June 04 2025 at 02:14AM
Smarter Work Through Innovative Project Management
On May 16th, 2025, the Professional Development Team hosted an inspiring seminar titled “Smarter Work Through Innovative Project Management” The event took place at Hogeschool Utrecht, bringing together a diverse group of professionals eager to explore modern approaches to managing projects more effectively and intelligently.
As the host, I opened the seminar by welcoming the participants and highlighting the importance of innovation in today’s rapidly evolving project environments. I emphasized how optimized processes and the integration of technologies like AI are becoming essential for project success. The seminar featured two powerful sessions delivered by expert speakers, each followed by a 15-minute interactive Q&A session that encouraged engagement and knowledge exchange.
Session 1 – Ugur Yesilyurt: Optimizing Business Processes for Effective Project Management
Ugur Yesikyurt kicked off the seminar with a dynamic session focused on streamlining business processes in project environments. He shared practical strategies for reducing risks, minimizing errors, and embracing agile principles to build high-performing and process optimization. The session provided participants with tools to create resilient workflows and take a structured yet flexible approach to project execution that supports long-term success.
Session 2 – Anna Yampolskaya: Reporting with AI
Anna Yampolskaya followed with an interesting presentation on the power of artificial intelligence in project reporting. She introduced tools like ChatGPT, AI, and intelligent integrations that can reduce manual work and improve decision-making. Through hands-on examples, Anna demonstrated how project managers can incorporate AI to simplify reporting, save time, and increase the overall efficiency and effectiveness of their project workflows.
Networking Moment
After the content-rich sessions, participants were invited to stay for an informal networking moment. Over drinks & sweets, they had the opportunity to reflect on the sessions, share experiences, and connect with fellow professionals. The networking time added great value, fostering collaboration and future knowledge exchange among attendees. Key Benefits for Participants:
- Insight into process improvement and agile project structures
- Practical tools to optimize workflows and manage risks
- Clear understanding of AI tools for smarter reporting
- Immediate takeaways for use in daily project work
- Valuable networking with peers and professionals in the field
- Inspiration to modernize and elevate project practices
The seminar was well-received and provided participants with both strategic insights and actionable solutions. It reinforced the idea that embracing change and innovation is essential for any project professional aiming to stay ahead in today’s complex work environment.
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