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The Economics of Project Governance: Communicating the Law of Scarcity The Economics of Project Governance: Communicating the Law of Scarcity
-by Ian Stewart, PMP
Vilified or blamed for inefficiencies by the majority of its constituents, project governance rarely gets the appreciation that it deserves. Why do so many people have such contempt for it, and how do those responsible for governance get out of this state? The answer might be revealed by understanding one of the fundamental laws of economics.
Moving the Goal Posts - by Andy Jordan
Got Governance? - by Mark Mullaly, PMP
A Plain Guide to GovernanceA Plain Guide to Governance
-by Ian Whittingham, PMP
 In focusing on the “how to” of governance, we can sometimes lose sight of the fundamental “why” of what we are doing.
Governance Credibility by DesignGovernance Credibility by Design
-by Joe Wynne
 For governance to work, the system must have credibility. If you don’t build credibility early, it’s too late to recapture it later.
Is Your PMO Getting the Job Done?Is Your PMO Getting the Job Done?
-by Michael Wood
 The purpose of the PMO is to create a more efficient, more successful project portfolio. How do you know if your PMO is getting the job done? That's where PMO governance comes into play.
Assessing Your IT Governance Maturity Level - by Michael Wood
A Framework for Operational Governance - by Vijay Sankaran
Selling Governance to a Business Team - by Jacqueline Dasso Haddad, PMP
In Charge of Change - by Mike Donoghue
Knowing When to Quit - by Ian Stewart, PMP
Simplifying IT Governance - by Michael R. Wood
IT Governance Doesn't Have to Cost an Arm and a Leg - by Michael R. Wood
Planner for Selling New Governance Standards  ( Specifications/Procedures - Template)
SARBOX Data Quality Assurance Guidelines  ( Report - Template)


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