GOALS

• Successfully deliver high-profile IT projects on time and within budget to advance her career and gain recognition for her project management expertise
• Improve team collaboration and communication to minimize conflicts, prevent misunderstandings, and foster a positive work environment
• Gain a clear understanding of project progress and resource allocation to proactively identify potential roadblocks and implement timely solutions

Frustrations

• Facing challenges in tracking project progress and resource utilization across multiple projects, leading to potential delays and budget overruns
• Experiencing difficulty in getting timely updates from team members, resulting in miscommunication and roadblocks to project progress
• Lacking a centralized platform to manage project documentation, leading to version control issues and difficulty in sharing information with stakeholders

GOALS

• Establish a standardized project management framework across the organization to improve project success rates, reduce inefficiencies, and demonstrate the value of the PMO
• Implement a robust project portfolio management solution to gain insights into resource utilization, optimize project selection, and align projects with strategic business objectives
• Foster a culture of project management excellence within the organization by providing training, mentorship, and tools to empower project managers and improve overall project delivery

Frustrations

• Encountering resistance from department heads in adopting a standardized project management methodology, leading to inconsistent practices and difficulty in tracking progress across the organization
• Lacking visibility into the overall project portfolio, making it challenging to prioritize projects, allocate resources effectively, and align projects with strategic goals
• Dealing with a shortage of skilled project managers, resulting in project delays, budget overruns, and missed opportunities for organizational growth