Listen "The Need for Transformation: Why Project Management Must Evolve Beyond the PMO"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the 4PM Podcast, host Mounir Ajam explores why project management must evolve beyond the traditional Project Management Office (PMO). Despite decades of certifications, frameworks, and tools, project success rates remain frustratingly low. The real issue isn’t effort—it’s structure.Mounir breaks down the systemic inhibitors holding organizations back, from fragmented practices to weak governance integration. He makes the case for a bold transformation: moving from siloed PMOs to a Project Management Division (PMD) led by a Chief Project Officer (CPO).You’ll discover:Why project management is facing a credibility crisisThe root causes of high project failure ratesHow vertical and horizontal integration drive strategy executionThe PMD model and its role in delivering consistent valuePractical frameworks like Uruk’s Value Delivery Methodology and the PCA ModelThis episode is a call to action for executives: project management isn’t just support—it’s strategy. To thrive, organizations must embed it as a core function of governance and leadership.If you’re ready to rethink how your organization delivers value, this episode will give you the roadmap to turn vision into realization.Explore more project management insights at www.urukpm.comConnect with Uruk Project Management:Uruk PM | BlogUruk Project Management | LinkedInUruk PM | TwitterUruk PM | FacebookUruk PM | InstagramUruk PM | Youtube#UrukPM #ProjectManagement #Podcast
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