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Feature PMO Risk Management - by Andy Jordan (January 16, 2012) One of the unsung PMO functions is managing risk. There are a lot of aspects of risk management where the PMO can provide tangible support to project managers in their endeavors. In this article, we explore some of that support in terms of identification, analysis and response. Channels Communications & Marketing Creating & Demonstrating Value Developing the PMO Leading the PMO Organizational Leadership & Governance Resources Risk Management The Customer's View The Process Side of PMO Transforming the Organization Discussions The PMO Mystique Just what does it mean to implement a Program Management Office? You may think you know, but you may have no idea. Here's where you can find out. Share your thoughts and get help from your peers on this vital yet sometimes mysterious part of project management, and be sure to continue the discussion of gantthead's PMO articles. Program Management vs. Project Management: Important distinction or basically semantics (BS)? What is the difference between project management and program management? Is the distinction important to you? Or is this merely semantics? How is the distinction helpful to you in your work? What is the relationship between the two and how do they work together? Naturally we believe there is a lot to be gained from thinking at the program level but we'd love to hear what other professionals think as we get the PMO department on the air.

Deliverables The Effective Project Management Office You know you need to establish some centralized control over projects, but you need management support to make it happen. This presentation defines various PMO structures, then presents strategies for building, selling and setting up PMOs. It will not only help you structure your thinking around the topic, but give you a HUGE head start on selling it to executives. Program Management Office Charter ( Proposal Report / Report - Template ) This 6 page PMO Charter template is perfect for a single-program PMO. Using the step by step instructions provided, it should take very little time to complete, offer a very clear vision for the PMO and define what will make it successful. PMO Development Project - Mandate ( Evaluation Form Proposal / Proposal - Template ) Use this document to clarify and confirm the mandate for the development of a Project Management Office. More Program Management Office deliverables...