by Jennifer Bailey | Nov 7, 2025 | PMO Development Plans, PMO
PMO professionals are often focused on supporting delivery for others, keeping projects, programmes, and portfolios moving smoothly. Yet, when it comes to the development of the PMO team itself, planning and investment can easily fall behind. A PMO development plan...
by Jennifer Bailey | Nov 4, 2025 | PMO
As the year comes to an end, many PMO professionals find a brief pause in the pace of delivery. It offers a valuable opportunity to reflect on performance, progress and priorities. This is the moment to consider what has worked well, where improvements could be made...
by Jennifer Bailey | Oct 28, 2025 | PMO, Assurance
Project reviews sound simple on paper. Hold a meeting, gather evidence, ask the right questions, and write a report. In practice, they are far more complex. Reviews are not just about process or paperwork; they are about people, timing, and judgement. They can reveal...
by Jennifer Bailey | Oct 20, 2025 | PMO TNA, PMO
We recently ran our PMO TNA – A Practical Approach to Development webinar, and it was a great session with plenty of questions and discussion from PMO professionals. We talked about how a Training Needs Analysis (TNA) gives structure to PMO development, helping...
by Jennifer Bailey | Oct 8, 2025 | PMO
We’re pleased to share that PMO Learning will be exhibiting at the PMO Conference in Edinburgh on Wednesday 12th November. It’s always a highlight in the PMO calendar and a great opportunity to connect with so many people who care deeply about developing strong,...
by Jennifer Bailey | Oct 7, 2025 | PMO
We often talk with organisations and PMO professionals about the importance of developing portfolio-level capability. It’s the point where strategy meets delivery, where the PMO shifts from supporting projects to helping shape what the organisation invests in and why....
by Lindsay Scott | Sep 30, 2025 | PMO
At a glance, the difference between a Project Manager and a PMO Manager might seem pretty clear – one runs a project, the other runs an office. But once you scratch the surface, the comparison becomes much more interesting. And messier. So let’s start simple. A...
by Jennifer Bailey | Sep 22, 2025 | IMPACT Engine, PMO
The IMPACT Engine author Laura Barnard, recently ran an exclusive live webinar where she talked about how PMO professionals at all levels can go from “order takers” to trusted strategic advisors in their organisations. In this exclusive session, she shared practical...
by Jennifer Bailey | Sep 16, 2025 | Bespoke PMO Training, PMO
Earlier this June, we at had the pleasure of attending and exhibiting at the PMO Conference in London. As always, the event was full of insights, conversations, and those lightbulb moments that remind us why the PMO community is such a vibrant one. One of the most...
by Jennifer Bailey | Sep 10, 2025 | IMPACT Engine, PMO
At PMO Learning, we’re always thinking about how PMO professionals can go beyond just ticking boxes and really make a difference. One of the ideas that’s resonated recently is The IMPACT Engine by Laura Barnard. It’s not another dry “best practice” book – it...
by Jennifer Bailey | Sep 3, 2025 | Benefits Management, PMO
Projects and programmes are ultimately judged not just by whether they finish on schedule or within budget, but by the value they create for the business. This value, often described as benefits, can take many forms: financial savings, improved efficiency, enhanced...
by Jennifer Bailey | Aug 26, 2025 | Webinar, PMO
Last week we were back with Lindsay and Eileen for another of our popular “Ask Us Anything” sessions – this time focused on PMO CVs, careers, and industry trends. These webinars are a chance for PMO professionals to put forward their questions, whether it’s about...
by Jennifer Bailey | Aug 19, 2025 | IMPACT Engine, PMO
Every great idea starts with a spark – that lightbulb moment when everything clicks. Earlier this year, in Florida, Lindsay, Eileen, and Laura Barnard from PMO Strategies had one of those moments. In this behind-the-scenes video below, you’ll meet the three of...
by Lindsay Scott | Aug 12, 2025 | Better Business Cases
A few years back, Eileen took part in a panel session with APMG International – they are the ones that examine certification courses such as the House of PMO Essentials and the Better Business Cases. There were lots of great insights in this session that I think...
by Jennifer Bailey | Aug 5, 2025 | PMO
We’re excited to be hosting an upcoming webinar on August 20th, dedicated to PMO professionals. This is your chance to ask us anything – from career advice and CV tips to emerging trends in the PMO space. To help shape the webinar content, we included a...
by Jennifer Bailey | Jul 30, 2025 | PMO TNA, PMO
We’re excited to announce the launch of PMO:TNA – our brand-new Training Needs Analysis (TNA) service designed exclusively for PMO teams. PMOs are increasingly expected to deliver greater strategic value and support broader business goals. However, building the right...
