From the course: The Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Project Management

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Lessons learned and best practices

Lessons learned and best practices

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Lessons learned and best practices

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- Have you ever wondered how some companies keep getting better at what they do? A 2019 report by the Project Management Institute found that organizations that prioritize lessons learned are 30% more successful in their projects. Learning from the past propels you into a better future. Don't wait until the project ends. Keep a lessons log throughout. Amazon does this with its PR FAQ Method, writing a future press release, and a frequently asked questions document for each major initiative. To gather comprehensive insights involve everyone from your core team to the subcontractors. A study from Harvard Business Review demonstrated that diversified inputs led to a 20% higher rate of successful problem solving. Break lessons down into two categories, what worked well and what didn't. For instance, Microsoft learned the hard way with its Windows Vista release. Poor initial reviews and consumer feedback led them to compile lessons that were invaluable for the success of Windows 7 and…

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