WhichP3Ocapability is MOST likely to lead to unviable projects being stopped at the initialinvestment gate?
A. Tracking of progress on programmes against key outcomes
B. Selection of the right programmes and projects via an established structure
C. Identification of potential duplication of scope or double counting of benefits
D. Coordinated change control process across multiple projects and business operations
Which is NOT a typical Key Performance Indicator which can be used to measure the success of aP3O?
A. Increased success of programmes delivering to budget
B. Improved portfolio balance in relation to spend on short term contract resource
C. Increased use of implemented tools by operations staff
D. Enhanced contribution measured against the Benefits Realization Plan
Which of the following describe the relationship between change and business as usual? 1.Programmes deliver change into an organization's business operations environment 2.Business stakeholders must be engaged appropriately about the changes being delivered 3.Programme delivery should take priority over business as usual activities 4.Disruption to business as usual needs to be considered when planning changes
A. 1,2,3
B. 1,2,4
C. 1,3,4
D. 2,3,4
Which office within aP3Omodel provides delivery support to the'Identify' process of a programme?
A. Temporary Project Office
B. Organization Portfolio Office
C. COE
D. Temporary Programme Office
Which is an activity in the implementation lifecycle for a permanentP3O?
A. Return staff members to operational roles
B. Run an office through to delivery
C. Close down a Programme Office
D. Deliver capability / Realize benefits
Which is needed when getting the investment for aP3O?
A. Independence of assurance services
B. Defined portfolio of change
C. Provision of secretariat services
D. Recognition of the need for change
Which is NOT a use of integrated tools?
A. Links information across business change initiatives in a hierarchical manner
B. Allows multiple people to access multiple sets of information
C. Supports a single business change initiative with multiple users
D. Uses a single installation of the tool across the organization
Which is a function of strategic mapping software?
A. Distributes and shares learning among the PPM community
B. Models an organization's systems and processes
C. Matches programmes and projects to portfolio benefits and outcomes
D. Supports a common, integrated approach to risk management
Which of the following describe a decentralizedP3Omodel? 1.Uses hub offices to support local need 2.Has a single office providing support to the entire organization 3.Has a central office typically providing portfolio support 4.Uses standards set by a central COE with local variations
A. 1,2,3
B. 1,2,4
C. 1,3,4
D. 2,3,4
What role provides facilitated workshops to promote consistent project management practice?
A. Project Specialist
B. Project Officer
C. Head of Project Office
D. Secretariat/administrator