Simplifying the Project Lifecycle

Through the use of mind mapping technology and techniques

Presented by Brandon Conrad

August 18, 2022 - 12pm - 1:15pm

Overview

Tired of sticky notes and whiteboard sessions? Mind Mapping is used in requirements gathering sessions and the construction of the WBS.  Mind mapping has traditionally been presented as a tool for planning and organization, an effective way to develop, organize, and present multiple facets of the project plan.  Primarily used for the construction of the WBS, advanced uses of this technique also simplify the complex process of communicating the project plan. When Mind Mapping is coupled with technology it simplifies the process and enhances communication.  During this presentation, I will explain the mind mapping theory and how that theory can be applied to BAs and PMs.  I will also demonstrate best practice techniques in mind mapping and how it relates to technology.

Learning objectives:

• Simplify the process of communicating the project plan.
• Learn the mind mapping theory and how that theory can be applied.
• Learn how to simplify the project life cycle.

Speaker bio:

Brandon Conrad is from MatchWare Inc. Brandon has a degree in Economics and Psychology from the University of Kansas. Brandon has worked for MatchWare since 2005 as a product manager. In his time there he has focused on mind mapping software and how it relates to project management. Brandon has written articles and given presentations to multiple project management groups in the US and Europe about using mind mapping in project management. His articles have been published in multiple PMI publications. His presentations have been with various PMI chapters and at the PMI Global Congress in 2009. You might recognize his presentation - Evolution of the pre-historic sticky note.

Date:    August 18, 2022

Time:    12pm-1:15pm

Cost:     $5 member, $10 non-members

PDU:      1 Business Acumen PDU

Where: Zoom

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