Category: Lessons Learnt

Looking for project management software to improve the management of project gates?

Over the last couple of years, Project Portfolio Office has assisted in the implementation of project management software across a large number of organisations, helping them to better manage their project flow via a project stage gate process. In most cases, the process is an automated, online approval mechanism that allows project offices or project … Continue reading "Looking for project management software to improve the management of project gates?"

How to survive an EPM software implementation successfully

In today’s business climate, where every penny has to be accounted for, the advantages of a quicker return on investment (ROI), improved visibility and enhanced decision-making are compelling reasons to investigate the introduction of Enterprise Project Management (EPM) software into your organisation. Enterprise Project Management can be defined as an effective business discipline and system … Continue reading "How to survive an EPM software implementation successfully"

Not the project manager alone

While there is a plethora of project management tools available that all offer a number of bells and whistles, the single greatest value of implementing this type of solution is – without a doubt - the successful completion of projects. Unfortunately, the figures available out there paint a pretty bleak picture when it comes down … Continue reading "Not the project manager alone"

How to pick the right online project management software for your business

The benefits of utilising an online project management solution have been well documented – not only can you make the most of your company's time by more efficiently managing your work force, you can also allow team members to collaborate from any location, better monitor project milestones, keep to-do-lists on track and ensure that projects … Continue reading "How to pick the right online project management software for your business"

Taking on the PPM software myths, part one

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There are a number of reasons behind an organisation’s decision to implement Project Portfolio Management (PPM) software. Key motives include a clearer understanding of whether projects currently being executed are aligned to strategic objectives in terms of benefit realisation, assessing the prioritisation and sequencing of projects given the company’s capacity, and measuring health levels of … Continue reading "Taking on the PPM software myths, part one"

Still waiting for your first portfolio review? Here’s what you’re missing out on!

One of the key reasons that PPM tools are implemented is to allow management the ability to perform portfolio reviews anytime and from anywhere. Portfolio reviews allow organisations to ensure there is a balanced selection of opportunities in the portfolio, hold project offices accountable for delivery, provide support to project teams and deliver credible project … Continue reading "Still waiting for your first portfolio review? Here’s what you’re missing out on!"