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PMO and Continuous Improvement jason orloske pmo project intelligence project management Jun 12, 2023

I had a boss once say the trick to continuous improvement is to make it seem easy to the outside world, even though it's a lot of work within an inner circle. Every improvement is strategic and...

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The Role of the PMO Steering Committee jason orloske pmo project management Jun 12, 2023

Starting up or revamping a PMO is tricky and complex. They're established to address a number of business opportunities and problems. If a PMO will help navigate these turbulent waters, it should...

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PMO Establishment and Implementation jason orloske pmo project management Jun 09, 2023

You've done the PMO Assessment. Then you created the PMO Business Case. You've been to meetings and finally got approval to establish your PMO. Now the fun really starts! 

Now, I've seen PMO...

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Conducting a PMO Assessment jason orloske pmo project management Jun 01, 2023

As a consultant, I love doing assessments. Why? Because assessments help clients identify pain points and areas of opportunity. My favorite is the PMO assessment. Whether considering standing up a...

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Conducting a PMO Pilot Project jason orloske pmo project management May 17, 2023

The PMO Pilot Project. I LOVE pilot projects! It validates our intentions and strategies. We test out PMO best practices and gather lessons learned. The PMO matures more quickly. Totally worth it!

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The Role of the Executive Sponsor jason orloske pmo professional development project management Apr 11, 2023

When you're in the process of setting up or revamping a PMO you, as the PMO leader, will need support and direction. Enter the PMO Executive Sponsor! The sponsor will give your PMO street cred....

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Traits of a PMO Leader jason orloske leadership pmo professional development project management Apr 10, 2023

Congratulations! You're a PMO Leader! Welcome to a challenging, dynamic world where you get to delivery strategic value all while having a target on your back. Good times!

Being a PMO leader has...

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Why PMO’s Fail jason orloske pm pmo program management Apr 10, 2023

PMO Failure. 

We hear about PMO's failing all the time. Some fail to deliver expected results but somehow tend to linger on in a semi-effective state. Others suck so bad they just get shut...

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Champion Digital Transformation with PMO Value Delivery careers digital transformation keyedin pmo professional development project management rachel hentges value delivery Feb 28, 2023

How to ensure your PMO brings value to stakeholders engaged in digital transformation

By: Rachel Hentges

In the most recent webinar of The PMO Leader’s Digital Transformation Webinar Series,...

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Why do you want a PMO? jason orloske pmo Jan 24, 2023

That's a hell of a question to ask when you're the consultant asking a client why they want to start a Project Management Office (PMO). But, it's one I felt necessary because thus far their...

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PMO Success in 2023 and Beyond keyedin pmo project management rachel hentges technology Jan 24, 2023

There is one common theme over the past few years that continues to help mold the role of the PMO as it’s evolved from a strictly reporting function to a business value delivery function and...

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How Company Leaders Can Boost Their PMO alessandra chase pmo productivity strategy Nov 27, 2022

A project management office (PMO) is vital for any company. They set and maintain standards to increase a project’s success. This is why 89% of organizations have at least one project...

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A Trip Around The World in 18 Hours careers mark burnett pmo professional development project management Nov 08, 2022

On Monday, October 17, 2022, at 9:00 am Perth (UTC +8), two Jamaican Project Managers started the journey of a trip around the world in 18 hours! This quest started with excitement, curiosity, and...

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Step up to Program Management pmo program management project management ruffin veal iii Oct 19, 2022

Welcome to this edition of ProjectTalk. Ready for the next challenge in your career as a project management professional? Manage a program of work.

As you become more experienced managing projects,...

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Developing a Comprehensive Project/Program Reporting Plan pmo ruffin veal iii strategy Sep 07, 2022

Welcome to this edition of the ProjectTalk newsletter. We are all aware of the importance of developing a comprehensive Project/Program Reporting Plan.  The standard reporting plan involves...

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