Defining the role of the PMO is an on-going question. PMOs continue to strive to demonstrate their relevance and value. But what if we took the time to ask project managers what they really wanted from a PMO?
Resume Reading
How does one find a project manager? Just posting an ad doesn’t really help. And knowing what to do in the face of hundreds of resumes is an even greater challenge. Just what should we be looking for — and doing — to secure that great project management hire?
Priority and PMOs
PMOs have a role to play in the prioritization of projects. While they should not be the arbiters of this process, and it is not appropriate that they actually make the prioritization decision, they still have a role to play. How the PMO can enhance prioritization decisions.
Hiring Project Managers: Should PMPs Apply?
The PMP certification has exploded in popularity. The number of people to have attained certification exceeds 200,000, and a significant driver for many has been the use of certification as a screening criterion in job searches. What does this mean for the project manager, and for the organization looking for capable resources?
Perfect Storm Or Tempest In A Teapot?
The debate over whether project management is a profession has engendered significant amounts of dialogue. Whether this is even desirable, however, needs to be explored from the perspectives of how such a shift would impact various stakeholders.
Politics & The PMO
Many of the motivations behind implementing PMOs centre on a desire to shift the political dynamics of the organization itself. It is often seen as a desired counterbalance to a strong functionally-driven organization. What does this mean for how PMOs are being implemented?