Our guide to some of the most important
Management Models for PMOs
Management models and frameworks play a huge part in the work that PMOs do. PMO Managers and Consultants spend a immeasurable amounts of time learning management models, discussing management models and even inventing their own management models.
Tools and practices that will improve your business
There are almost as many management models available as there are consultants eager to sell them as the solution to all of your organizational and project management challenges. What follows on this page is our attempt to highlight some of the management models that may be of particular interest to PMOs and the organizations they operate within. Each model (or framework, or method) is described and put into context – cross referencing where possible and sharing practical examples where these are available. If you are interested in learning more about a particular model, links are provided for your convenience.
How to use this guide
Explore the models by selecting a category below, or using the search bar. Alternatively, simply scroll down to review the complete list of management models – then click the one that looks the most interesting!
Kelly Johnson was an engineer at Lockheed who is famous for his leading role in designing over 40 aircraft. He was the leader of Lockheed’s Skunk Works program, and it was here that he devised his 14 Rules and Practices for project work. Here we look at those 14 rules and see how they are […]
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…The DNA of Strategy Execution is a framework that provides a step-by-step approach for PMO and Project leaders looking to measure success and business value. Embracing the DANCE In his 2018 book, “The DNA of Strategy Execution,” Jack Duggal describes the reality of today’s business environment using the acronym DANCE: Dynamic and changing Ambiguous and […]
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