Insights

Insights on AI, Project Management and Digital Transformation

Articles, presentations, books and media from K-PIC Systems and Kristian Bainey, gathered in one place.

Writing

Articles

Artificial Intelligence · ChatGPT · Leadership
The Real Difference Between ChatGPT and ChatGPT Work
How the consumer version of ChatGPT differs from the workplace edition, and why the distinction matters for organizations.
Artificial Intelligence · ChatGPT · Leadership
How to Instantly Design Executive Grade Infographics Using ChatGPT Infographic Pro
A practical walkthrough of producing clear executive level infographics with generative AI support.
Artificial Intelligence · Education
Why Creating a GPT Model from Scratch on a Typical Store Bought Computer Is Not Feasible
An explanation of the compute, data and engineering requirements that make home training of large language models impractical.
Artificial Intelligence · Digital Transformation · AI Agents
Leveraging AI: A Tailor Made Chatbot Approach for Your Business Operations
How organizations can design conversational AI around specific operational needs instead of generic deployments.
Project Management · Leadership
Predictive or Agile Approach for Project Development
A decision framework for choosing between predictive, agile and hybrid delivery approaches.
Business Analysis · Project Management
Approach to Requirements Elicitation
Practical techniques for gathering, confirming and documenting requirements with stakeholders.

Video

NorQuest College

A convocation address to the NorQuest College Class of 2025 on learning, adaptability and technology.

Project Management Institute

A Projectified podcast conversation on applying generative AI tools to everyday project management work.

A presentation on using ChatGPT to support planning, communication and documentation across project work.

Books

AI Driven Project Management
Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT to Achieve Peak Productivity and Success
A practical guide to applying artificial intelligence and ChatGPT across predictive, agile and hybrid project environments.
AI Driven Project Management details
PMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide
2026 Exam Update, Eleventh Edition
A comprehensive PMP exam study guide aligned with the 2026 PMP Examination Content Outline and PMBOK Guide Eighth Edition.
PMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide details
The PMBOK v8 Application Playbook
A practical operating model for applying mindset, principles, performance domains, and focus areas to real world project delivery decisions
A practical operating model for applying PMBOK Guide Eighth Edition mindset, principles, performance domains, and focus areas to real world project delivery decisions.
The PMBOK v8 Application Playbook details

Press

CBC Edmonton AM
CBC Edmonton AM: Is Artificial Intelligence Coming for the Job?
A radio interview on Edmonton AM discussing how artificial intelligence is affecting employment, which roles are most exposed and what workers can do to stay adaptable.
Listen on CBC
Edmonton Journal and Edmonton Sun
Edmonton Journal and Edmonton Sun Coverage on AI and Human Skills
Local newspaper coverage featuring commentary on artificial intelligence, employment, education and the human skills that remain valuable as automation expands. Direct article links will be added once the archived URLs are confirmed.
Project Management Institute
PMI Projectified Podcast Appearance
A guest appearance on PMI's Projectified podcast covering practical use of generative AI tools across project delivery work.
Listen on PMI
NorQuest College
NorQuest College Honorary Diploma Recognition
NorQuest College announced Kristian Bainey among its 2025 honorary diploma recipients, and he later addressed the Class of 2025 at convocation.
Read the NorQuest announcement