Ever embarked on a Proof of Concept (PoC) project brimming with excitement and high hopes, only to watch it unravel spectacularly? Trust me, you’re not alone. Throughout my career, I’ve witnessed more PoC mishaps than I’d like to admit. From projects that started with grand visions but ended in chaos, to teams that were enthusiastic yet unprepared, I’ve seen the full spectrum of PoC failures. After stepping in to salvage numerous troubled projects, I’ve noticed … Read More
Project Management
Embedding Knowledge & Transferring Best Practices for Organizational Excellence
In this increasingly competitive business landscape the ability to embed knowledge and repeat best practice is more essential than ever if we are to continue having a head start. With the maturation of organizations, ensuring that any team member has access to and can parlay industry standard knowledge becomes a differentiating factor for success. Knowledge Sharing: It addresses why everyone in organization must acquire knowledge from others rather than holding to it, it also explains … Read More
Is Your PMO Feeling Under the Weather? Time for a Check-Up!
In today’s world, where businesses sprint like Olympic athletes to stay ahead, the Project Management Office (PMO) is the coach with the clipboard, ensuring everyone sticks to the game plan. The PMO is tasked with making sure projects are as smooth as a cat meme going viral, aligning them with business goals, and getting them done before someone in the office mentions the dreaded words: “scope creep.” But wait—who checks on the PMO? That’s where … Read More
Navigating Project Success: Understanding Starters, Maintainers, and Closer
Over the course of my 25-year project management career, I’ve had the opportunity to work with various organizations, honing my skills and expertise along the way. From my role as a Project Remediator for PwC in the Middle East to my current position as Chief Project Officer at projectoffice.com, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of having the right project manager to lead a team and ensure project success. While we are not specifically focused on … Read More
The Cultural Secret Sauce to Project Success and ProjectOffice Magic Touch
Welcome to the wild world of project management, where plans are plenty, and success is the ultimate prize. But guess what? Your meticulously crafted strategy might not stand a chance against the powerhouse that is organizational culture. As Peter Drucker famously put it, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” To stay ahead, it’s essential to keep an eye on Project Management Trends 2024, ensuring that your strategies align with the evolving landscape of project management.Culture is … Read More