White Paper

Thriving on the Edge of Chaos: A Holistic Approach to Organizational Cyber Resilience By DVMS Institute Abstract Protecting Organizational Digital Business Performance, Resilience, and Trust. DVMS Institute’s Mission is to teach organizations of any size, scale, or complexity how to protect the value and resiliency of their digital business ecosystem. The Institute’s Vision is to […]

Accelerating AI Adoption: A 4-Step Approach for Organizations By Dr. Leon Herszon, Ph.D. Abstract In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just an advantage but a necessity for organizations aiming to remain competitive. This white paper presents IIL Consulting’s structured, four-step approach to accelerating AI adoption. A follow-up

The Grateful Leadership Revolution: Transforming Corporations and Government through the Power of Acknowledgment, Gratitude and Appreciation By Judith W. Umlas Abstract In today’s rapidly changing business and government landscapes, leaders face extraordinary challenges — ranging from employee disengagement and economic uncertainty to remote work dynamics and cultural shifts. Grateful Leadership™, with its focus on acknowledgment,

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Project Management: A Survey By Dr. Elissa Farrow, Ph.D. & Dr. Leon Herszon, Ph.D. Abstract The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into project management is revolutionizing traditional practices, bringing about profound changes in how projects are planned, executed, and monitored. AI’s impact on project management is multifaceted, influencing everything

From Good to Great: How to Enhance Your Leadership and Transform Teams in Complex Projects By Andrew Prior, MBA, Executive Coach ICF and EMCC, and Dr. Leon Herszon, PhD, PMP®, CSM®, CSPO®, DASSM Abstract In today’s complex and rapidly evolving world, the demands on project managers have intensified. It is no longer sufficient for them

The Future of Staff Engagement – 2040 By Dr. Elissa Farrow Abstract With technological advancements, societal shifts, and evolving workplace dynamics, how we engage with employees in many of our service delivery contexts will be revolutionized in many industries. In this white paper, we explore ten futuristic strategies of engaging staff we might see emerge

Superhuman: How to Create the Next Generation of Project Management Superheroes with AI By Jorgelina Bross-Puglisi Abstract In today’s fast-paced business environment, effective project management is crucial for success. Traditional project management methods are becoming increasingly inadequate to handle the complexities and dynamism of modern projects. The arrival of Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers a transformative

Agile Adoption and the Benefits of Agile Transformation By Roy Schilling Abstract Agile transformations can be expensive – very expensive – and will cause significant disruption to an organization. So, you have to ask, why would companies want to do this? While there are many benefits to going to Agile, organizations often choose the wrong

Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Agile Project Management By Dr. Leon Herszon, Ph.D. Abstract This White Paper provides an overview into how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping agile project management. As AI technologies mature, they offer tools for enhancing decision-making processes, automating routine tasks, and personalizing stakeholder interactions. This fusion of AI with agile methodologies not only

Influencing Without Authority in Project Management By James G. Trela, PMP, MBA, MS-IST, GLCP-L1 Abstract Anyone that has taken on the role as a project manager, either officially or not, knows the feeling. We are handed a project to deliver that has stakeholders from different organizations, as well as we depend on other organizations for