The IIL Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

The Project Management Office (PMO) is no exception. In this article, we will explore the rise of the AI-powered PMO and provide actionable strategies for project managers to thrive in an AI-augmented environment. Here is a foundational Generative AI PMO Template, along with guidance on how to customize and use it effectively.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 10, 2023

It sounds simple – we all know we should do it, but it’s hard to know where to start for a new PMO. It covers the whole lifecycle from finding ideas for projects, through the prioritization process and planning for the most productive organization possible. He recommends being pragmatic with monitoring.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 14, 2024

Just like a project plan , the RAG status tolerance is a moving target and not set in stone. There’s a project summary with key accomplishments, completed and planned work, milestones, deliverables and action items. The section on the project health goes over budget, schedule, quality and scope. They are as follows.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 23, 2024

When you’re a PMP, program manager or portfolio manager, you need to deliver all those multiple projects on time and within budget. On the other hand, if an organization has underdeveloped management, the more likely that its projects will have trouble meeting deadlines and staying on budget.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

Your project management plan is more than just a schedule of work. Although I am guilty of using ‘plan’ and ‘Gantt chart’ interchangeably. A project management plan is a document that sets out how you are going to do what you’re going to do. So what does go in the project management plan ? Be pragmatic though.

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WorkOtter

JUNE 1, 2023

If your business gets big enough, you might need a whole project management office (PMO). That’s why it’s important to learn about setting up a PMO. It’s like a central hub that helps make sure projects are done right, on time, and within budget. Read on to learn more about PMOs. What Exactly is a PMO?

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Planview

MAY 9, 2023

In anticipation of International PMO Day, we began curating the stories for this PMO case study roundup several weeks ago. The PMO has a long history of driving significant benefits for the business. Partnering with Planview, Cognizant created a multidisciplinary team to build and implement the enterprise PMO roadmap.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

Project managers plan, budget, monitor and report on the project with project management tools , sometimes pitching the idea of the project or being assigned to it once it’s already been approved. Project Planning. Monitoring Progress. What Does a Project Manager Do? Project Manager Responsibilities & Duties.

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MPUG

MARCH 30, 2020

PMI describes the Project Management Office (PMO) as a strategic driver for organizational excellence. The PMO seeks to enhance the practices of execution management, organizational governance, and strategic change leadership. After two years, the PMO most likely dissolves. After two years, the PMO most likely dissolves.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

MAY 16, 2023

Once your PMO is up and running, operationalizing and doing continuous improvement (CI) go hand-in-hand. Sometimes CI may lead to changes to the PMO’s operations, but you’re only making more efficient something you’re already doing. Here are some aspects of operationalizing your PMO. PMO-Specific Reports.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 14, 2024

39% of project managers say there are plans to deploy AI tools in their organizations. 21% of business leaders say deployment of AI tools is not in their current plans. 25% of PMO directors say that AI has disrupted their PMO ( Capgemini ) – and I’m sure that number will only continue to rise.

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Project Risk Coach

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

If you have a PMO, see if they have a risk management template. Warning – do not use the same plan for every project. Work with your team to right-size your risk management plan. The risk management plan should be commensurate with the size and complexity of your project. What metrics will be monitored?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 18, 2021

The 9 types of artifacts are: Strategy Logs and registers Plans Hierarchy charts Baselines Visual data and information Reports Agreements and contracts Other – a bucket category for anything else. The third category of project artifact relates to the different types of plans produced. Let’s look at each of those in more detail.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 1, 2023

It is made up of three elements: Quality planning Quality control Quality assurance. Let’s start with quality planning, because that’s where we start on a real project: planning how we are going to get a quality result. So while we plan for it, the goal is to make it part of everything we do, built into the work as we go.

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Planview

OCTOBER 10, 2021

A robust and realistic project management communication plan is essential for project success. This informative and easy-to-read article looks at basic concepts of a project management communication plan, and provides examples, strategies and best practices. What is a Communication Management Plan?

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 20, 2023

Here’s the list: Strategy Logs and registers Plans Hierarchy charts Baselines Visual data and information Reports Agreements and contracts Other – a bucket category for anything else. Plans The third category of project artifact relates to the different types of plans produced. Let’s look at each of those in more detail.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 13, 2022

You need to strategize and plan your resource allocation to ensure that every project has what it needs when it needs it. Portfolio management teams learn about enterprise strategy and how to execute that strategy by allocating the budget. Use Continuous, Adaptive Planning with Roadmaps. Plans aren’t chiseled in stone.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 24, 2020

But who is going to execute that plan and turn the abstract into the practical? They tend to monitor the budget and hold the purse strings of the project. They plan it, develop a schedule, assemble a project team and manage their workload throughout the project’s life cycle. Project Management Office (PMO).

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EasyProjects

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

The project management office (PMO) is typically an operating unit of a professional services firm. The writer worked for an extended period in two firms that may broaden the concept of the PMO. The writer worked for an extended period in two firms that may broaden the concept of the PMO. Introduction. Was it project-based?

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 6, 2023

This can be either by adding efficiency to the company’s operations or aligning with its strategic plan. It views a project through the lens of how it connects to the overall strategic plan of the company. A strategic project is connected to a company’s larger strategic plan. Not necessarily.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 25, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are there projects missing deadlines, going over budget, or failing to meet expectations within your organization? A Project Management Office (PMO) isn't just about oversight; it's about empowering your projects to deliver real value. Discover how a PMO can be a game-changer for your organization.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 10, 2017

Your project management plan is more than just a schedule of work. Although I am guilty of using ‘plan’ and ‘Gantt chart’ interchangeably. So what does go in the project management plan? Below you’ll find 20 things that make up a comprehensive project management plan. PM Plan: Only include what you need.

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LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

This software isn’t just critical for enterprise organizations, but any company that manages shared resources and has complex projects with succession planning components. Project management is a process used to plan, organize and execute a task, event or project. What is Project Portfolio Management? Portfolio Balancing.

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MPUG

MARCH 13, 2022

But only through a robust project management plan can companies perform better, accomplish goals faster, and be more efficient. Poor project planning, unorganized portfolio directories, and inefficient resource management are some of the shortfalls of each new report. A Project Plan. Wait a minute. A Project Brief.

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Wrike

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

As work commences, PMOs must monitor and mitigate risks before they knock projects off course. Similar to football, where a quarterback is only as good as his receivers, the same analogy applies to PMOs — you’re only as effective as the tools at your disposal. Wrike features that PMOs can use immediately.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 10, 2017

Your project management plan is more than just a schedule of work. Although I am guilty of using ‘plan’ and ‘Gantt chart’ interchangeably. So what does go in the project management plan? Below you’ll find 20 things that make up a comprehensive project management plan. PM Plan: Only include what you need.

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Planview

APRIL 15, 2020

Urgency to switch to digital business is just one way organizations are responding to current disruptions, highlighting the need for dynamic planning. As executives consider changing priorities and reducing or reallocating budgets, enterprise portfolio or program management offices (EPMOs) are in the right position to take center stage.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

AUGUST 6, 2022

Have as many layers as fits within your PMO methodology. While the Project Board are unlikely to want to go through the project plan in detail, make sure that you have access to your schedule during the meeting so that you can call up any task and provide a detailed update as required. Budget position. Here’s what to include.

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Resource Guru

MARCH 21, 2023

The team will include roles needed for project planning, development, and implementation. Each member of the team has a unique set of skills and responsibilities that contribute to the success of the project —ultimately, completing the project on schedule and on budget. On a small project, the manager might oversee each team member.

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Wrike

OCTOBER 18, 2022

In this article, we’ll tackle this very topic from the perspective of IT PMO and how it can shape work both inside and outside of the IT department. Let’s take it from the top: The IT PMO As established with our overview of the IT PMO , some of the key elements of the PMO include governance, intake, allocation, collaboration, and reporting.

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Project Pulse Journal

MAY 18, 2024

By: Hajime Estanislao, PMP, CSM Are you struggling to keep your complex projects on track, within budget, and up to the desired quality standards? Project management technology encompasses tools and methodologies designed to help managers plan, execute, and monitor projects effectively.

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Online PM Courses

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

So for a formal project, you’ll need a good Scope Management Plan. But a Scope Management Plan is a tiny part of project management. Why a Scope Management Plan is Important. And another common source of failure is an inability to control your scope, leading to scope creep and over-runs in both schedule and budget.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 26, 2024

This approach leverages technology and online tools to manage aspects of a project - from initiation through planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Improved Resource Management - Digital tools allow for more precise tracking and allocation of resources, ensuring that projects are completed within budget and on time.

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Project Risk Coach

JANUARY 30, 2017

Second, the Fitbit syncs to my iPhone Fitbit app where I can monitor trends. How do projects fall below budget?” Let’s look for ways to monitor and control our cost more intentionally. Day by day, step by step, the team will likely drift from the project’s planned value. This alone keeps me motivated. Click To Tweet.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Baseline An original plan for measuring performance and tracking changes. Capacity Planning To identify the number of resources (e.g., hours, personnel needed, and/or tasks) to ensure that a project can be completed on time and within budget. identify items such as benefits and costs). effectively and efficiently.

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WorkOtter

JULY 26, 2023

After all, if you’ve ever worked on a project, you know how important it is to have a plan. We’ll cover everything from defining your project’s goals and scope to assigning tasks and monitoring progress. That makes it pretty hard to manage or even understand an efficient project management workflow.

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Planio

OCTOBER 23, 2023

If the bricks are in high demand, the manufacturer might raise the price, causing you to exceed your budget. Talking of cost, when you’re allocating resources, you need to make sure you’re managing your budget too. Or, if your project budget is suddenly reduced, you may need to cut back on resources by consolidating your scope.

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