140 likes | 179 Views
Discover the set of principles and processes to guide project management, from project selection to cancellation, with oversight at organizational and project levels. Includes project portfolio reports, phase gate methodology, and project management maturity model. Explore career paths in project management.
E N D
Chapter 16 Oversight
Project Oversight A set of principles and processes to guide and improve the management of projects.
Oversight (cont.) • At the Organization Level: • Project selection • Portfolio management • Assess and elevate maturity level of project management system • Review progress on strategic priorities
Oversight (cont.) • At the Project Level: • Review project objectives • Resolve issues raised by project manager • Track and resolve bottlenecks • Review status reports • Audit and review lessons learned • Authorize major scope changes • Cancel the project
Project Office • Unit responsible for: • Supporting utilization of project management methodologies • Training and assistance in project management • Documentation and champion of best practices
Project Portfolio Cost Summary Report FIGURE 16.1
Project Portfolio Schedule Summary Report FIGURE 16.2
Phase Gate Methodology • A structured process to review, assess, and document outcomes in each project phase and to provide management with information to guide resource deployment toward strategic goals
How far can virtual project management evolve? How do we manage projects under high levels of uncertainty? Unresolved Issues
Career Paths TemporaryAssignments Pursuing a Career Gaining Visibility Professional Training and Certification Mentors Success inKey Projects Project Management Career Issues
Key Terms Balanced Scorecard Mentor Oversight Phase gating Portfolio management Project management maturity Project office (PO)