volume 2011 Issue 1 Thousand Oaks Dinner Meeting (2 PDUs) January 27, 2011 “Innovation Without Reinvention: 5 Real World Project Management Tools” Group Santa Barbara Group 4 Bakersfield Group 5 PMI PDU Reporting Changes 6 PMP Prep Course 8 Upcoming 9 Chapter Events Membership Update 10 Volunteers Needed 11 Volunteer Staff 12 Newsletter Credits 13 Information on programs, seminars, and other California Central Coast Chapter events can be found on our website. Presentation materials from recent dinner programs and seminars are available for download, chapter documents are accessible for review and additional pages offer information on PDUs, PMP certification, job openings, candidate availability, and important information. There are also links to other sites of interest to the project manager and project management community. January 2011 Speaker: Jason Scott Jason Scott is an experienced and accomplished project management practitioner who began his career in 1990 with the U.S. Navy. The demands on project management are higher than ever and to succeed you must innovate. But who says you have to invent new tricks, innovate by going back to the basics. In this interactive session Jason will share with you five real-world project management tools drawn from practical experience managing complex projects for large enterprises such as Universal, Sony and the U. S. Navy. Lesson 1: Executive Communication & Status matters Lesson 2: Building an effective Work Plan – Forecasting and Communication Lesson 3: The purpose of identifying Risks during planning Lesson 4: Identifying, prioritizing and coming up with appropriate responses to Issues Lesson 5: Project Health – How to successfully leverage it as a tool (Read more >>) Registration Link: http://pmi-4c-2011-01-27.eventbrite.com Our Dinner Programs are an excellent opportunity for members and non-members to network with colleagues and stay up-to-date in project management, as well as earn valuable PDUs. PMPs need 60 PDUs every three years to maintain certification. The Dinner Program takes place on the fourth Thursday of each month. July and November (no programs), and December (date to be announced). T.O. Dinner Meeting Agenda: 5:15 to 5:45 PM — New Member Orientation 5:45 to 6:00 PM — Networking 6:00 to 6:45 PM — Dinner 6:45 to 7:00 PM — Announcements 7:00 to 7:45 PM — Jason Scott 7:45 to 8:00 PM — Break 8:00 to 8:45 PM — Jason Scott (cont.) 8:45 to 9:00 PM — Raffle Prize/Mtng Adjourned Dinner Meeting Prices: $25 for PMI-LP members with dinner (Early bird registration) $30 for Non-members with dinner (Early bird registration) $30 for PMI-LP members with dinner $35 for Non-members with dinner $10 meeting only Location: Palm Garden Hotel, 495 N. Ventu Park Road, Thousand Oaks, CA http://www.palmgardenhotel.com/ Thousand Oaks Group 2010 PMI California Central Coast End of Year Chapter Survey Results In December, we conducted a professional development survey for TO, SLO and Bakersfield’s territories. The survey is one means through which the PMI California Central Coast chapter can give a voice to our members to identify what is working and what needs to be improved from our members’ vantage point. The results, overall, revealed that the Chapter members are pretty satisfied with the professional development programs provided and have given suggestions for improvement. The Board members are actively reviewing the feedback from the survey and the Chapter members should see changes/improvements in existing programs/events based on the feedback provided. The PMI California Central Coast Board would like to thank you for taking the time to complete the survey! Here is the link to the full survey report: http://www.pmi-4c.org/members.php February 24, 2011 Dinner Meeting “Partnering for Project Success: PM and Business Analyst Collaboration“ Speaker: Jen L. Skrabak To achieve project success, it is important for project managers (PMs) and business analysts (BAs) to build strong working relationships based on respect and understanding of each other’s role. A strong partnership between these two roles can significantly increase the likelihood of project success. To facilitate a shared understanding of the roles, Project Management Institute (PMI®) and the International Institute of Business Analysts (IIBA®) formed a joint committee to review the content of each guides to the bodies of knowledge and analyze key touch points. A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) from PMI® has been used for over 20 years by practitioners around the world as the standard for project management work. 2 The Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK® Guide) from IIBA®, although much newer, is becoming the accepted standard for business analysis work. Using these guides to the bodies of knowledge, the committee reviewed knowledge areas, processes, tools/techniques and handoffs between the PM and BA. The result of the committee’s effort is this informative presentation which describes how the two roles complement and collaborate to ensure project success. Jen L. Skrabak, PMP, MBA, is a senior-level executive leading high profile business transformation projects, programs, and portfolios. She brings over 17 years of professional experience in broad industries such as healthcare, biotechnology, entertainment, and financial services. Her recent assignments include establishing PMO Center of Excellence with both business analysts and project managers for a $500 million US and international expansion portfolio as well as managing large program execution up to $50 million across multiple sites internationally. She has also successfully lead cradle-to-grave complex, multi-million dollar, high profile project and programs such as Project Portfolio Management System, Provider Database, SAP, an Ehealth Platform, Document Management System, Clinical Drug Supply System, Learning Management System, Automated Plasma Disposition System, Talent Management System, and Manufacturing Execution System. Ms. Skrabak is a distinguished member of the project management community, having been recently appointed Chair of PMI’s The Standard for Portfolio Management – Third Edition to be published in December 2012. She served as the edit lead for PMI’s Project Management Competency Development Framework – Second Edition and three years as president of the PMI California Central Coast Chapter. Ms. Skrabak is a member of UCLA Extension Project Management Advisory Board, a frequent speaker at project management and business analysis conferences, and a chapter author (Chapter 7 – PMO Revolution: The Strategic COE) to The PMOSIG Program Management Office Handbook (2011). Registration Link: http://pmi-4c-2011-02-24.eventbrite.com 3 Value Add PM Techniques - Tools YOU can USE to Make a Difference with Lee R. Lambert, PMP, CEO, PMI Camarillo, CA May 20, 2011 Las Posas Country Club 8:30am - 4:30pm 8 PDUs for $349 (California Central Coast Members) Password PMI 8 PDUs for $399 (non-members) This program is for the person who wants to make a difference. This material will empower the attendee to take control of the process and to demonstrate extreme value add contributions to the decision making cycle. When understood and applied in a consistent manner, the concepts/tools/techniques covered in this session will allow the user to separate from the project management professional pack, by providing timely significant value add information that will enable the decision maker to be aware of and consider all possible alternatives—before making important decisions. OUTLINE 1. Introduction 2. Eliminating Scope Definition Challenges 3. Creating an Integrated Triple Constraint 4. Developing a Realistic Schedule 5. Probably as a Reality 6. Considering Path Convergence 7. Determining What Just Happened 8. Capturing the Future—Based on the Past 9. Change—Thinking Positively 10. The Law is On Your Side 11. Summary and Conclusions For more Details and Registration go to: http://www.lambertconsultinggroup.com/PDUDescription.aspx?t=71 Santa Barbara Group 4 By David Moxness, PMP Santa Barbara’s January Meeting Recap “Travel Abroad: A Project Approach” Santa Barbara Area member Greg Sinclair took the Santa Barbara Area group around the world in 60 minutes on January 6th. February 3, 2011 Dinner Meeting “Productivity Secrets of Highly Effective Teams” Speaker: Jason Womack Time: 5:30 Dinner 5:45-7:45 Presentation Location: Goleta Public Library, 500 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117 Registration Link: http://sbmeeting3feb2011.eventbrite.com All attendees are required to present proof of registration at the door. Bali Sunset In 2006 Greg embarked on a sabbatical that included travel to Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Greece, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and Indonesia. Greg gave the audience an understanding of what is required to successfully travel around the world via the application of basic project management disciplines, including goal setting, requirements definition, scheduling, cost and risk management, and planning for contingencies. Maximize your productivity: You will see, hear and practice ways to utilize your resources and improve the quality of your work. Doing so, you will more consistently get the right things done. Experience fundamental principles of performance to maximize your productivity. Be, work and live at your best: Being productive means you are managing current priorities while taking full advantage of new opportunities. To be, work and live at your best, you need to have a firm grasp of what your priorities are and synchronize them with the priorities of the team and your organization. Achieve greater and more rewarding results: We will work together to design behaviors and systems leading to constant improvement, resulting in achievements that are meaningful. The productivity principles we coach are simple enough to use, and significant enough to matter. Thank you Greg for taking us on your journey and pointing out how a project doesn’t necessarily need to be born in the boardroom. Speaker Greg Sinclair receiving Certificate of Appreciation from Chair Russ Mead In this seminar you will see how your workflow can unfold in a more productive and more sustainable way. You will put yourself in the position of taking calculated and consistent action steps towards a larger vision of yourself and your role within the organization. In 2006, Jason co-founded The Womack Company. He travels globally, presenting customized Workplace Performance training programs for companies in finance, healthcare, education and more. In 2010 he published a book on workplace performance, co-written with his father. One of Jason’s favorite Quotes: "Think about what you're doing and do something that you're thinking about." Bakersfield Group 5 By Madhu Gogulapati Dinner & Discussion Event January 19, 2011 “Small Team - Big Demands No Room for Failure” Speaker: Hugo Waigand, PMP Time: 6 to 8 PM Location: 4900 California Ave, Tower B, Office 210, Large Conference Room, Bakersfield, CA 93309 Dinner & Discussion Event February 16, 2011 “Project Management in Action in Afghanistan” Speaker: Daniel Harmuth, PMP Time: 6 to 8 PM Location: 4900 California Ave, Tower B, Office 210, Large Conference Room, Bakersfield, CA 93309 This presentation is about project management through the eyes of a pilot. This presentation is about usage of project management knowledge areas in action. Hugo Waigand, PMP is a professional with a 30+ years of experience in Project Management in Information Technology and Software Development. He is also a professional pilot and volunteers his time for medical emergencies through “Angle Flight”. Daniel Harmuth, PMP is a technology professional with 20+ years of industry experience and holds a Master’s Degree in Information Technology and a Masters Certificate in Technology Project Management. He served in many different roles with his employment with various industry leaders like, EDS, PageNet, NexExpert and RadioShack Corporation. During his experience, he recognized that an organized approach, using a framework of procedures and processes will prevent the most of arising issues and will increase chances of a successful delivery. The influence of PMBOK enhanced his knowledge and strengthened his experience. Today, he applies his framework diligently at his work, both in developing software and piloting airplanes. In his presentation, he would show the similarities in custom software development and a flight journey, with their own unique environmental challenges, and still achieve successful delivery with small team. Please mark your calendars and join us on this wonderful topic. Registration Link: http://pmi-4c-2011-01-19.eventbrite.com He is currently employed as the Technology Services Manager at the Kern County Sheriff’s Department in California for the past eight years. And also, he is holding the rank of Lieutenant Colonel with twenty-four years service in the United States Army Reserves. His presentation demonstrates the use of Project Management Knowledge areas; Project Charters, Scope Statement and Control, WBS development, Resource estimation, Schedule development, and Management of Cost, Quality, Human Resources, Communications, Stakeholders, Risk and Procurement, during his deployment in Afghanistan. Please mark your calendars and join us on this wonderful topic. Registration Link: http://pmi-4c-2011-02-16.eventbrite.com If you want to learn more about the Bakersfield group and its activities, please contact us at: [email protected] . If you have a suggestion for a topic or discussion at the Bakersfield Group event, we want to hear from you. We will do our best to accommodate your request. PMI PDU Reporting Changes 6 By: Eric Marenoff, PDU Coordinator PMI has made improvements to the PDU reporting structure within the Continuing Certification Requirements (CCR) Program. For the past several years, PMP’s have been reporting their PDUs to PMI based upon PMI’s 18 possible reporting categories. Were you as confused as I was when reporting your PDUs that didn’t fall under the normal Category 3 credits? So to help ease the confusion, PMI has reduced the 18 possible reporting categories down to six based on feedback from a survey they performed (I won’t bore you with all the facts and figures, but trust me when I tell you that the feedback was overwhelmingly in favor of this change). I can hear the questions now. What does this mean to me and how will this affect me? Here is some information to answer your questions. What Are The Changes To The Program? Key changes to the program include: Simplification to the CCR category structure, reducing the number of categories from 18 to 6. Ensuring that all categories use the rule that one hour of learning activity is equivalent to one PDU. Expanding the categories to include Web 2.0 learning opportunities. Adding limits on certain categories to require that all credential holders pursue project management continuing education as part of maintaining their credential. It is also important to note what is not changing in the program: The three-year renewal cycle and number of PDUs required to maintain the credential will remain the same. The re-certification fee structure will remain the same. How Does This Affect Me and What Do I Need to Do? The PDU updated category structure implementation begins on 1 March 2011. Between now and 1 March 2011, PMI is requesting that credential holders register their existing PDUs in the CCR system under the current PDU categories. After 1 March 2011, credential holders will need to report PDUs using the new categories. Please note that you will not lose any PDUs during this transition. Please take a moment to go to the CCR Category Update page on PMI.org and read through the FAQs and the New PDU Category Structure and Policies document to learn about the new PDU categories and for more detailed information about this update. How can they cut the reporting categories by 67% and still be effective you are asking? Well check out the following information which explains how you will need to report your PDUs beginning in March 2011. And to give credit where credit is due, this information was provided by Cornelius Fichtner, PMP on PDU Insider. Education PDU Categories: Category A: Courses offered by PMI R.E.P.s or Chapters and Communities Category B: Continuing Education Category C: Self-Directed Learning Giving Back to the Profession PDU Categories: Category D: Creating new Project Management Knowledge Category E: Volunteer Service Category F: Working as a Professional in Project Management Even though PMI has reduced the number of categories/sub-categories from 18 down to 6, that doesn't mean that you have fewer opportunities to earn PDUs. When you compare the old to the new, you'll notice that all the current activities that will earn you PDUs are still allowed under the new categories. In fact, some new PDU activities have been added to the list (i.e. speaking as a guest in a podcast). The reduction from 18 down to just 6 categories means that it is now easier for us to remember how we can earn PDUs and it is easier for us to report them. But there are certainly no fewer opportunities for us to earn PDUs. Want to see how this works in motion? Here is a link to a YouTube video which shows you how to report your PDUs on the PMI CCRS website. And finally, here is a link to the PMP Credential Handbook (can you stand this much information?). You can find this information on pages 34-38 in the PMP handbook. (Note: if you are a PMI-SP, PMI-RMP or PgMP then you should read the appropriate CCRS section in that handbook). And finally, to put your minds at ease, your monthly dinner meeting PDUs will continue to be reported to PMI on your behalf. Yes, I can hear the collective sigh of relief. Still have questions? Send an email to [email protected] and we will get your questions answered as soon as possible. 7 PMP Examination Prep Course Want the latest information from the California Central Coast Chapter delivered via email? Join the PMI California Central Coast Chapter Mailing List by sending an email to http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001qie9IeSPzo4id8VQPcVwpg%3D%3D Just Moved? Interested in networking? Join us! Transfer your PMI component affiliation to the California Central Coast Chapter. You can transfer your membership to the California Central Coast Chapter by sending an email to [email protected] Earned some PDUs recently? Need to report them yourself? Visit the chapter web site http://www.pmi-4c.org, click on the FAQ button, and scroll down the page for detailed instructions on self-reporting PDUs you have earned. Note that you do not have to do this for PDUs earned at the chapter monthly dinner programs, since chapter volunteers handle this reporting as a convenience for the membership. 8 9 Upcoming Chapter Events DATE TIME TOPIC SPEAKER PDU LOCATION January 19 6 to 8 PM Small Team - Big Demands No Room for Failure Hugo Waigand 1 4900 California Ave, Tower B, Office 210 (Bakersfield) January 27 7 to 9 PM Innovation Without Reinvention Jason Scott 2 February 3 5:30 to 7:45 PM “Why does he do that?” Productivity secrets of Highly Effective Teams. Jason Womack 2 Goleta Public Library (Santa Barbara) February 10 12 to 1 PM Budgeting and Forecasting Brenda Harris 1 PG&E Energy Education Center, (San Luis Obispo) February 16 6 to 8 PM Project Management in Action in Afghanistan Dan Harmuth 1 4900 California Ave, Tower B, Office 210 (Bakersfield) February 24 7 to 9 PM Partnering for Project Success: Project Manager & Business Analyst Collaboration Jen Skrabak 2 March 3 12 to 1PM Preparation for Performance: Using Rituals to Create Public Speaking Success Lisa Braithwaite 1 March 10 12 to 1 PM Managing $176-Million - The Nacimiento Water Project John Hollenbeck 1 March 16 6 to 8 PM TBD TBD 1 March 24 7 to 9 PM April 7 6:30 to 7:30pm TBD TBD 2 April 14 12 to 1 PM TBD TBD 1 April 20 6 to 8 PM TBD TBD 1 April 28 7 to 9 PM TBD Todd Williams 2 May 5 12 to 1pm TBD TBD 1 Goleta Public Library (Santa Barbara) N/A 0 California Lutheran University (Thousand Oaks) Leading Teams in the Worst of Times: Lessons from Rebecca Anderson Shackleton's Failed Polar Expedition PMP Certification Exam Preparation Workshop May 7 to June 11 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Online registration Deadline May 6, 2011 2 Palm Garden Hotel (Thousand Oaks) Palm Garden Hotel (Thousand Oaks) Goleta Public Library (Santa Barbara) PG&E Energy Education Center, (San Luis Obispo) 4900 California Ave, Tower B, Office 210 (Bakersfield) Palm Garden Hotel (Thousand Oaks) Goleta Public Library (Santa Barbara) PG&E Energy Education Center, (San Luis Obispo) 4900 California Ave, Tower B, Office 210 (Bakersfield) Palm Garden Hotel (Thousand Oaks) May 12 12 to 1 PM TBD TBD 1 PG&E Energy Education Center, (San Luis Obispo) May 20 8:30AM to 4:30 PM Seminar: Value Add PM Techniques: Tools You Can Use To Make A Difference Lee Lambert 8 Las Posas Country Club Camarillo, CA (Thousand Oaks) June 2 6:30 to 7:30pm Statistical Process Control (SPC) PART II John Peca 2 Goleta Public Library (Santa Barbara) June 9 12 to 1 PM TBD TBD 1 PG&E Energy Education Center, (San Luis Obispo) Membership Update Total # of Members As Of Dec 2010: Members with PMP Certification: 559 380 Welcome New Members joined in Dec: 13 Congratulation to New PMPs: 8 Mr. Stephen Allan Sciallo, PMP Thomas C. Byrne, PMP Mr. John Duckgeischel Ms. Leora Fields Chapman Mr. Michael John Gibson Mr. Matthew Alan Guetschoff Ms. Esperanza R. Murdock, PMP Thuha Tran Phan, PMP Mr. David L. Mortenson, PMP Genine Chambers Mr. Scott K Mellon, P.E. Mr. Alan R Flaesgarten, PMP Ms. Jaye Hsia Mr. Stephen Allan Sciallo, PMP Ms. Gail Johnson, PMP Mr. Phil Henry, PMP David Russell Crenshaw, PMP Mr. Surendra Kulkarni, PMP Mr. James William LaVeck, II, PMP Ms. Shyan Lee, PMP Mr. Thomas Elson McCutcheon, PMP 10 Volunteers Needed 11 Why volunteer? Career development, resume building, satisfaction, and dedicated service to something that you’re passionate about – project management! Don’t forget that you also earn PDUs. Volunteers are recognized with a commemorative plaque at the Annual Membership Meeting each December. VP of Communications: 1) Newsletter Editor: This position rotates monthly. If you like being creative and assembling information for the monthly chapter newsletter this volunteer opportunity is for you. The newsletter is created using Microsoft Publisher and training is provided. 2) Newsletter Team Coordinator: We need a volunteer member to proactively lead a team of volunteers to deliver our monthly newsletter, in a fun and coordinated way. 3) Website Coordinator: This position will monitor web content and coordinate updates as needed with the owners. VP of Operations: 1) Recording Secretary: This position will serve as back-up or alternate for the current secretary for taking notes at the monthly Board meeting. 2) Facility Manager: The Facility Manager will report to the Director of Operations and will be responsible for handling the facility arrangements for the Chapter. That task will include reserving meeting room for monthly board meetings, monthly dinner meetings and for scheduled seminars and training classes. The reservations are done on quarterly and annual basis or adhoc, as needed. Work closer with the VP of Operations to handle special events. 3) Operation Manual Coordinator: The Operation Manual Coordinator will report to the VP of Operations and will be responsible for coordinating the tasks necessary to write the Chapter’s Policies and Procedures. That will include assigning tasks from the Ops Manual template to different groups/individual in the Chapter, as appropriate and make sure they are completing the task (return the policy & procedure) on a timely manager; collects issues and concerns related to the assigned tasks and escalate them to the VP of operation. 4) Operator Manual Editor: The Operation Manual Coordinator will report to the VP of Operations and will be responsible for editing all policies and procedures written by Chapter’s volunteers to ensure accuracy, proper grammar, standardized format and numbering. This volunteer will work closely with the VP of Operation on assembling the Ops Manual and defining the missing policies and/or procedures to ensure completion of the Ops Manual on time. If interested or want to know more about volunteering for California Central Cost Chapter, contact Scheilla Raffaelli at [email protected] or call 818-470-2991. NAME Steven Pickei Ella Anastasiu Robert Rosenfeld Debra Robinson Joseph Miller Munira Bhaijeewala Alma Redhead Asha Ramachandra Beverly Bruce Bradley Camp Carol Marquez Caroline Shahin Dana Thomas Delfina Akers Diana Aguirre Eric Marenoff Elizabeth Smith Jan Younger Jason Scott Jim Stoumpos Karina Gamble Narda Fargotstein Rebecca Maffei Robert Phillips Russ Florence Scheilla Raffaelli Scott Arnold Scott Olson Traci Huntley Vijee Thota David Horton Barbara Guarnieri David Moxness Greg Sinclair Harry Sloan Michael Guarnieri Naomi Serizawa Russ Mead Mark Coleman Susan Pittaway Brenda Harris Jayson O'Hare Kathryn O'Hare Melissa Lile Sonya Melendez Madhu Gogulapati Bruce Anderson Hugo Waigand Rick Lopez Sharon Edgar BR TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO TO SB SB SB SB SB SB SB SB SLO SLO SLO SLO SLO SLO SLO BFL BFL BFL BFL BFL Volunteer Staff VOLUNTEER POSITION President VP Operations VP Finance VP Programs & Professional Development VP Communications VP Membership Name Tag Plaque Coordinator Website Compliance Coordinator Seminar Coordinator Newsletter Editor/Publisher Finance - Cashier Newsletter Team Lead & Editor/Publisher PMP Work Shop Instructor & Coordinator Programs Director Operation Manual Coordinator PDU Coordinator Newsletter Editor Recording Secretary Advertising Coordinator Registration Desk - Back up Speaker Recruiter Programs - Information Management Cashier - Back up Web Support Membership Data Manager Recruiting & Volunteer Information Management Newsletter Writer Director Of Operations On-Line Registration Banker Director Assistant Director Admin Assistant Outreach Program Special Projects Entertainment Food Services Santa Barbara - Chair Director, Facilities & Training/PMP Opportunities Assistant Director Finance Event Administration & Membership/PDU Special Events Newsletter, Web Content & Back Up for Event Administration Back up Web Content and Newsletter Director Program Development Communications Operations Finance 12 Newsletter Credits 13 January Newsletter Credits Our monthly newsletter is the result of a concerted effort of a dedicated team of PMI—California Central Coast Chapter volunteers. Sincerest thanks to this months’ outstanding Newsletter Team: Newsletter Team Lead Caroline Shahin, PMP TO Meeting Write Ups Eric Marenoff SB Meeting Write Ups David Moxness, PMP Newsletter Editor Caroline Shahin, PMP Volunteer Opportunities & Staff Updates Scheilla Raffaelli, PMP Bakersfield and Kern County Meeting Write Ups Madhu Gogulapati Programs and Events Debra Robinson, PMP Delfina Akers, Narda Fargotstein, PMP Advertisements Jason Scott, PMP Tony Prince Website Administration Robert Phillips, PMP Membership Updates Russ Florence, PMP Munira Bhaijeewala, PMP SLO Meeting Write Ups Melissa Lile, PMP Sonya Melendez, PMP VP of Communications Joseph E. Miller, MA, LSSBB [email protected]