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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PMO Cadence Governance Government 52

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. In summary… Project assurance is crucial to provide governance and credibility to your project.

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Prince2 PMO Risk Management Risk 350

Henny Portman

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

AIPMO is developing the first ‘leading’ international PMO standard based on a combination of research findings and expert knowledge. P3O or IPMA PMO certifications are not comparable to AIPMO’s core certifications in terms of approach, content and outcome. AIPMO’s core PMO certifications covers much more!

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PMO Certification Monitoring Consulting 88

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 12, 2021

If that’s you, be on the look out for these kinds of job titles, as you can probably enter project management higher up the ranks: Project manager Senior project manager Program manager Business change manager Organizational change manager Delivery manager PMO manager.

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Technical Review PMO Healthcare Retail 393

Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 2, 2023

If that’s you, be on the lookout for these kinds of job titles, as you can probably enter project management higher up the ranks: Project manager Senior project manager Program manager Business change manager Organizational change manager Delivery manager PMO manager.

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Technical Review Prince2 Healthcare Certification 336

The Lazy Project Manager

JANUARY 27, 2016

As has been already discussed the reality out there in ‘PMO land’ is that there is not a plethora of wise and experienced PMO managers, directors, leaders, heads, etc., and so it is sensible for anyone who is engaged to help an organisation set up a new PMO or advise on improvements to an existing PMO to reach out for some help.

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PMO Sustainability 2012 Underperforming Technical Team 170

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.” This is where the healthcare PMO comes in, but the group agreed that it’s presenting challenges.

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Healthcare PMO Innovation Lean 97

LiquidPlanner

JULY 30, 2019

Project managers wonder where the PMO fits in their career as many project managers are rewarded with more projects and higher complexity and scope—not detours into process, methodology, and compliance. Is joining a PMO a good career move? Will I be stuck if I go into the PMO? Five Reasons to Join a PMO.

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PMO Infrastructure Risk Management Governance 102

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

These could be project managers or PMO colleagues. A program manager is responsible for: Defining, facilitating and completing programs, including setting the approach. You’ll see these skills on a program manager job description – and if you don’t you should be asking why! Change Management.

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PMO Technical Review Leadership Risk Management 276

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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PMO Estimate Risk Management Governance 87

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.     Changing the culture starts at the top.

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PMO Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Executing 78

Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

These could be project managers or PMO colleagues. A program manager is responsible for: Defining, facilitating and completing programs, including setting the approach. You’ll see these skills on a program manager job description – and if you don’t you should be asking why! Change Management.

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PMO Technical Review Leadership Risk Management 331

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 29, 2023

The process is designed to increase project efficiency and minimize scope creep by controlling every change and ensuring that changes are made according to set requirements for approving change. Change management The method for managing project change requests and application of the change control process as defined above.

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Software Review Underperforming Technical Team Lean Event Chain 392

Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

As a PM, you might not have much influence over processes led by the PMO, but you can certainly input and offer feedback to try to shape how work gets done. A better approach is making sure that we don’t need rescuing because we’re doing proper risk management, governance and leadership. Adaptability and resilience. You may not.

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Technical Review Software Review PMI Influencer 359

Rebel’s Guide to PM

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Change management. The ability to effectively manage change and transition within an organization. For project managers, this is important. Getting your projects to land effectively and deliver the expected benefits is almost impossible if you don’t have the commitment to doing change right. Communication.

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Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Innovation Leadership 358

Planview

OCTOBER 19, 2020

This included incorporating Agile processes and other work methodologies into its traditional project portfolio management (PPM) processes, to help speed delivery of new products and services. This aligning business with IT topic goes further than the PMO function and includes Finance and business units (Technology being the key one).

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Agile Cadence PMO Governance 99

Planview

AUGUST 26, 2019

Throughout this series, we’ve discussed the five ways to become agile, addressed the primary issues and roadblocks, as well as the critical steps required to transform the PMO, all based on the whitepaper, The Agile PMO: 5 Steps to Driving Agility at Scale. Part 1: Driving Agile at Scale: The Agile PMO. This must change.

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Agile PMO Lean Governance 92

MPUG

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Welcome to the concept of the Project Management Office or PMO. In this article, we will learn about PMOs as organizational structures, about various types of PMOs, and about traditional roles within a PMO. PMO Definition. As noted in the definition, a PMO is an organizational structure.

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Agile PMO Technical Review Cadence 94

Planview

MAY 29, 2020

Does your PMO generate portfolio dashboards for stakeholders and executives? Does it help your PMO be seen as a value driver? The Savvy PMO recognizes this and makes access to highly visual, useful data an imperative by providing comprehensive portfolio dashboards. In a 2019 Deloitte survey of 1,000 U.S. Real-time Analysis.

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CTO Hire PMO Executing Budget 133

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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Technical Review PMO Governance Government 36

Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

JUNE 1, 2020

It is portfolio management that translates strategy into work, vertically integrating from the top to the bottom, and facilitates horizontal integration across supplying functions. Executives should ensure strong governance. Strong project portfolio management and strong project management are underpinned by strong governance.

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Executing 2005 Governance Government 107

Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

MARCH 7, 2019

Strategy Execution released the top ten trends for 2019 a few weeks ago and my first thoughts were; we’re seeing a lot of them in the PMO community which is both exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. When we look back over the last decade we can clearly see how much has changed for people working in project management.

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Technical Review 2027 PMO Governance 49

Epicflow Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

March 24-26 — Enterprise Risk Management 2021 VIRTUAL CONFERENCE will cover hot topics of project and risk management: Trends and Regulatory Updates, Emerging Risk, Cyber Risk, Data Analytics for Risk Management, and many more. June 14-15, London, UK — PMO 2021 Conference is the largest UK’s conference for PMO practitioners.

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2021 Technical Review Construction Software Review 98

LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

A program will often cross multiple organizations, and this has an impact on stakeholders, sponsors, funding sources and even assigning the right program manager. In a project, the project manager is primarily responsible for the scope , cost and timeline. Manage issues and risks. Manage communication. Manage the team.

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PMO Risk Management Closing Initiating 112

LiquidPlanner

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Unfortunately, this dream is just that for most project managers—a dream. More often than not, you won’t be able to pick your team, establish the processes, or develop the PMO. Evaluate the governance framework. Change management is an essential part of project management. The ideal situation.

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Governance Government Leadership Development Team Review 150

Planview

APRIL 27, 2023

You know the saying: The only constant is change. It’s true in business — it’s certainly true in life — and it’s why proactive change management matters. Integrating and Standardizing a PPM System Before this biotech company came to Planview, its leadership recognized the need for managing the people side of change.

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Change Management PMO Technical Review Governance 88

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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2018 Artificial Inteligence Consulting Underperforming Technical Team 300

The Strategic Project Manager

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Here are some ideas where Blue Ocean Leadership can benefit PMs: Keep it in mind as a key leverage point for change management initiatives. Consider adapting it for PMs and team members across a PMO. Apply this in for-profit, government, and not-for-profit organizations. What other ideas do you have?

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Executing Leadership Construction PMO 97

The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Change Control A formal process of documenting, reviewing, approving, and managing a change to a project’s scope, schedule, budget, or quality parameters. Change Management The approach to plan and implement strategies that guide individuals and organizations through a change (e.g.,

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Development Team Review Project Life Cycle Underperforming Technical Team Estimate 148

Wrike

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Government – Federal. Management Consulting. Government – City/State/Local. Project Management Offices (PMOs). PMO Popularity by Company Size: 61% of small organizations (<$100M) have a PMO. 88% of mid-size companies ($100M-$1B) have a PMO. PMO Popularity by Industry: Healthcare – 93%.

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2015 Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team Software Review 60

Tony Adams

DECEMBER 16, 2018

This is where the Project Management Office has a critical role to play. The PMO has the unique authority to go beyond aligning and prioritising projects and programs across portfolios, to understand the wider change environment and identify those critical bottom-up change drivers.

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2006 PMO Influencer 2016 72

Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Although 93% of organisations report that they use standardised project management practices , only 23% say that these practices are used throughout the organisation. Could this be a result of too little emphasis on good business analysis and project managers not having sufficient business knowledge?

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Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Risk Estimate 46

Bridge the Gap Consulting

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

The sponsor can be a PMO leader, project management manager, or someone in management that believes a PM tool is necessary. They help shepard the change and drive acceptance throughout the company. Every company is different, but make sure the implementation includes good training and change management.

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Underperforming Technical Team Governance Government PMO 40

Online PM Courses

JULY 2, 2018

That’s way we need to place a high priority on both Project Definition from day 1, and excellent change control procedures subsequently. Climate change and sustainable development. Government regulation and reform. The project manager is no longer just a cheerleader in the game. Change Management Practices.

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2018 Technical Review PMI 2017 65

Planview

JUNE 30, 2022

In times of economic uncertainty, PMO value is critical. PMOs don’t just make sure that run-the-business work and projects are completed, they also operationalize the strategic plan. Maximum PMO value ensures the work delivered aligns with company strategy. Certainly, the PMO is not immune. Adopt a Modern Mindset.

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PMO Governance Government Leadership 88

Tony Adams

DECEMBER 16, 2018

This is where the Project Management Office has a critical role to play. The PMO has the unique authority to go beyond aligning and prioritising projects and programs across portfolios, to understand the wider change environment and identify those critical bottom-up change drivers.

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2006 PMO Influencer 2016 40

The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Would it be better to follow the waterfall traditional project management approach or the Agile/Scrum method? This is a tough question to answer because it depends on the type of project, size, nature of the project, how many people, whether it will involve change management, etc…. How does an individual PM drive that change?

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SCRUM Agile Executing Software Review 96