Portfolio Programme And Project Offices Pocketbook

Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices (P30) will provide a focal point for defining a balanced portfolio of change and ensuring consistent delivery of programmes and projects across an organization or department. The publication takes many forms, from a single all-encompassing physical office to a virtual office model made up of a permanent organization portfolio office supported by a permanent hub portfolio office or temporary programme/project offices. The pocketbook introduces the principles, processes and techniques that will enable individuals and organizations to successfully establish develop and maintain appropriate support structures

Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices (P3O) will provide a focal point for defining a balanced portfolio of change and ensuring consistent delivery of programmes and projects across an organization or department. The publication takes many forms, from a single all-encompassing physical office to a virtual office model made up of a permanent organization portfolio office supported by a permanent hub portfolio office or temporary programme/project offices. The pocketbook introduces the principles, processes and techniques that will enable individuals and organizations to successfully establish develop and maintain appropriate support structures

Also known as the P3O pocketbook. A quick reference guide for using Portfolio, programme and project offices (P3O) effectively, designed to be used alongside the core P3O guidance (ISBN 9780113311248).

Besides the Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices 2013 Edition (P3O®) Foundation Courseware - English (ISBN: 9789401804547) publication you are advised to obtain the corresponding publication Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices 2013 Edition (ISBN: 9780113314225). P3O® Foundation certifications is suitable for individuals wanting to demonstrate they have sufficient knowledge and understanding of the P3O guidance to interact effectively with, or act as an informed member of, an office within a P3O model. This certification is aimed at members of offices within a P3O model or anyone who needs to understand the terminology and concepts underpinning P3O and those wishing to pursue higher level certifications. The Foundation certification is also a pre-requisite for the Practitioner certification. Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices (P3O®) builds on the references in PRINCE2®, Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®), and Management of Risk (M_o_R®) and Management of Portfolios (MoP®) to support organizations or individuals wishing to set up or maintain an effective delivery support office. This Courseware is suited for the English Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices 2013 Edition (P3O®) Foundation exam.

This new core guidance from OGC describes why, when and how to use project, programme and portfolio office (P3O) models. It describes what a P3O is, defining the two key types of P3O and goes on to answer the question: "why have P3Os and what value-add do they bring to the organisation?" It also includes business cases, funding models for set-up and ongoing costs and performance measures. The book looks at the lifecycle of a P3O and describes the use of a project based approach to scoping and setting up a suitable P3O model within an organisation. And it includes checklists for start-up, continuous improvement, and reviving and closing down temporary offices.

This title accompanies the core P3O guidance (ISBN 9780113311248) and is an affordable and practical introductory guide to P3O. It discusses the different types of P3O, the benefits of P3O, the lifecycle of a P3O and the key steps in setting up a P3O. The publication looks at the mechanics of a P3O, specifically the necessary functions, services, tools and techniques.