PPM 101: How to Effectively Use a Priority Matrix
In this post we will cover what a priority matrix is and how to use a prioritization matrix in the context of project portfolio management. What is a Priority Matrix? A priority matrix is a tool used to categorically prioritize types of work. It has three primary strengths: simplicity, speed, and…
PPM 101 - Do You Have a Portfolio Roadmap to Communicate Value?
Project portfolio management (PPM) is about maximizing business value delivery and the portfolio roadmap (or strategic roadmap) helps senior leaders track the delivery of that value. Senior leadership is uniquely responsible for ensuring that projects and programs within the portfolio deliver the…
PPM 101: Why You Need to Develop a Project Portfolio Decision Making Framework
Project Portfolio Decision Framework Overview A project portfolio decision framework is a governance structure to evaluate, authorize, and monitor projects as they pass through the project lifecycle and is a critical component of project selection and portfolio oversight. In the previous post we…
PPM 101: How To Create A Successful Work Intake Process
Work Intake - The Front Door Does your organization have a “single entry” for new project requests? Or rather, does your organization have a front door, a side door, a back door, and many other ways to receive requests? Having multiple ways to submit requests is a common problem for many companies…