S1.E11. Anara Asylbekova on Leading with Innovation: AI’s Role in Project Management

Dive into a captivating discussion with Anara Asylbekova, Vice President of Projects Portfolio and Innovations, as we explore the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence in project management. Anara, hailing from Kazakhstan and currently making her mark in the UAE, shares her extensive experience and insights on integrating AI into project portfolio management. This episode features a series of enlightening questions:

1. Why did you decide to contribute to a book writing challenge from The PMO Community?
2. What are some common misconceptions about AI in project portfolio management, and how do you address them?
3. How does AI in project portfolio management differ when applied in various global markets such as Kazakhstan or the UAE compared to the US or the EU?
4. Can you elaborate on how AI-driven tools can predict and mitigate risks in project portfolios?
5. Could you provide an example from your work where AI significantly enhanced the decision-making process within project portfolio management?
6. How do you envision the future of AI in project portfolio management, and what advice do you have for organizations looking to adopt these technologies?
7. Will AI replace Chief Project Officers?

Join us as Anara unpacks these topics, providing a roadmap for leveraging AI to enhance efficiency, predictability, and strategic alignment in project management.