KMSG Presenting at 28th Annual EVM World Conference on May 30 to June 1, 2012

As leaders in the Earned Value Management field, KM Systems Group is always trying to stay up to date with new project performance techniques and current topics from practicing professionals. The 28th Annual EVM World Conference is scheduled for the end of May in Naples, Florida. KMSG will participate in the conference with a featured speaker presenting on a hot topic. The presentation details are as follows:

EVM in an Agile Development Environment: How do I do it and what are the ‘Pros’ and ‘Cons’?
Agile is the software development management methodology that is increasing in usage in the Federal Government. OMB uses EVM as their tool to track performance metrics on government investment. Are these two approaches incompatible? In this presentation we explore:

• Agency Accountability and Transparency initiatives and OMB’s 25 Point IT Management Reform plan.
• Agile Project Management Advantages
• Typical project performance metrics which are tracked
• Advantages of developing and tracking EVM metrics for your Agile projects
• Approach to implementing EVM for Agile projects

Attracting EVM enthusiasts from across the country, this conference also provides the latest in software and consulting, with a concentration on Earned Value Management. The Conference Program highlights the following details:

• Update your skills with the latest earned value management (EVM) trends, tools, and techniques
• Learn through training, practice symposia, as well as workshops
• Earn15 PDUs (for PMPs)
• Network with earned value professionals from around the world

Registration is still open and includes a one year CPM Membership!

About KM Systems Group

KM Systems Group is a premier strategy and technology consulting firm providing business systems strategy, design, implementation, training and quality assurance services. Based in Arlington, Va., the company has built a reputation as the go-to leader in Earned Value Management (EVM) for capital investment and information technology programs of any size, large or small. KMSG also offers a range of Business Performance Improvement services to maximize organizational and operational effectiveness, align people, processes, and technology using process modeling, technology assessment, and change management strategies. Working with both government agencies, as well as private sector organizations, KMSG harnesses decades of experience to help its clients achieve and even surpass their goals.

Media Contacts

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