Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 6, 2022

Or, to rephrase, you have a long list of work ideas that senior managers would like to get done as projects. Not you as an individual, not you as a PMO, not you as a group of dedicated project managers. Projects that have a major impact need to be assessed for their change management impact. You can’t do it all.

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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. You can read that here. Strategic Alignment.

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International Institute for Learning

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

I recall a time when I was the program manager of a large initiative, and the PMs who reported to me would constantly roll their eyes when they had to submit their weekly status reports to the PMO. I recall having a disagreement on how “proper” risk statements should be written with the PMO manager.

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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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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 12, 2022

PRINCE2® requires at least two management stages: one to initiate the project and then however many you need after that to do the rest of the work. The phases of a typical predictive lifecycle are: Idea or concept phase Initiate Plan Execute Close. The PMO will specify the route your project has to follow.

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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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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The overall change is managed as a program, under a program manager who consolidates program-level risks, manages resource conflicts across all projects, controls the budget and works with business owners to realize the benefits across all the initiatives. These could be project managers or PMO colleagues.

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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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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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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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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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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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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

The overall change is managed as a program, under a program manager who consolidates program-level risks, manages resource conflicts across all projects, controls the budget and works with business owners to realize the benefits across all the initiatives. These could be project managers or PMO colleagues.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 12, 2022

Project management professionals (PMP) can early up to 20 PDUs. The Association of Change Management Professionals (ACMP) is taking its 2022 conference virtual because of safety concerns related to the pandemic. The theme of this year’s conference is Embracing the Changing World: Diversity, Technology and Adaptability.

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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.

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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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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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MPUG

DECEMBER 5, 2022

In those days, most companies were taking new initiatives, as the dreaded Y2K problem had passed without creating any trouble. My organization started an initiative to upgrade our project management methodology. My task was to develop guidelines and artifacts for Technology Change Management processes.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

JANUARY 26, 2024

The first theme is change. Implementing Implementing or reorganizing a PMO can be a big change to a company, especially if they’ve never had one before (I won’t go into that here; check out previous posts for more info). The The other change that occurs is related to the projects and outcomes the PMO delivers. 

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 29, 2023

Agile A methodology for project and product management, typically used to deliver software projects in an iterative way with short bursts of work called “sprints” Though initially designed as a process for IT and engineering projects, it has since been successfully applied to other industries like marketing.

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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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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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Planview

APRIL 6, 2022

For all the time and resources organizations invest in new software, they often experience a similar challenge ­­­– a resistance to change from within. We’re going to look at how the PMO Delivery Lead of a global telecommunications company successfully implemented demand management software. Agreeing to change means more work.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Who better to help them than those implementing these strategic initiatives? The project managers! Project managers who understand the need and the strategy it supports, can be empowered to make better decisions that lead to business-impacting outcomes. The Demise of the PMO. Is the TMO a PMO by a different name?

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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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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 27, 2018

There are five phases of project management that see a project through from initiation to close. Project Initiation: How to Start Your Project Off Right. The first phase of any project is the initiation. Phases are broken down into smaller tasks, and the same is true for the initiation phase. Of course you do!

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Planview

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Santander’s vision was to create an ecosystem that enables enterprise agility by connecting business with IT and strategy into delivery – with a single line of sight into key initiatives at every stage of the journey. For example, we have a Portfolio report developed via Power BI that’s based on the initiative structure.

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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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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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LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

Here, I’ve categorized some of these differences across the initiation, planning, execution and close lifecycle steps. Project vs. Program Initiation. Project Tasks – Initiation. Program Tasks – Initiation. Assign a project manager. Identify the program management structure. Manage communication.

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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., of a project.

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2018

The PMO Symposium is a place to exchange best practices and new insights into the strategies and practices in project management. The event is made for leaders and executives who deal with a portfolio of projects , programs and initiatives. It also provides networking opportunities and workshops. PMI Awards. PMI Resources.

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

Therefore, you must have a way to collect project data, such as status reports from your team, to see if the actual progress of the project is meeting what you had initially planned. Theoretical and practical project management knowledge. Experience as a project manager. Proficiency in project management software tools.

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Epicflow Blog

JANUARY 12, 2024

PMO London 2024 June, 18-19. London, UK The PMO conference is focused on issues related to the work portfolio, program, and project offices. The conference attendees will learn the insights from the latest PMO research, and learn about new PMO ideas, methodologies, and products.

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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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Planview

AUGUST 7, 2018

This fact alone is a large part of why strategic initiatives fail 50% of the time—it’s a large part of why organizations simply aren’t good at strategic planning. They don’t know how to approach planning an initiative if doesn’t have a certain outcome with metrics defined. As the PMO or the EPMO, you should start doing this.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Business leaders and corporate executives need to find the optimal way to achieve growth while at the same time, manage the risks. But when deciding which initiatives to pursue and how to allocate limited resources among them, organisations often don’t choose well. Risk management. Project alignment. Communication.

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