In my work with Program Management Offices (PMOs) for the past few years, I have developed some observations about PMO maturity, and the capabilities and competencies that PMOs have incorporated into their overall organizational makeup. Typically, PMOs are formed in organizations to ensure that the project groups can consistently and repeatedly deliver excellence in their … [Read more...] about Pathways to Knowledge Management Systems for Program Management Offices (PMOs)
Archives for April 2013
Project Managers, It’s Time to Toot Your Own Horn
Why do golfers watch “The Golf Channel” on TV? I believe that at least 90% of the viewers already know how to play the game. Many of them are so good they compete in tournaments all over the world. But they still watch “The Golf Channel” every time they get a chance. Well, the truth be known, it’s probably because all these golfers want to get better at playing the game. … [Read more...] about Project Managers, It’s Time to Toot Your Own Horn
Let’s Put a New Focus on Resource Risk In Projects
So many projects employ third party contractors and technology development personnel on projects today. It seems like the norm for getting any large project done. Organizations these days infrequently rely on purely in-house talent to dedicate as resources on projects. I want to focus on "Resource Risk" for all my project management practitioners today because I have run … [Read more...] about Let’s Put a New Focus on Resource Risk In Projects