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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Epicflow Blog

JANUARY 30, 2025

An effective Project Management Office (PMO) in an organization is a must nowadays. It helps standardize project management practices, ensure alignment with organizational strategy, and provide oversight to deliver projects successfully. Therefore, weve compiled a list of 15 best PMO software tools. What is a PMO?

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Epicflow Blog

JANUARY 30, 2025

An effective Project Management Office (PMO) in an organization is a must nowadays. It helps standardize project management practices, ensure alignment with organizational strategy, and provide oversight to deliver projects successfully. Therefore, weve compiled a list of 15 best PMO software tools. What is a PMO?

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ProjectManager.com

JUNE 15, 2021

So we thought it would be a great idea to take a look at what core qualifications are required of project managers and define their responsibilities and the common job descriptions for several PM roles. What Does a Project Manager Do? Try Our Award-Winning Project Management Software Free! Stakeholder Management.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Each of these are projects with a project manager, but together they deliver a transformative change for the business. Programs tend to deliver strategic objectives and organizational change – bigger transformations than individual projects. These could be project managers or PMO colleagues. Change Management.

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The IIL Blog

JULY 24, 2024

Harold Kerzner / Al Zeitoun (Kerzner/Zeitoun): For decades, project management appeared restricted to traditional or operational projects where the requirements were well-defined at the onset of the project. Change management : The results of many projects may require critical organizational change management.

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NimbleWork

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Continuous Innovation: From Agile methodologies to change management, these influencers are at the forefront of evolving project delivery practices. Elizabeth is also a prolific author, having published seven books on project and change management.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

When you look through the lists of competencies for a project manager , it’s hard not to be daunted by the huge range of skills that we are supposed to have. Unfortunately I’m not able to say, “I’m struggling with Excel right now, I really don’t have these budgeting skills, so we won’t bother to have a budget tracker on this project.”

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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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Rebel’s Guide to PM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Each of these are projects with a project manager , but together they deliver a transformative change for the business. Regardless of what type of program it is, programs tend to deliver strategic objectives and organizational change – bigger transformations than individual projects. A successful program manager does all this.

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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. There are also awards for projects, such as the PMI Project of the Year, PMI Project Excellence Award and the PMO of the Year Award. It also provides networking opportunities and workshops.

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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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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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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

This section shows how the different teams fit together, who is on the Project Board, how the PMO fits in, who is leading the different workstreams and so on. Risk management plan. Here’s where you set out how you are going to manage risk. You need to include an indication of the approved project budget.

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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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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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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 7, 2019

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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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. This shows at a glance if projects are on time and on budget.

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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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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.   Transparent adherence to a budget.

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House of PMO

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Each year at the House of PMO, we bring you the top ten trends to watch out for in PMO over the coming year. We have been writing about trends and predictions in PMO since 2016 and this year we thought why not take a look at some of the earlier trends and see where we are right now and what to watch out for in 2025.

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House of PMO

MARCH 5, 2025

PPM tools are the backbone of effective project, programme, and portfolio management, but they come with their own challenges. A recent House of PMO survey highlights the most common pain points PMO professionals face and the tools they rely on most. House of PMO Essentials recommends piloting before full-scale rollout.

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LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

Allocate budget. Assign a project manager. Identify the program management structure. Assign a program manager. Projects can be funded and initiated faster than most programs primarily since budget , sponsorship and stakeholders are smaller than most programs. Develop the project management plan.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 10, 2017

This shows how the different teams fit together, who is on the Project Board, how the PMO fits in, who is leading the different workstreams and so on. Risk Management Plan. Here’s where you set out how you are going to manage risk. Then reference where all the other risks will be stored and managed.

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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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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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Project Accelerator News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

; Stakeholder Confidence (a trusted PMaaS partner and its resources bridge gaps between IT teams, vendors, and executives, fostering transparency and trust); Continuous Oversight (PMaaS is like a safety net, our PMO resources and P3MO platform ensure ongoing monitoring and real-time adjustments leaving no aspect of the project to chance).

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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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Rebel’s Guide to PM

APRIL 10, 2017

This shows how the different teams fit together, who is on the Project Board, how the PMO fits in, who is leading the different workstreams and so on. Risk Management Plan. Here’s where you set out how you are going to manage risk. Then reference where all the other risks will be stored and managed.

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The IIL Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Project Managers and their teams carry out planned projects on a daily basis, such as the development of new applications. To be successful, they must be able to evaluate and allocate resources necessary to complete deliverables on time, with quality, and without exceeding the budget.

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Planview

OCTOBER 19, 2020

This aligning business with IT topic goes further than the PMO function and includes Finance and business units (Technology being the key one). The report shows scope, benefit, time, and budget and is used in online meetings prior to senior management review. Could you tell us how you use reporting for different stakeholders?

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

JUNE 1, 2020

How do they respond when budgets are changed? 2] McKinsey, ‘Changing change management’ 1 July 2015. [3] Academy of Management Executive 2005. [4] 5] Organizations with 80% or more of projects being completed on time, on budget, meeting business intent, and having high benefits realization maturity.

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Hot PMO

JANUARY 29, 2025

AI in the PMO Space: Opportunities and Challenges Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping industries, and the Project Management Office (PMO) is no exception. AI-powered tools promise to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and automate routine tasks, enabling PMOs to focus on higher-value activities.

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Project Accelerator News

JANUARY 17, 2025

IT Project managers, of course, are perfectly placed for digital transformation and their natural skill sets (change management, digital strategic thinking, tech implementation, stakeholder engagement, etc) could not be more suited. GREEN SHOOTS OF GROWTH Happily, we are seeing some green shoots of growth!

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Planview

AUGUST 17, 2022

But, as the PMO, this is the perfect time to drive home the value you can offer your organization. You’ll also need to step outside your comfort zone as a traditional PMO. So you can make it clear that your PMO is a value driver during economic uncertainty. Inspire Teams to Embrace Change. Stay Focused on What Matters.

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Strategy Execution | PMO Perspectives

JANUARY 9, 2020

Project leaders need to be able to be tactical in their approach, establishing things like the project budget and scope early, creating a project plan and ensuring the project is managed in such a way that the team does not lose sight of these things. This post first appeared on PMO Perspectives Blog.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

hours, personnel needed, and/or tasks) to ensure that a project can be completed on time and within budget. Change Control A formal process of documenting, reviewing, approving, and managing a change to a project’s scope, schedule, budget, or quality parameters. process, policy, practices, perceptions, etc.)

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