{"id":18779,"date":"2024-09-24T16:56:11","date_gmt":"2024-09-24T16:56:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/"},"modified":"2024-09-24T16:56:11","modified_gmt":"2024-09-24T16:56:11","slug":"optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/","title":{"rendered":"Optimizing Project and Product Management in the Finance Industry: Strategies for Success"},"content":{"rendered":"<style> @media(min-width:1728px) { .tytulek{font-size:45px!important;margin-right:auto!important;margin-left:auto!important;max-width: 1200px!important;} .sekcja-tekst { margin-left: 40px!important; margin-right: 40px!important;} .artykul{margin-bottom:120px!important; 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href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/#section1\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/#section1\"  style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.391), 19px);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;color:#0c3658\">Introduction<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-a1d2245b2c5f3c2fdcd09efd8e8043b3 wp-block-paragraph\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(1)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/#section2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/#section2\"  style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.391), 19px);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;color:#0c3658\">KanBo: When, Why and Where to deploy in Finance as a Project management tool<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-5eed3dd40936c36a710ec013b388d410 wp-block-paragraph\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(2)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/#section3\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/#section3\"  style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.391), 19px);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;color:#0c3658\">How to work with KanBo as a Project management tool in Finance<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-c10e8f49c89da815c5feeb1a40ebba5d wp-block-paragraph\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(3)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/#section4\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/industries\/finance\/optimizing-project-and-product-management-in-the-finance-industry-strategies-for-success\/#section4\"  style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.391), 19px);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;color:#0c3658\">Glossary and terms<\/a><\/p><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column kolumna-tekst is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section alignfull sekcja-tekst alignfull getwid-margin-top-none getwid-margin-bottom-none getwid-section-content-full-width\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper getwid-padding-top-none getwid-padding-bottom-none getwid-padding-left-none getwid-padding-right-none getwid-margin-left-none getwid-margin-right-none\" style=\"min-height:100vh\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fafafa\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\"><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading tytulek\" style=\"margin-bottom:40px;font-size:clamp(21.536px, 1.346rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 1.052), 35px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:-0.02em;line-height:1.2\">Optimizing Project and Product Management in the Finance Industry: Strategies for Success<\/h1><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section1\">Introduction<\/h2><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Introduction and Definition:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Project management in finance is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to finance-related project activities in order to meet the project requirements and achieve desirable returns on investments. It entails navigating financial constraints, optimizing the allocation of resources, and managing the intricacies of complex financial products, services, or systems with an emphasis on precision, compliance, and risk management. An effective project manager in the finance domain must thus blend financial expertise with classic project management principles.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Product Management Associates in the finance sector observe this synergy by aiding in the creation, implementation, and iteration of financial products. Their role involves understanding customer needs, market trends, and regulatory frameworks, and translating these into actionable, feature-focused project plans that deliver value while staying aligned with the company\u2019s strategic objectives.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Agile Business Analyst as a Catalyst:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">The Agile Business Analyst is critical to nurturing this bridge between strategic vision and actionable development. They delve deep into product features, extracting detailed requirements from high-level ideas, translating business objectives into tangible outcomes. As a mentor figure, an Agile Business Analyst offers a wealth of insight, drawn from a reservoir of experience that encompasses far more than the visible glamour of headline-making corporations.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">They understand that for many, work is a daily grind\u2014replete with its own challenges\u2014that transpires in the background of economic giants. In factories, remote offices, and in the subcontracted tiers of business, these employees, who are often family and friends, are the unsung heroes who uphold the critical operations of the larger economy. They are the real-world practitioners who balance traditional duties with emergent technologies and strategies.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Work as a Hyper-connected Web:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Modern work is a hyper-connected web that incorporates variability, speed, and an ever-broadening spectrum of knowledge and tasks. Whereas the past might have presented work as linear and compartmentalized, contemporary employees navigate an intricate meshwork that demands resourcefulness, adaptability, and technological savvy.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Changes in the Workplace:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Today, there is a palpable shift in the demographic of the workplace. The classic image of C-level managers with prestigious MBA degrees is being complemented\u2014and challenged\u2014by a new wave of employees. This emerging generation approaches work with a 'learn-as-you-go' ethos, is fearless in the face of disruptive change, and eager to integrate technologies like AI, IoT, and smart analytics into everyday processes.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">They approach project management not to reinvent the wheel, but rather to infuse it with insights born of real-world experiences. They value genuine connections, addressing real issues, and delivering pragmatic solutions. It's in this dynamic environment that diverse worlds converge, where expertise from various disciplines comes together to fulfill common goals.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Key Components of Project Management:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">1. Integration Management: Ensuring project components are cohesively coordinated.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">2. Scope Management: Defining and maintaining the project boundaries.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">3. Time Management: Delivering projects within established timelines.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">4. Cost Management: Budgeting and controlling costs to maximize project value.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">5. Quality Management: Maintaining a standard of excellence in project outputs.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">6. Resource Management: Optimizing human, physical, and financial resources.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">7. Communications Management: Effective information distribution among stakeholders.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">8. Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential threats to project success.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">9. Procurement Management: Acquiring essential goods and services from external sources.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">10. Stakeholder Management: Engaging and aligning all parties with vested interests.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Key Challenges and Considerations:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">1. Regulatory Compliance: In finance, adhering to regulatory standards is paramount.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">2. Risk Management: Financial projects inherently carry higher risks, requiring meticulous planning.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">3. Technological Integration: With the rapid pace of technological advancement, continuously incorporating new tech into projects is challenging.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">4. Change Management: The financial landscape is dynamic; managing constant change is essential.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Benefits of Project Management:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">1. Strategic Alignment: Ensures projects align with business objectives.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">2. Improved Efficiency: Establishes clear project trajectories to optimize resource use.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">3. Enhanced Customer Satisfaction: By delivering value through tailored financial products.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">4. Risk Mitigation: Provides a framework to proactively identify and manage project risks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">For the Product Management Associate, these competencies, challenges, and benefits shape their daily routine. By leveraging project management principles, they ensure that their contributions resonate not only within the fabric of their immediate company but also throughout the lattice of the economy\u2014a testament to the purposeful work behind the scene, enabling the advancement of financial services for all.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section2\">KanBo: When, Why and Where to deploy in Finance as a Project management tool<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">What is KanBo?<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">KanBo is a comprehensive work coordination platform designed to facilitate real-time visualization of work, task management, and seamless communication. It integrates with popular productivity tools like Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, and Office 365, and offers features like customizable workflows, card-based task management, and hierarchical organization of workspaces, folders, spaces, and cards.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why KanBo?<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">KanBo is chosen for its hybrid environment that supports both cloud and on-premises deployment, extensive customization options, and deep integration with Microsoft ecosystems. Its approach to sensitive data allows for a fine balance between data security and accessibility. The platform is designed to cater to various work styles and methodologies, fostering responsibility, autonomy, and mastery across the organization. With KanBo, team members have clarity on their roles and responsibilities, enabling them to focus on work rather than the process.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">When to Use KanBo?<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">KanBo should be leveraged when there's a need to streamline project management processes, enhance team collaboration, and improve the efficiency of task execution. The platform is ideal during the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure phases of project management, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned and the project objectives are met within the constraints of time, cost, and quality.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Where to Implement KanBo?<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">KanBo can be implemented across various departments and projects within a business. In the context of an insurance company, it can be employed to manage anything from daily operational tasks to complex projects like policy development, customer service improvement initiatives, claims processing optimization, regulatory compliance projects, and more.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Role of Product Management Associate in Project Management using KanBo:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">A Product Management Associate plays a pivotal role in project management by helping to define the project scope, identifying the needs of stakeholders, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring that the product development aligns with the business strategy. In this context, KanBo facilitates the Associate's role by providing a clear visual representation of project progress, enabling easy tracking of individual tasks, and allowing for collaboration with other team members. They can leverage KanBo's features to manage timelines, set dependencies, address issues and blockers, and utilize various chart views such as Gantt, Time, and Forecast Charts for planning and monitoring.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why Use KanBo in Finance as a Project Management Tool?<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">In the finance sector, project management tools need to handle complex, multi-layered projects that often involve strict compliance and confidentiality standards. KanBo's capability to accommodate sensitive data on-premises while offering cloud functionalities makes it a strong tool for financial project management. The versatility of KanBo allows for effective risk management, tracking financial objectives, budgeting, forecasting, and ensuring regulatory compliance. By employing KanBo, financial institutions can foster a culture of transparency and accountability, streamline workflow processes, and drive successful project outcomes even in the highly regulated finance industry.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section3\">How to work with KanBo as a Project management tool in Finance<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">As a Product Management Associate, using KanBo for project management can enhance your efficiency and productivity. Below are steps on how to effectively work with KanBo, along with each step's purpose and explanation:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 1. Set Up a New Workspace for Your Project<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To create a dedicated area for the project where all related activities and information will be centralized.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">How: On the KanBo dashboard, click on \u201cCreate New Workspace,\u201d name it after your project, and provide a description. Choose a workspace type that suits your privacy needs (Private, Public, or Org-wide). Assign roles like Owner, Member, or Visitor to your team.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: This provides a distinct, organized space where team members can collaborate, access project artifacts, and track progress without distractions from unrelated tasks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 2. Organize Your Workspace with Folders<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To categorize different aspects or phases of your project for better organization.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">How: In your workspace, use the \u201cAdd new folder\u201d option to create folders for your project themes or stages such as \"Design Phase,\" \"Development,\" \"Testing,\" etc.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Folders help maintain a structured and navigable workspace, making it easier to manage complex projects and separate workstreams within the project.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 3. Create Spaces for Specific Areas of Focus<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To represent various components or sub-projects within the overall project.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">How: Add Spaces within the appropriate folders, customizing each Space with workflows or information relevant to that component. For example, have a Space for \"User Research\" or \"Feature Development.\"<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Spaces function as micro-environments for detailed collaboration on project components. They allow teams to focus on specific tasks while keeping the big picture in sight.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 4. Add and Customize Cards for Tasks<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To break down project components into actionable tasks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">How: Within each Space, click \u201cAdd Card\u201d to create a new task. Fill in details such as descriptions, deadlines, responsible persons, and co-workers.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Cards are the building blocks of project activities. Customization allows for clear communication of expectations and responsibilities, ensuring accountability and tracking progress on granular levels.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 5. Monitor and Update Card Statuses<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To keep track of your project's progress and manage workflow efficiently.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">How: Update cards with statuses such as \u201cTo Do,\u201d \u201cIn Progress,\u201d and \u201cCompleted\u201d to reflect their current state. Use KanBo\u2019s drag-and-drop functionality for easy updates.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Active status management gives a real-time overview of the project's progress. It enables quick identification of bottlenecks and ensures timely completion of tasks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 6. Utilize Gantt Chart View for Timeline Management<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To visualize the project timeline and ensure timely delivery of milestones.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">How: Access the Gantt Chart view in your Space to review and adjust the timing of tasks. This view displays the start and end dates of tasks and shows dependencies between them.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: The Gantt Chart is a crucial tool for planning and tracking the project timeline. It helps prevent scheduling conflicts and ensures resources are effectively allocated over time.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 7. Conduct Regular Review Meetings using KanBo<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To align the team, address issues, and update stakeholders on the project's status.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">How: Organize meetings directly from KanBo by setting up calendar events and inviting team members. Use Space and Card details to structure the agenda.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Regular reviews allow for adaptation to project changes, facilitate clear communication, and maintain team focus on objectives. It helps in recognizing achievements and addressing challenges promptly.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 8. Manage Risks and Dependencies<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To proactively identify potential issues and plan for contingencies.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">How: Create cards for identified risks and link related cards using the \u201cCard relation\u201d feature. Utilize \u201cDate conflict\u201d and \u201cCard blocker\u201d features to highlight and address constraints.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Effective risk management minimizes the impact of uncertainties on the project. Understanding dependencies among tasks helps in re-prioritizing work when needed.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 9. Engage Stakeholders<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To keep stakeholders informed and involved in the project.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">How: Share project Spaces with stakeholders, send regular updates, or invite them to review specific Cards. Utilize the \u201cSend Email\u201d feature to reach out with important notifications.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Stakeholder engagement ensures their expectations are aligned with project progress. Their feedback can be critical for the project's success and ensures continued support.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">By following these steps in KanBo, as a Product Management Associate, you will facilitate efficient project management, enabling your team to focus on delivering results that align with strategic objectives and adding value to the organization.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section4\">Glossary and terms<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Introduction:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">A glossary is an alphabetical list of terms pertaining to a specific subject, accompanied by definitions. The purpose of a glossary is to provide clarity and ensure a common understanding of key concepts within a certain context. This glossary will focus on terms related to project management and KanBo, a digital platform used for managing work and enhancing collaboration within organizations.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Terms:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Workspace: A grouping of spaces within KanBo that relates to a specific project, team, or subject, which helps in organizing and controlling access to various collaborative areas.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Space: A collection of cards in KanBo that visually represents a workflow, allowing users to manage and track tasks effectively. Spaces can represent projects or specific focus areas for teams.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Card: The fundamental unit within KanBo that represents individual tasks or items that need tracking and management. Cards include details like notes, attachments, comments, due dates, and checklists.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Card Relation: The linkage between cards that establishes a dependency, outlining the order of tasks. Types include parent-child and sequential (next and previous) relationships.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Card Status: An indicator of the current phase of a card, such as \"To Do,\" \"In Progress,\" or \"Completed.\" Card statuses help to organize work and facilitate project monitoring.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Responsible Person: A designated user in charge of overseeing the execution of a card's tasks. While there can only be one responsible person per card, this role can be reassigned as needed.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Co-Worker: A team member who participates in completing the task represented by a card. Co-workers collaborate on card tasks alongside the Responsible Person.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Date Conflict: A scheduling issue that occurs when related cards have overlapping or conflicting start and due dates, potentially leading to prioritization challenges.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Card Issue: Any problem associated with a card that hinders its efficient management, typically highlighted by specific colors to draw attention to issues like timing conflicts or task blockers.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Card Blocker: An impediment that prevents a task card from progressing. Blockers can be local (affecting only one card), global (affecting multiple cards), or on-demand (added as needed), and help identify reasons for work delays.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Gantt Chart View: A space view in KanBo that displays time-bound cards on a timeline, enabling users to see the entire project schedule at a glance and plan tasks over the long term.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Time Chart View: A visualization in KanBo that tracks the duration taken to complete tasks, allowing teams to monitor key metrics like lead time and cycle time, and identify process bottlenecks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Forecast Chart View: A predictive tool in KanBo that uses historical data to visually represent progress on tasks and projects, assisting in forecasting future completion dates based on past performance.<\/p><div style=\"height:120px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column paskek-prawy spis is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:270px\"><div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-995f960e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-left:16px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":3005,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-18779","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"blocksy_meta":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - 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