There has been plenty written about how a different approach is needed when managing a program rather than a project. Sometimes the...
Program management literature, a comparison
Different people working in many diverse program management areas have different perceptions about the nature and application of program...
The difference between project and program management
The Project was in trouble. Established to deliver vital business transformation through the implementation of a revitalised end-to-end IT...
Understanding the program management office
What is the difference between a project and program management office? The answer is in the nature of programs and projects. The UK's...
Delivering value in a PMO
The phone call from the finance department went something like: “Geoff, the program seems likely to spend its entire budget for this...
PMOs in Asia: The New Frontier
Project management is moving through Asia with the speed and tenacity of a raging bushfire. I have recently been working my way through...
Starting a PMO: the dream
I have a dream. A dream for new projects. I am standing in a conference room. I’m the PMO manager on a large project. It’s the project...
Project prioritisation matters
In business, how often do you see a list of tasks or initiatives, yet only the high priority ones are worked on? Lower priority...
A new paradigm for program management
There is often a gap between the strategic vision and plans of a corporate executive or board and the immediate needs experienced by staff...