Work for the benefits of the project
Regardless of the origin of a formal definition, a project is undeniably temporary, defined with the objective of creating a unique product or service (product) within certain restrictions, such as time, cost and quality. As a result, the teams involved in a project, including the Project Manager, tend to focus their efforts on the production of deliverables (final products) in

10 motivi per i quali il metodo PM² mi ha convinto
Non appena presentata la Metodologia PM² due anni fa, è stato facile capire il valore e l’utilità per tutti noi coinvolti nella gestione dei progetti. La metodologia PM² aiuta i team di progetto a risolvere i conflitti con gli utenti, gli stakeholder e l’organizzazione e consente una “migliore” gestione del progetto, attraverso un continuo percorso di miglioramento. Inoltre, consente alle

Estou encantado com a PM²
Desde que tomei conhecimento da Metodologia PM², há dois anos, percebi o seu valor e utilidade para todos nós, envolvidos na gestão de projetos. A metodologia de gestão de projetos PM² ajuda as equipas de projeto a resolver problemas que os utilizadores, partes interessadas ou organizações enfrentam e permite que façam “melhor” gestão de projetos, numa jornada contínua de melhoria.

The Phases of the PM² Methodology
All projects have a beginning, a middle and an end. Since they can last for a long time, it is more convenient to divide their total time-span into smaller periods of time. In the context of PM², these periods of time are called Phases. PM² defines four Phases (Initiating, Planning, Executing, Closing), which are sequential and non-overlapping. PM² provides a

About Management Debt
Debt: the result of borrowing from the future to overcome the challenges of the present. As your organisation grows and evolves, you might observe that adding new services, integrating new staff, and implementing organisational changes and improvements becomes difficult and slow to implement. Often this happens because the organisation’s management infrastructure (i.e. management structures, processes, systems, competences and culture) required

A love letter from a PM² Alliance member
As soon as I was introduced to the PM² Methodology two years ago, I realized its value and usefulness for all of us involved in project management. The PM² Project Management Methodology helps project teams solve problems that users, stakeholders, or organization face and allows them to do “better’ project management, towards a non-ending journey to improvement. It also enables

An Overview of the PfM² Portfolio Management Methodology
Note: An updated version of the PfM² Methodology Guidelines and this article can be found at http://www.PfM².website. An updated Overview of the PfM² Methodology (read more here). On July 11th, 2019, the PfM² Portfolio Management Methodology guidelines were completed and delivered to the Strategic Planning & Monitoring Unit of DiGIT, European Commission. The PfM² Portfolio Management Methodology was developed to

The Portfolio Oriented Mindset
Portfolio governance, processes, artefacts, and techniques help those involved in portfolio management optimise their management efforts and portfolio results. However, as “culture eats procedures for breakfast”, managing organisational culture and influencing people’s perspective, attitudes and perception should be of high priority when implementing portfolio management. A suitable and well-tailored portfolio methodology is, of course, essential for effective portfolio management, but successful implementation
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