Is your PMO helping or hindering?

Portfolio, programme and project office arrangements come in many different configurations. Indeed, a key trait outlined in the government’s P3O® Best Practice guidance is that there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to a successful PMO.

Hardly surprising that whilst many organisations recognise the PMO concept as a valuable strategic asset they often fail to realize the benefits as they struggle to get to grips with the specific requirements and approach that best fits their organisation. Not only does this lead to an underperforming PMO but, in many organisations we see, can create an environment where the PMO is actually hindering successful delivery of project and operational outcomes.

The PMO-Performance Pyramid

By drawing on many years’ practical experience of operating and reviewing PMOs we have distinguished not only the key characteristics of high-performing PMOs but also the critical factors that help embed and sustain an appropriate PMO environment.

The Performance Pyramid is built around the principles of P3O® to offer an accessible review framework. It allows us to quickly pinpoint aspects of your PMO arrangements that may be sub-optimal and offer pragmatic recommendations to improve performance and increase your chances of successful long-term PMO delivery.