
Portfolio Orientation
Portfolio governance, processes, artefacts, and techniques help those involved in portfolio management optimise their management efforts and portfolio results.

An Overview of the PfM² Model
PfM² presents an effective standalone portfolio management methodology. PfM² encapsulates globally accepted best practices from other methods and standards from PMI, AXELOS, IPMA, and the European Commission, as well as the contributions of a large number of experts, practitioners, and the broader open community over many years.

Portfolio Management Maturity
Advancing on an evolution journey towards higher levels of portfolio management performance involves being able to define as-is and to-be states of performance and implementing continual improvements of the organisation’s capability and capacity in portfolio management.

The PfM² Portfolio Management Mindsets
While governance, plans and processes help us with what we could refer to as the administrative side of portfolio management, the right Mindsets help us develop a portfolio orientation and navigate the complex reality of portfolio management within organisations.

An Overview of PgM² Programme Management
In October of 2018, the PM² Guide v3 was released by DiGIT, European Commission and published on the EU Bookshop with an open-source license. This release includes an Appendix with PM² Extensions which feature a new section D2 (page A-106 to 108) with a basic model for Programme Management named PM²-PGM. This article extends and elaborates this basic model, which when published

The PM² Alliance Project Canvas
What is the PM² Alliance Project Canvas and how to use it? Research shows (and experience confirms) that one of the top causes of project failure is related to inadequate project definition. It is therefore essential to initiate projects properly, bringing together key stakeholders to define and document the project idea and its key dimensions appropriately. The PM² Alliance Project

An Overview of Agile PM²
In June of 2014, Agile PM² was released by DiGIT within the European Commission and then the basic model made available through the Open PM² Guide v1 in 2016. The Agile PM² Extension was developed to help Functional and Matrix Organisations establish a management framework for the effective integration of Agile practices and teams into their PM² projects and overall
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Λάζαρος Ριζόπουλος, μετάφραση από το πρωτότυπο Ήταν περίπου πριν δύο χρόνια όταν πρωτο-αντιλήφθηκα την ύπαρξη της Μεθοδολογίας PM² και συνειδητοποίησα της αξία και τη χρηστικότητά της για κάποιον ο οποίος καταπιάνεται με το αντικείμενο της διαχείρισης έργων. Η Μεθοδολογία Διαχείρισης Έργων PM² βοηθά τις ομάδες έργου να επιλύουν τα προβλήματα που αντιμετωπίζουν οι χρήστες, τα ενδιαφερόμενα μέρη, ή ο ακόμα
EU-funded projects operate in a highly complex environment. To navigate this landscape effectively, the PM² methodology offers a robust framework for project management for EU-funded initiatives.
The Closing Phase of a project, often underappreciated, is vital for long-term organisational success and the enhancement of project management practices. This phase ensures that a project is concluded effectively, capturing valuable insights and lessons that can be leveraged in future projects. In this article, we will explore the steps involved in the Closing Phase,… Read More »The Importance of the PM² Closing Phase – Benefits, Challenges, and Best Practices
In the realm of project management, understanding sabotage is not just about identifying nefarious acts but also about recognizing subtler, often unintentional behaviors that can derail a project.
Manifesto for methodology adoption and management excellence of the EU’s public administration In alignment with the declaration of 2024 as a milestone year for EU Public Administration Methodology Adoption, and our kick-off event for the transformative three year initiative, this manifesto outlines our collective beliefs, convictions, and commitments towards fostering a new era of project management and governance… Read More »PM² Manifesto for EU’s Public Administration
Declaring 2024 as a Milestone Year for EU’s Public Administration Methodology Adoption A three-year Initiative for Transforming European Public Administration The PM² Alliance has announced 2024 as a milestone year for EU Public Administration Methodology Adoption. This marks the beginning of a 3-year initiative set to reinforce the trend towards transformation for enhancing efficiency, transparency,… Read More »Initiative for Transforming European Public Administration
In the realm of project management, understanding sabotage is not just about identifying nefarious acts but also about recognizing subtler, often unintentional behaviors that can derail a project.
A Selection from CIA’s now de-classified “Simple Sabotage Field Manual”. Look for the section on “General Interference with Organisations and Conferences”. Anyone who has worked in large organisations or participated in large projects has seen most of the described techniques in action!
Choosing your first or next project management certification Project management certifications are invaluable assets for professionals in the field, offering a wealth of benefits that extend from personal development to career advancement. These certifications, recognised globally, serve as a testament to a professional’s knowledge, skills, and expertise in managing projects efficiently and effectively. They provide… Read More »The value of Project Management Certifications