Many project portfolios suffer from a silent but serious problem: resource saturation. This happens when key people are spread too thin across too many projects. When saturation goes unchecked, it leads to burnout, missed deadlines, and poor project outcomes. In PMI’s Pulse of the Profession 2024 report, nearly half of project failures were tied to…
Introduction to a modern execution framework for complex initiatives, ROPE blends proven methods into one system that delivers clarity, control, and results.
Establishing a centralized PMO can streamline governance, align initiatives with strategy, and control project delivery costs—but only under the right conditions. Many organizations rush into centralization as a one-size-fits-all model, yet research shows that context, not control, determines the success of a PMO’s structure. According to PMI’s Pulse of the Profession 2023, 52% of high-performing…
Clarify your M&A strategy in one slide. Use the M&A Alignment Canvas to align teams, scope change, and define what success looks like.
Successful delivery of multi-year programs often hinges on more than just timelines and budgets. Many initiatives fail because of program delivery risks that aren’t visible at the start. These risks include shifting strategies, evolving stakeholder demands, and unmanaged interdependencies. McKinsey reports that only 35% of large IT programs finish on time, within budget, and deliver…
Performance measurement is at the core of an effective Project Portfolio Management Office (PPMO). Key performance indicators (KPIs) drive critical decisions, but their effectiveness hinges on one often-overlooked factor: KPI data accuracy. Even the most well-designed metrics lose value if the underlying data is unreliable, leading to flawed strategic decisions and resource misallocations. The Cost…
PMOaaS sounds helpful—until you’re still holding the bag. Discover why top execs are replacing it with a fully managed PMO that actually delivers.
Stakeholder expectations can make or break a project’s success. Effective expectation management ensures alignment, trust, and stakeholder satisfaction, reducing the risk of miscommunication and project derailment. For project leaders, mastering this skill is critical to delivering value and maintaining long-term stakeholder relationships. Identifying Stakeholder Priorities Understanding what stakeholders truly need and expect is the foundation…
