Beyond Projects

Managing infrastructure projects of the future

With major infrastructure spending comes the need to manage the benefits post-project. David Jenkins argues that a commitment of this size needs to be matched by an investment in the training of the professionals who will bring these projects to reality, and safely.

August 5, 2021

Why megaprojects are hard to deliver – and how to solve the procurement dilemma

Construction and infrastructure is a major component of the Australian economy but we’re not doing it well. It’s the planning, rather than the execution, that is to blame for the majority of poor project outcomes.

July 1, 2021

Why Australia needs to invest in smart cities

To generate higher return on investment on infrastructure projects, governments should look to smart infrastructure and Internet of Things for greater capitalisation of public assets, writes Rob Bryant.

March 22, 2021

How to select the right project

Delivering the wrong project on time and on budget with 100% of its scope completed to the defined quality standards is a complete waste of money. Pat Weaver explains the fundamentals of portfolio management.

May 24, 2016

Portfolio Management

Improving the governance of projects, programs and portfolios

What can a governing body do to improve the governance of projects, programs and portfolios within its organisation? Pat Weaver says advocacy and accountability is key.

February 23, 2016

Measuring the value of a program management office

Many organisations have contemplated or implemented program management as a means of managing interrelated projects with varying degrees of success. PM Oracles explains how to measure the value of a program management office.

November 19, 2015