Earned Value Management (EVM) and Agile Series for Project Managers

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This event qualifies for 14 PDU�s

This two day training workshop is offered by Power Seminars and KM Systems Group - a nationally acclaimed Earned Value Management expert. You can choose either a one day option or two full days. EVM is arguably one of the most important tools you will need to execute a project correctly so don’t miss out on this great opportunity.

Project Management Using Earned Value Management. This course is designed to give you a basic understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) and its relationship to Project Management. You will learn how to implement EVM and successfully transfer the new knowledge/skills to your job.

Agile Development and Earned Value Management for Government Programs. An overview of Agile and EVM fundamentals is presented as well as the benefits of combining these popular disciplines. In addition, we will provide a framework for planning, measuring performance, and forecasting for government programs using Agile and EVM.

Each seminar offers a carefully balanced combination of lecture, discussion and exercises in order to create an interactive and rewarding learning environment. Lunch in an upscale restaurant is included as an opportunity to network with other professionals on the course.

Speaker and Presenter Information

David M. Scott - Managing Director, KM Systems Group

Mr. Scott is a Managing Director at KM Systems Group. He has more than 25 years of experience with both government and commercial customers in the implementation of systems and processes to improve IT management processes. He is regarded for his knowledge of Project Portfolio Management, Capital Planning and Investment Control, Earned Value Management, and Business Process Improvement.

Mr. Scott has pioneered strategies and methodologies for applying EVM as a project controls tool for Agile development projects. He is responsible for ensuring that customers achieve significant, measurable results by implementing a performance based measurement system and utilizing the latest enabling software solutions to improve project and earned value management processes. He is also a contributing author of the ACT/IAC white paper on Government Acquisition for Agile Projects.

Mr. Scott participates in Government Accountability Office (GAO) expert sessions regarding project scheduling, cost management, and Agile best practices. He also supports several project management associations including PMI, NDIA PMSC; and more broadly ACT/IAC. Education: BBA from Loyola Marymount University.

Expected Number of Attendees

Relevant Government Agencies

Air Force, Army, Navy & Marine Corps, Intelligence Agencies, DOD & Military, Office of the President (includes OMB), Dept of Agriculture, Dept of Commerce, Dept of Education, Dept of Energy, Dept of Health & Human Services, Dept of Homeland Security, Dept of Housing & Urban Development, Dept of the Interior, Dept of Justice, Dept of Labor, Dept of State, Dept of Transportation, Dept of Treasury, Dept of Veterans Affairs, EPA, GSA, USPS, SSA, NASA, Other Federal Agencies, Judicial Branch Agencies, State Government, County Government, City Government, Municipal Government, CIA, FEMA, Office of Personnel Management, Coast Guard, National Institutes of Health, FAA, Census Bureau, USAID, National Guard Association, EEOC