PMO

Running projects in today's fast-paced business world? Microsoft Teams can make your project management workload a LOT easier! With more and more teams working remotely, a central place to collaborate and chat is essential. But can you use Teams for project management? Absolutely! This guide will show you how.

Explore the core project management roles and what each one involves. Project management isn’t just about leading from the front- it’s about creating the structure that enables delivery. There are multiple roles within a (extended) [...]

If you are experiencing a lack of buy-in, demotivated teams, and unhappy employees, poor stakeholder management and engagement are likely the root causes of your problem. There are many aspects to managing stakeholders effectively, including analysis and engagement. This article will explain further some of these and give hints and tips to elevate your stakeholder engagement, including difficult ones.

What Are Communities of Practice? A community of practice (CoP) is a group of individuals with a shared interest, profession, or goal who regularly interact to deepen their knowledge and enhance their work through shared [...]

What Is Risk Management and Why Does It Matter? According to the APM Body of Knowledge (7th edition), risk management is: “a process that allows individual risk events and overall risk to be understood and [...]

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) increasingly influences the field of project management, it's essential for professionals to clearly understand how AI reshapes traditional roles. This article explores the evolving role of Project Managers, highlighting opportunities AI [...]

What is a PMO Governance Model? A PMO governance model outlines how a Project Management Office (PMO) oversees and manages projects to ensure alignment with organisational goals. Common models include centralised (offering full control), hub-and-spoke [...]

What is a PMO network? One of the most effective ways to manage the people side of PMO is to develop, maintain, and manage a network of like-minded individuals from both your internal organisation and [...]

This article provides an overview of change management, covering its definition, principles, processes, models, tools, benefits, and the role of change champions. It emphasises effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership support in driving successful change initiatives. 

When attempting to design their PMO pathway, individuals often find many options for courses outside and within the Wellingtone Academy. One question that frequently arises is, “What is the difference between the PMO Practitioner and the PMO Leader course?” This article will explore the courses individually and what sets the PMO Leader apart from the Practitioner.

Being a Project Manager requires many skills, and developing a solid teamwork ethic is vital to the success of any project. Therefore, every good Project Manager should think about how best to establish their team as part of the project start-up phase. It is tempting to focus on planning the project deliverables, remember to prepare your team success as well!

When effectively combined, CFRs and OKRs create an efficient continuous performance management system that helps the organisation to achieve their ambitious goals and develop the full potential of their individuals.