Programme Management Based on MSP A Management Guide

Description

A quick, yet thorough, reference to programme management in a handy sized format. Uses principles, processes and key terms which are consistent with OGC advice and guidance on programme management, to supply a best practice approach.

Programme management is the co-ordination, organisation, direction and implementation of a portfolio of related projects to achieve a defined outcome and realise specified benefits. It delivers change in manageable phases with formal review points for checking progress against plans. Programme management is particularly suitable for delivery of change (which might be new ways of working, organisational restructure, implementing a new policy initiative). It enables the organisation to focus on outcomes - 'where we want to be'- while allowing flexibility in the route to those outcomes.

This new title explains how programme management can enhance an organisation, with benefits to the management process, and enable successful business change. Covering Business Case management, Quality management, and an overview of processes and products.

Contents:

Managing change
Programme organization
Benefits management
Stakeholder management
Risk management
Programme planning
Business case management
Quality management
Processes
Identifying a programme
Defining a programme
Managing the portfolio
Managing benefits
Closing a programme