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Thomas Walenta

Global Expert in Project Economy Non-Executive Director

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Thomas Walenta has worked on projects, programs, and PMOs since 1974 and se-lected Project Management as his profession in 1988. He holds PMP and PgMP certifications. Thomas worked for IBM clients in diverse industries and geographies for 31 years. In parallel, he served as a volunteer since 1998, as PMI Chapter President, and as PMI Board Director. He received the PMI Fellow award in 2012.

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    Nupur parashar 7 weeks ago

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    Cloud Go-Live Manager at Guidewire Software,24 Feb 2026 at 10:17 am

    Hi, I gave exam last week on tuesday for IPM AI. Still haven’t received result/ certificate or any update. Does anyone know how long it takes?

    Thank you

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      Aulia
      Community Development Manager at IPM,24 Feb 2026 at 03:04 pm

      Hi Nupur, thank you for checking.
      Results are typically released within about 10 days after the exam. The good news is that they’re ready and scheduled to be shared today, so you should receive an update shortly.

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    • Discover how chaos theory applies to project management and how it helps leaders manage uncertainty in complex projects.Read moreResouces Feed Grid ImageLessons from Chaos Theory: Managing Uncertainty in Complex Projects instituteprojectmanagement.com

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        Managing Director at Fovea,27 Feb 2026 at 02:59 pm

        Thanks for sharing, looking forward to reading it!

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      • Ramadan is a time for reflection, discipline and purposeful growth.

        As we observe this meaningful month, may it bring renewed clarity, thoughtful leadership and steady progress, both personally and professionally.

        Wishing everyone observing Ramadan peace, balance and continued success.

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      • Discover how empathetic GEMBA walks strengthen quality culture, boost engagement, and drive sustainable, people-led continuous improvement.Read moreResouces Feed Grid ImageThe Human Lens of Quality: GEMBA Walks & Continuous Improvement  instituteprojectmanagement.com

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      • Why do some teams thrive while others simply get by—even when they’re equally skilled?

        Frederick Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory explains that to truly motivate a team, you must go beyond fixing what’s broken. While hygiene factors like job security and working conditions prevent dissatisfaction, motivators—such as growth opportunities and recognition—drive long-term engagement and performance.

        In project environments where pressure is high and timelines are tight, understanding this distinction is crucial. It helps leaders build not just functional teams, but inspired ones.

        Strengthen your leadership impact now: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/courses/project-leadership-management-diploma/?utm_source=ipm+hub&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=herzberg_20feb2026

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        Eugene De Wee 8 weeks ago

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        PMO Executive at Independent Consultant – PMO, Programme & Project Delivery,18 Feb 2026 at 11:46 am

        Delivery is easy to measure however value is not.

        Most PMO portfolios proudly report on:

        % on-time
        % on-budget
        Milestones achieved

        But here’s the real question i’m interested in:

        How much of your PMO portfolio is benefits-tracked 6–12 months after go-live?

        Not forecasted.
        Not estimated.
        Actually measured.

        In an AI-enabled world where reporting is automated, the differentiator won’t be better dashboards, it will be better value governance.

        Curious to hear from this community:

        Who owns benefits realisation in your organisation…….Business, Finance, IT, or the PMO?

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        Jijitha George 8 weeks ago

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        PMO Lead - Finance & Project Operations at Blackwell Energy,18 Feb 2026 at 11:06 am

        One thing I’ve learned in project environments is that success isn’t only about delivering on time and within budget, it’s about delivering value.

        Clear governance, strong stakeholder engagement, and proactive risk management often make the difference between a project that simply “finishes” and one that truly achieves its intended benefits.

        In complex environments, alignment and communication are just as critical as technical execution.

        What do you think is the most underestimated factor in project success?From Frameworks to Follow-Through: The Leadership Gap in Process Adoption

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      • A project management framework consists of the processes, tasks, and tools used to take a project from start to finish. It encompasses all the key components required for planning, managing, and governing projects. Gain comprehensive insights: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/blog/?utm_source=ipm+hub&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=pm+framework_18feb2026

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          PMO Lead - Finance & Project Operations at Blackwell Energy,18 Feb 2026 at 11:08 am

          Another key component is the TEAM

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          Kellie Caulder 8 weeks ago

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          Offshore Resource Coordinator at Ordtek Ltd,17 Feb 2026 at 02:44 pm

          Hi Everyone – I have just started my MSc in Project Management and about to start my first assessment, which is a project initiation document. I will be using a project I am actually about to start at work.

          I work in the supply chain in renewable energy and manage the resourcing for wind farm surveys.

          I am really looking forward to getting stuck in and welcome any advice.

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            Aulia
            Community Development Manager at IPM,18 Feb 2026 at 02:30 pm

            Hi Kellie, that sounds like an exciting moment – beginning your MSc and applying it directly to your work is such a strong approach. Renewable energy supply chains are a fascinating space. Hopefully some of our members who’ve recently worked on project initiation documents can share tips or experiences here too.

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          • How do you think this will impact the project management field?

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              PMO Executive at Independent Consultant – PMO, Programme & Project Delivery,17 Feb 2026 at 04:10 pm

              What stands out for me is how human these “core skills” are.

              Creative thinking.
              Leadership.
              Curiosity.
              Empathy.

              AI will get faster at execution.
              But it won’t replace judgment under uncertainty, stakeholder alignment, or ethical trade-offs.

              For project management, this means the bar rises.
              PMs who rely purely on process is going to struggle.
              PMs who combine systems thinking with influence and commercial acumen is going to thrive.

              This shows that the profession isn’t shrinking t’s actually maturing.

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