What is Episode 122 of The Project Management Podcast about?

Cornelius Fichtner interviews Mark Perry about his book Business Driven PMO Setup, exploring how to align a PMO with business goals rather than theory.

What is the central idea behind a business-driven PMO?

Mark Perry explains that a PMO must focus on organizational needs instead of rigid standards or methodology compliance.

How can PMOs become more constituent-oriented?

By tailoring goals and services to the needs of stakeholders, ensuring that PMO value is defined by business outcomes, not process checklists.

What leadership technique does the book introduce?

It highlights “MBWA 2.0” (Management by Walking Around 2.0), encouraging digital engagement through tools like podcasts, wikis, and social platforms.

Why is passion essential for PMO success?

Sustained enthusiasm and purpose drive long-term PMO effectiveness, transforming it from a procedural office into a strategic enabler of value.

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Episode 122: Business Driven PMO Setup Are you working in a Project Management Office (PMO) or are you currently trying to set one up? Wouldn’t it be great if you could read the lessons learned files of over 20 PMO executives and subject matter experts and learn from their experience? We can help you.

In today’s episode we welcome Mark Perry (www.botinternational.com) who is the author of the book “Business Driven PMO Setup”. In this book, Mark merges his personal experience of working with over hundred PMOs with the knowledge of over 20 PMO experts from around the world. The book challenges various traditional approaches and strategies for the PMO and will show you how to implement a PMO using an extensively proven roadmap that is adaptable to any type or size organization.

And yes… you can of course win one of Mark's books - please listen in to learn how to participate.

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