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Author  Allan Thomson, Axelos PPM Product Ambassador

July 29, 2019 |

 4 min read

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According to the recently published AXELOS PPM Benchmarking Report 2019, project managers are facing multiple challenges in their day-to-day roles.

PRINCE2® is becoming more important than ever when we examine some of these key challenges and how PRINCE2 can help.

  1. Under pressure to do more with less

Increased efficiency – through the structured approach and tools to manage cost, risk and timely delivery, PRINCE2 enables project managers to plan, manage and deliver projects efficiently. A tailored approach specific to the project shows that PRINCE2 is scalable, flexible, repeatable; ensuring the appropriate amount of planning, control and governance is applied.

  1. Limited resources

Alignment with business objectives results in resource and investment being optimized through continual realignment with business objectives, ensuring continued business justification. This is particularly useful if a limited resource is used effectively.

  1. Organizational approaches to project management

Manage change effectively – PRINCE2 provides the structure and governance to initiate, manage and deliver change within an organization. In addition, it mitigates risk through managing by stages. This enables risks to be raised and resolved in a timely manner.

  1. Poor communication

Improved communication within teams and with stakeholders – the roles and responsibilities of PRINCE2 reduce the chances of poor communication. In addition, PRINCE2 enables collaboration – it ensures a common language and approach across the project team and organization.

  1. Meeting stakeholder and customer expectations

Improved communication with stakeholders and customers – the roles and responsibilities of PRINCE2 ensure that the customer, supplier and user interests are represented and met.

The importance of senior management

The importance of effective senior management is a key contributor to project success. As a result of this and to support businesses further, AXELOS has developed a Directing Guide that covers the questions frequently asked by people who sponsor or direct projects. It has been designed specifically for project boards to use as a reference and fits together seamlessly with the Managing Guide. It is all about being in balance, as the project board and the project manager must work together to ensure that the project is a success.

Driving business change through successful projects

Our latest research report “The Power of Professional Certification” has shown that achieving certification instils confidence in the individuals and allows them to perform at their best. The report also states that decision-makers and end users place a high value on PPM certification and this is expected to be in high demand over the next two years and beyond.

PRINCE2 provides individuals and organizations with the most effective practical guidance and endorsement of acquired knowledge to develop skills and processes. This will support them succeed in transforming their business.

Download the AXELOS PPM Benchmarking Report 2019.

Monitoring yourself and developing these skills is a constant challenge and it’s necessary to be honest with yourself to improve continually as a project manager.

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