The problem
 

No transparency, hidden risks, late escalation, wrong priorities, budget overruns, late delivery, unrealized benefits ....

The list of expensive problems in projects is long.

The list of causes is comparatively short.

The solution comes with a single decision.

Put an end to surprises in projects with a powerful PMO.

The best solutions for your PMO

PMO Maturity Workshop

Current state and benchmark

We determine the maturity level of your PMO according to international standards - both the current maturity level and the future maturity level based on all planned measures.

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PMO Implementation

Get a basic PMO in just 90 days

Our experts support you in defining, planning and building your PMO. Agile implementation for fast benefits and operational support for continuous improvements.

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PMO Maturity Workshop

This workshop supports you and your team in designing for your specific challenges, according to your actual needs and as you see fit. A benchmark of your current and planned PMO maturity.

In only 2 days you will find the right PMO types for your company, define and prioritize the necessary measures, plan your individual roadmap for the successful implementation of the measures and start to realize the benefits directly. On top of that, you will get a benchmark of your PMO maturity level according to international standards - both for the current status and the target state after implementation of your measures.

 

Objective:

  1. Identify the right actions to take when setting up your PMO identify, plan and successfully implement
     
  2. To secure the benefits of your PMO in the long term, to and continuously improve it
     
  3. Control and secure your investments in organization, employees methodology and infrastructure

 

PMO Maturity Workshop

Frau Hand mit glühenden Lampe und abstrakte Netzwerk

Contents:

  • Basics for the PMO structure
     
  • Change management as a success factor
     
  • Maturity before complexity
     
  • From problem to action
     
  • PMO maturity models
  • Analysis of current and target maturity levels
     
  • Consolidation of PMO responsibilities
     
  • Prioritization of measures
     
  • Initialize PMO roadmap


PMO Implementation - Your basic PMO in just 90 days

Our experts support you in all measures and tasks for the implementation and continuous expansion of your PMO.

Analysis

Service:

We conduct a detailed site assessment, identify the real problems, work out the goals and define the measures required to achieve them.

Outcome:

A realistic roadmap with a sound starting point, clear objectives, benefit-based prioritization and measurable success criteria.

1

Planning

Service:

Based on the agreed prioritization, we plan the iterative implementation of all measures, including the necessary change management.

Outcome:

Perfectly aligned plans with measurable milestones and optimized for fast results through agile approach.

2

Implementation

Service:

We implement all measures as planned together with your team and with special attention to the adaptation through professional change management.

Outcome:

A PMO with the most important basics in maturity level 2 in the first 90 days. Extensions in short 6-8 week cycles.

3

Reinforcement

Service:

We regularly determine the maturity level of your PMO, find potential for improvement, define measures and support you in the important phase of reinforcement.

Outcome:

Transparent status, assurance of continuous progress and realization of full benefits through organization-wide and consolidated adaptation.

4

What do you need to consider when setting up a PMO?

The basis for the introduction of a PMO is a clear objective based on an analysis of the core problems to be solved. Only with a common, deep understanding of the problems to be solved and the definition of the objective can a meaningful decision be made for the necessary measures and the PMO type required for this. Vision and mission statements, together with measurable success criteria, serve to ensure goal-oriented prioritization and implementation of the measures.

What are your PMO goals?

The overarching goal of every PMO is to create the basis for decisions. Decisions by those responsible for the right measures at the right time based on reliable information (figures, data, facts).

The figures, data and facts must be prepared in a meaningful way so that clear answers can be given to three fundamental questions:
 

  • Status: Where do the projects currently stand?
     
  • Analysis: What is the performance and why?
     
  • Forecast: What does this mean for the achievement of the projects' goals?

The goals of a PMO and the associated tasks and measures can be divided into four areas. These must always be addressed together. Only with a balanced approach between the four areas can a PMO operate successfully.

Organization - Increase maturity level

The overarching goal in this area is to increase maturity. The focus points are
 

  • Strategy and its implementation
  • Establishment of project portfolio management at strategic PMOs
  • Stakeholder-Management
  • Organizational change management
  • Overarching planning and control of all areas

Employees - building competence

The objective is to empower employees and build competencies with a focus on
 

  • Training and development
  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Career and training paths
  • Performance Management
  • Coaching

Methodology - Optimize processes

This area is on the technical level with the aim of optimizing processes through
 

  • Standardization
  • Methods/Processes
  • Tools/Templates
  • Knowledge management

Infrastructure - Ensure transparency

The second area at the technical level aims to ensure transparency through
 

  • Digitization
  • Systems and tools
  • Integration/interfaces
  • Security/performance
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Which Type of PMO do you need?

There are five main types of PMO. These can also be implemented in an overlapping manner. For example, a strategic PMO at the corporate level can control out underlying departmental PMOs, an overarching competence center and a central support PMO. The goal is to perform all tasks effectively while ensuring the necessary flexibility for different departments with different project types.

PMO types differ in scope, organizational position, influence, goals, focus, and associated tasks.

Strategic
Cross-project

Competence Center

Bandwidth
Company

Reporting
C-Level

Goals
Competence development
Quality assurance
Standardization

Focus
Methodology, support, knowledge management

Area

Bandwidth
Area, Department

Reporting
Department lead

Goals
Standardization
Strategy Implementation
Portfolio Management

Focus
Department portfolio, Department goals

Enterprise

Bandwidth
Company level

Reporting
C-Level

Goals
Strategy implementation
Portfolio Management
Standardization

Focus
Corporate portfolio, Corporate goals

Operational
Project-specific

Project

Bandwidth
Project/Program

Reporting
Project level

Goals
Project management
Project/Program goals
Knowledge building

Focus
Customers/Stakeholders, Project Management

Support

Bandwidth
Project/Program

Reporting
Project/Program

Goals
Support PM
Relief for teams
Standardization

Focus
Program/Project Support