You’ve got projects that are in-flight and everyone seems happy. But is happiness a good enough measure of project performance? How do you really know if a project is progressing the way it should be? In this article we’ll look at three ways to measure project performance. Professional project managers will tell you if a […]
What is Project Portfolio Management?
Project Portfolio Management (PPM) If you’ve got more than one project happening in your business, you’ve probably already thought of how you can consolidate reporting and manage the work more efficiently. Congratulations, you’re already thinking like a portfolio manager. Portfolio management in the world of projects is all about making the most efficient use of […]
The Benefits of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) underpins so much of what it takes to run a successful business. When your risk management is handled professionally, you can reap the benefits – as we’re sure you’ve heard before. But what exactly are those benefits? And if you aren’t yet fully invested in ERM, what are you missing out […]
The 5-Step Planning Approach That Works Every Time
A Planning Approach That Works A great project schedule is key to successful delivery. As a PMO team, you want to support project managers in creating their schedules both for the day-to-day management of the project and also because schedules provide useful information for decision-making. Every project manager has their own preferred way of creating […]
Is Your Team Overloaded? Here’s 3 Ways to Keep Projects Going
Is Your Team Overloaded? As the PMO becomes recognized as the go to place in the organization for getting work done, you’ll get more and more requests. On the one hand, that’s great: it’s fantastic to know that the PMO is a valued business partner, trusted to deliver. On the other hand, how are you […]
What are the Qualities of a Good Project Manager?
In this article we’ll review the most important skills a project manager should have and look at the traits of an effective project manager. What are the attributes of an effective project manager? An effective project manager needs a lot of skills and qualities in order to do a good job. They need to have: […]
Critical Path Method: An Introduction
An Introduction to the Critical Path Method Have you heard the term ‘critical path’? The critical path is the shortest journey through the project’s tasks, taking into account how tasks link together. Armed with that information, you can predict the project’s completion date, assuming nothing changes and no tasks are delayed. It’s a very powerful […]
3 Ways PPM Leads to Better Governance
PPM Leads to Better Corporate Governance Enterprise Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools are core to helping executives manage the business and apply effective corporate governance across the portfolio. They provide a mechanism to review the whole portfolio in a way that isn’t possible without a system to bring everything together. Governance at the corporate level […]
How to Prepare for An Online Interview: A Guide for Candidates
More and more hiring managers are taking to web conferencing for interviews. An online interview is fast, easy and flexible for employers. But what does it mean for you, the candidate? Let’s look at the things you need to know to get ready for your online interview. Prepare An online interview might feel more informal, […]
PMO Trends to Watch in 2021
PMO Trends 2021 I think you’ll agree that 2020 has been a very strange year. In some respects, it never really got started. In others, it’s been incredibly busy and challenging for so many people. We’ve seen changes in how we’ve been working over the past months, and in how we engage with clients too. […]