PMO mobilisation and continuous improvement - Project One

How do I establish the PMO principles?

Appoint a PMO sponsor who is the internal champion
Define a clear Terms of Reference for the PMO and PMO team
Agree communications responsibilities and methods.

How do I implement core governance and controls?

Implement PMO tools, templates and control processes
Put in place core governance forums and status reporting
Train the project team and other stakeholders in the PMO runbook.

How do I communicate with stakeholders?

Implement a stakeholder management plan to promote the PMO
Put in place the communication plan to give clear status updates
Provide early warning of potential upcoming adverse events.

How do I monitor and respond to the PMO?

Establish SLAs, monitor and respond if not being met
Prioritise incremental improvement as requirements change
Seek regular feedback to ensure the PMO is meeting expectations.

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

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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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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

Article The programme management discipline behind benefits realisation 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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Article Designing a PMO operating model that fits your organisation Read

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Customer Story Ensuring the portfolio management and change function supports a large transformation Read

Article Digital First PMO, what can it do for you? Read

Article In the risky world of change, PMO is your risk guardian Read

“Wow what a difference. Well done on all the heavy lifting – feels like this programme is back on track, thank you.”
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