Define the Right Kind of PMO for IT and Your Organization

Problems with PMOs often start with a lack of clear definition of what the PMO is actually about and what the organization does.
Few organizations provide the minimum required services and are not using their PMOs effectively.
People often take for granted that their PMO should be a project management office, when in fact project management discipline isn't what's causing their projects to suffer.

Our Advice

Critical Insight

A successful PMO not only understands who its customers are but also knows how to meet their needs.
Organizations tend to spend as little as possible on services as a natural process. You need to, at the very least, fulfil the minimum requirements of your organization.
Failing to fulfil the minimum requirements of your organization but prescribing maximum processes will result in a PMO that doesn’t meet your needs.

Impact and Result

Get some situational awareness. Figure out what your current state is, including the functions that are being provided. Use this blueprint as a reference to understand what your organization needs from a PMO.
Once you have established need, properly set up your PMO with:
- A clear vision
- An articulated reasoning for establishing it
- An understanding of its goals and which challenges it sets to address
Define a PMO with functions that work for you based on the needs of your organization and the gaps in services. A “fit-for-purpose” PMO is the right kind of PMO for your organization.

Define the Right Kind of PMO for IT and Your Organization Research & Tools

Start here – read the Executive Brief

Read our concise Executive Brief to find out why you should define your project management office, review Info-Tech’s methodology, and understand the ways we can support you in completing this project.

Define the Right Kind of PMO for IT and Your Organization – Executive Brief

1. Get specific about your PMO

Understand your options and determine the key functions/services that your PMO should provide.

Member Testimonials

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Experience

Impact

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Victoria Police Department

Guided Implementation

9/10

$10,000

US Office Of The Comptroller Of The Currency

Guided Implementation

8/10

$62,999

Having access to SMEs and use cases from Infotech really helps address our situations. It is helpful to have someone who has seen and experienced t... Read More

Grand Valley State University

Guided Implementation

10/10

$25,419

My experience so far has been wonderful. I really enjoy working and brainstorming with Teodora. She takes the time to listen to my thoughts and exp... Read More

Motor Oil Hellas Corinth Refineries S.A.

Guided Implementation

8/10

$27,930

Northwinds Technology Solutions

Guided Implementation

9/10

$12,562

Matt's knowledge, guidance and recommended tools.

Social Security Administration

Guided Implementation

10/10

N/A

City of Burbank

Guided Implementation

10/10

$50,000

Travis is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to speak with.

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