Governance and Control (PMO) - Project One

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Transformation initiatives are challenging, how they are governed and controlled is fundamental to their success. A Programme or Project Management Office (PMO) is central to governance and control, anchoring them at the heart of every transformation. Whether supporting a single programme, a portfolio, or enterprise-wide initiatives, a well-designed PMO provides clarity, confidence, consistency, and certainty.

A great PMO is tailored to fit the organisation, avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach and supports delivery without creating unnecessary barriers. It must create value, with well-defined objectives and stakeholder alignment. By embracing continuous improvement, a great PMO ensures ongoing support for complex transformation initiatives.

We make a real difference by:

Designing or maturing a PMO to underpin delivery
Implementing governance and control to aid delivery
Staying in control with the right level of information
Establishing early warning systems to prevent a crisis
Managing the single version of the truth
Involving the right people in decision-making.

PMO Services

The role of an effective PMO:

Definition and Maturity

Defining the services, skills, controls and approach necessary to embed an enduring capability, assessing your PMO requirements.

Embedding best practice and decision making forums to promote oversight, collaboration and compliance across the programme.

Leading the PMO, executing day-to-day activities and implementing an approach of continuous improvement.

Relevant insights and customer stories

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Article Building a PMO that supports strategy, not just delivery Read

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Article PMO capability assessment: Are you set up for complex delivery? Read

Brochure Delivering expert leadership in Financial Services View

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Customer Story Driving AI innovation and governance within an FMCG organisation Read

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Article The evolution of the PMO: From control tower to value engine Read

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Customer Story Upskilling the PMO for effective project delivery support Read

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Article Why PMOs fail and how modern PMOs create real value Read

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Podcast Transformation Talks Podcast - What makes a great consultant and how to get there View

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Customer Story Building consistent governance and HR data for global business delivery Read

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Article What is a PMO? A practical guide to modern programme management Read

Customer Story Supporting a global operations transformation programme delivery Read

Article The programme management discipline behind benefits realisation Read

Programme Assurance

Brochure Project One and Programme Assurance View

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Customer Story Programme Leadership to rationalise and simplify technology, data and vendor landscape Read

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Customer Story Delivering the largest UK Pension OCIO Deal Read

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Customer Story Change impact assessment for a financial services provider Read

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