Tell a Good Story, Create Lasting Change

February 4, 2013 | by Dan Vinson

This blog was updated on April 9th, 2024 Ever notice how a project in its early stages feels a bit like a fairy tale? It’s full of possibility—but so far, it only exists in our imaginations. Now, let’s talk about Project Managers. How are they viewed in your organization? Are they seen as helpful

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Dust Off Your Brain - It's the Finest PPM Software Ever Invented

January 3, 2013 | by Jeannette Cabanis-Brewin

In a conversation with colleagues the other day, it was noted that in many companies where project portfolio management (PPM) has been established, there is still frustration and confusion regarding analysis and reporting. The flow of data collected by the software and the variety of reporting optio

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PMOs Stress Value and Sponsorship at the PMO CoP Event

November 13, 2012 | by J. Kent Crawford

It’s always exciting to be among top PMO leaders! Their energy is inspiring. From the "outside the box" thinking of keynote speaker Roch Parayre, who proposed a role of "VP of Killing" for agile portfolio management, to the nitty-gritty workshops on metrics and value, the PMO Community of Practice

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A Dual Focus on Mission and Standards Wins Accolades for this Nonprofit Healthcare PMO

November 12, 2012 | by Jeannette Cabanis-Brewin

Catholic Health Initiatives is a national, faith-based, non-profit health organization formed in 1996 by bringing together 12 health ministries rooted in traditions of caring for the poor and vulnerable. In 2008, the Enterprise Program Management Office was established by CHI executive leadership wi

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New CIO: “Let’s Change Everything, Fast.” First Horizon’s PMO Says, “Can Do!”

November 11, 2012 | by Jeannette Cabanis-Brewin

The financial services sector has seen more than its share of disruptive change. Since 2008, many financial services IT divisions have tried to shrink expenses and wait out the storm. But at First Horizon, second runner-up in this year's PMO of the Year Award competition, the arrival of a CIO with a

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