PM² Alliance Articles Library

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

Effective governance stands as a foundational element of sound management, serving as a Critical Success Factor (CSF) for all organizations, especially in the context of intricate programs and projects that engage multiple departments or organizations. These endeavors often operate with distinct procedures and cultures, each vying for its interests and perspectives. Governance forms the structural […]

Sustainability in project management is becoming increasingly vital, particularly for public administration organisations. It involves integrating economic, environmental, and social considerations into project planning and execution. Nevertheless, the path to sustainability is riddled with adversaries, which can be especially complex in bureaucratic and traditionally structured environments.  Here, we delve into the seven enemies of sustainable […]

What is the Project-End Canvas and how to use it? Project management best practices and PM² recommend that projects go through a Closing Phase to capture lessons learned and lost project recommendations. This is where a full Project-End Report or a simpler one pager Project-End Canvas comes in handy as a structured way to capture […]