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100+ Project Management Terms: PM Terminology Explained

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C – Project Management Terms Capability Maturity Model (CMM) Developed from a US Department of Defense study, the model is used to develop and refine software processes. E – Project Management Terms Earned value management (EVM) A way to measure project performance, and is commonly used in government projects.

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The Complete Glossary of 614 Project Management Terms

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Audit: The process of analyzing a project to ensure that it is being governed as intended. Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO): A dedicated department within an organization that's responsible for the governance of projects, programs, and portfolios across the organization. A project sponsor can request an audit.