In this article published by IBCG Horizontes, Ricardo Vargas explores how artificial intelligence reshapes decision-making within organizations, bringing to light both transformative opportunities and profound ethical risks. Using real-world examples—such as the use of AI at Itaú Unibanco and in Salesforce's executive meetings—he discusses governance challenges, the need to upskill board members, and possible paths toward this technology's ethical, inclusive, and responsible adoption—a compelling reflection on the human role in an increasingly automated future.
In this podcast, Ricardo explains the concept of delivery cadence, which defines how and when a project delivers products or services. He describes four types: single delivery (everything delivered at the end, rarely used today), multiple delivery (milestones with variable timing), periodic delivery (timeboxed intervals like sprints), and continuous delivery (common in digital projects, where updates are released as soon as they are ready).
In this podcast, Ricardo addresses a skeptical comment about AI's impact on project management, specifically questioning whether AI will diminish the role of project managers and PMI's responsibility in shutting down AI. Ricardo emphasizes that neither he nor his colleague Antonio are pushing an AI agenda for profit. Instead, they believe in AI's transformative potential and advocate for preparedness through education and training.
Ricardo Viana Vargas and Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez discuss leveraging AI and technology to effectively address all ESG components after the World Economic Forum (WEF) published a report on the progress made in encouraging private companies to adopt firm metrics on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, a week before the Davos 2024 summit.
Artificial emotional intelligence promises to revolutionise the way companies do business. With it, robots will be able to understand, react to and mimic human emotions. Ricardo Viana Vargas and André Barcaui discuss how the technology will affect healthcare, the workplace and personal relationships.
In this video, Ricardo shares tips for you to master the construction of the WBS for your project. A Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) is a tool used in project management to break down a project into smaller, manageable sections called work packages. It organizes and defines the total scope of the project by representing the work specified in the currently approved project scope statement.
Join Ricardo Vargas and Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez in a free-flow conversation about their breakthrough Harvard Business Review article "How AI Will Transform Project Management," published one year ago. In the conversation, Antonio and Ricardo will discuss trends, new technologies, and challenges project managers and organizations face to transform our work with technology.
Join Ricardo on a journey to understand how lack of conflict and group thinking could challenge our ability to make judgments and decisions. Ricardo's insights shed light on the challenges of collective choices, emphasizing the need for clear communication and strong leadership to avoid such missteps.
This time of the year is a perfect time to think about the future, and it is impossible to think about the future without being able to measure what you want to accomplish. In this video, Ricardo explains, in the simplest possible way, the concept of OKRs, or Objectives and Key Results. OKRs are vital to understand and measure what you want to accomplish with your project, your initiatives, and even in your personal life.
Join Ricardo Vargas and Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez in an exclusive webinar about their new Harvard Business Review Article: The Opportunities at the Intersection of AI, Sustainability, and Project Management. There are unprecedented opportunities at the intersection of AI, project management, and sustainability.
There are unprecedented opportunities at the intersection of AI, project management, and sustainability. Unfortunately, without proper execution, projects to implement AI come with complexities, costs and a carbon footprint that undermine sustainability goals. It is essential for project managers to learn to implement “green algorithms,” specialized AI constructs designed to both enhance operational efficiency and prioritize sustainability. A five-step framework of defining sustainability objectives, centralizing data, customizing algorithms, pilot testing, and full-scale implementation can guide project managers and leaders as they deploy green algorithms effectively.
Agile or Fragile Top 7 Scrum Mistakes with Ricardo Vargas … In this video, Ricardo addresses seven key mistakes people often make in Agile projects. These include not getting enough support from top management, choosing the wrong method for the project, and mixing up the roles of Scrum Master and Project Manager. He also talks about the problems of not using time limits, juggling too many tasks, and conflicts between team roles.
Join Ricardo Vargas and Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez in an open and dynamic Ask Us Anything AI-Driven Project Management Revolution Masterclass session dedicated to your burning questions about the upcoming masterclass, "AI-Driven Project Management Revolution." - Seek clarifications, delve deeper into the course content, or explore further what to expect from this transformative journey that begins on June 5th.
Join Ricardo Vargas and Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez in an exclusive webinar where they share the results of the groundbreaking survey exploring the adoption, challenges, and prospects of AI in project management across diverse industries and geographical regions. With almost 800 answers and participants from 93 countries, it is the largest survey ever done on this topic and the first global survey covering the new frontiers of Generative AI!
