Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 25, 2024

A Project Management Office (PMO) isn't just about oversight; it's about empowering your projects to deliver real value. A well-implemented PMO can transform your project delivery process , ensuring that every project is set up for success from the start. Discover how a PMO can be a game-changer for your organization.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

APRIL 11, 2023

My favorite is the PMO assessment. Whether considering standing up a new PMO or revamping an existing, doing an assessment is a key initial step to setting one up. Though there are PMO maturity models, which are all good, I don’t like to talk about those right away. Yeah, I talk about this a lot when discussing PMOs.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

OCTOBER 1, 2023

They might also advise the project manager on how best to do particular project management techniques like communication management , risk management , quality management and change management. They would help and advise around internal policies to ensure the project is compliant.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

JUNE 1, 2020

I recently asked an executive where their organisation would be in 2 years’ time. All we need to do now is execute that strategy! Presumably, it will just happen now that senior management have expressed the strategic direction? Presumably, it will just happen now that senior management have expressed the strategic direction?

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International Institute for Learning

JANUARY 25, 2023

How do we know PMOs are in poor health?  Check out the latest stats from the 2022 Research Report from The PMO Squad: Only 43% of PMOs would rate themselves as successful,  78% don’t have a process in place to measure PMO Value, and  Only 59% measure executive leader satisfaction.  Don’t be a statistic.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 12, 2022

Project governance is an important part of project management processes – even if it’s not the most exciting part of getting work done. As a project manager, part of your role is shepherding the work through the project lifecycle. The gate process also has other benefits for everyone involved: Shorter planning horizon.

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The Strategic Project Manager

OCTOBER 15, 2021

The Blue Ocean Strategy framework is unique in that it incorporates execution into the strategy. They separately require strong execution, which usually takes strong project management. One of the ways that Blue Ocean Strategy incorporates execution is through its approach to leadership. The Blue Ocean Leadership Process.

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Planview

DECEMBER 13, 2019

A healthcare PMO today must have a strong constitution. Not only are they faced with challenges unique to healthcare, PMOs are also going through the trends mentioned in our recent post, “ Conquer Your Business Transformation.” It’s an exciting time as we go through the portfolio process.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

APRIL 18, 2019

In a new report from Strategy Execution, 86% of organisations which are delivering change through programmes and projects struggle to prioritise work streams and resources. There are further stats; 45% lack change management skills; 29% have poorly resourced initiatives; 27% lack project management skills.

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Planview

OCTOBER 7, 2020

How w e ll your Proj e ct Manag e m e nt Offic e (PMO) or E nt e rpris e PMO (E PMO ) functions is conting e nt on two things: th e minds e t of e ach of your e mploy e e s and e stablishing a strat e gic top-down proj e ct portfolio cultur e.   There was a lot to do, that we didn’t even know about yet.

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Project-Management.pm

MARCH 5, 2017

New project mean managing more people, tools, resources, and implementing more successful processes. Why is there a need for establishing a PMO ? One of the key advantages of establishing a PMO is it provides a standard structure using standard approaches while being paralleled to the organization’s system and objectives.

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Project-Management.pm

MARCH 25, 2017

It’s safe to say that Project Management Office ( PMO ) has numerous advantages and the results it impacts to the organization have been effective and helpful. Every existing organization around the globe are swearing by PMO. Over the years PMO profitability seems non-existent. However, it has its downsides.

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Traxidy

JULY 13, 2022

Your Project Change Management Should Never be a Surprise. You’re on a tight project schedule and you’ve been managing multiple unplanned work activities to keep your project on track as planned. Ultimately, the situation leaves you with no alternative but to request a change. By: Steve McBroom, CEO, Traxidy.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2023

The extension of self-care is caring for others, also crucial for project management and change management. Connecting with people, collaborating, partnering, so you can inspire enthusiasm, overcome resistance, and help make change happen. It’s how we can help people and organisations adapt in fast-changing times.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 20, 2020

The Technical Project Management Conference . This project management conference covers topics such as the project management framework and its terminology, process groups and the nine knowledge areas of the PMBOK. The conference serves developers, team leads, architects and project managers. PMO Symposium.

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Wrike

AUGUST 22, 2018

Whether or not you’re a project manager by title, one acronym you’re sure to hear more often is PMO. What is PMO?” PMO stands for “project management office.” Project management offices have exploded in popularity over the last decade. Definition of PMO. Who Needs a PMO? Who Staffs the PMO?

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

JANUARY 26, 2024

Over the past year I’ve written considerably about PMOs, from setting them up to keeping the lights on to sound operational processes. Hell, Throughout the process, I found two common, though sometimes contrasting, themes.  The other change that occurs is related to the projects and outcomes the PMO delivers. 

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Wrike

JUNE 11, 2023

Change management is a critical aspect of any successful project. By effectively managing change, organizations can minimize disruption, build stakeholder support, and achieve project objectives. One of the key factors in successful change management is clear and consistent communication.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

In this article, we share six reasons why strategy execution might go wrong and how you can address them. First, strategic execution can fail because the work the business is doing does not take it closer to the strategy. If you’ve got the alignment right, then failure to execute is the next biggest challenge. Let’s move on!

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Change management is one of the most challenging components of a project’s success, but having acceptance for the changes a project brings will help realise the benefits of the project. Resistance to Change. If there is still resistance, alternative ways of approaching the change initiative are needed.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

The project manager is the bridge between upper management, stakeholders and the teams tasked with the actual execution of the project. They make sure the project plan is sound, report regularly on its progress and monitor it to ensure that its execution stays within the approved budget and schedule. > Competencies .

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

Think: Executive Summary. Execution strategy. Talk briefly about your approach to delivery, what project life cycle you are going to follow, and the project planning process. If your company has a standard risk management process, refer to that here. This is a short statement saying what you are doing.

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Planview

APRIL 6, 2022

It can transform the way organizations plan and execute projects. For all the time and resources organizations invest in new software, they often experience a similar challenge ­­­– a resistance to change from within. You’ll learn three best practices to improve the success of your change management journey.

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Planview

MAY 26, 2023

In this post, you’ll jump back into the story of a large biotech company undergoing transformation the intelligent way – by leveraging the principles of organizational change management. Put another way, it means they attended, with clear intention, to “the people side of change.”

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 15, 2022

It doesn’t always pay to be constantly reinventing yourself as a business, but there are obvious benefits from adopting new tech and being open to continuous process improvement. Change management. The ability to effectively manage change and transition within an organization. Project management.

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MPUG

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Now imagine that a senior executive starts off his day and decides first to have a quick look at the project dashboard expecting to see metrics such as the current status of projects, earned value indices in terms of money and performances, and top risks. Welcome to the concept of the Project Management Office or PMO.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

DECEMBER 14, 2023

To navigate these waters, start with identifying where the challenges are by analyzing the groups involved and processes they use. Then, implement the approach understanding changes may be needed. Business Agility Culture Before Agile Process Implementation. Executives and senior leaders are busy. The Demise of the PMO.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Burndown Chart A tool in Agile project management that tracks the work completed and the work remaining to help teams manage progress. Business Analysis A process in which an individual identifies business needs, defines solutions and facilitates change to meet organizational goals. effectively and efficiently.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 27, 2018

There’s more than one way to do something right, and project management is full of great methodologies to help with projects big and small. One such is Six Sigma, which is used to improve the quality of an output in a process. It’s a way to continuously achieve stability and predictable results from a process. Of course you do!

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Wrike

MAY 19, 2023

Scalability: A Clear Path Forward for Modern PMOs” took place over three separate sessions, featuring a stellar line-up of speakers including: Carolyn Lum, Industry Principal for PMO at Wrike, is a strategic business transformation leader who has led large-scale projects, programs, and portfolios across industries.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Snyder: Founder, fellow and past volunteer executive director, president and chairman of the board, Snyder is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the PMI Education Foundation, Treasurer of the Delaware Valley Chapter and the Editorial Review Board. Ethics in Project Management. PMI Founders. PMI Events. PMI Resources.

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EasyProjects

JUNE 5, 2019

Effective Change Management. When you have to upgrade your solution, When you have to slow down operations to upgrade your project management solution, it can cause some disruptions due to retraining, changes in processes, and technical adjustments. Real-time visibility for Executives. Demand management.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 3, 2018

The extension of self-care is caring for others, also crucial for project management and change management. Connecting with people, collaborating, partnering … so you can inspire enthusiasm, overcome resistance, and help make change happen. It’s how we can help people and organisations adapt in fast-changing times.

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LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

Here, I’ve categorized some of these differences across the initiation, planning, execution and close lifecycle steps. A program will often cross multiple organizations, and this has an impact on stakeholders, sponsors, funding sources and even assigning the right program manager. Project vs. Program Execution. Manage the team.

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Planview

AUGUST 7, 2018

Challenge your executives to begin translating strategy one step below the vague vision statement. Don’t have access to those at the executive level? When asking yourself who cares the most about strategic planning, the top answer is most likely executives. However, not everyone has easy access to those in the executive suite.

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The Strategic Project Manager

MAY 8, 2022

The Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) process or method was developed by William Edwards Deming, one of the prime creators of the quality movement. PDCA is considered to be a part of the quality movement – but it is also a method associated with change management. Tweak as necessary in order to execute effectively.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Project managers (PM’s) have experienced disruption and needed to adapt. Businesses had to pivot, causing projects and the way they executed them to also change. This also helps with change management. DEATH TO THE PMO!! At least, the PMO in the traditional sense. You deserve it!

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