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Forum Discussion on PMI Podcast The PMI Podcast, Projectified, recently showed how strategically integrating the Project Management Office (PMO) into an organization can alter it. Steve Hendershot's and subsequent discussions showed how valuable PMOs can be in strategy creation. The episode discussed how traditional PMOs are becoming proactive strategic partners from their past role as passive executors. Instead of receiving strategic guidance, they shape it. The fact that Tom Kuczynski revealed how businesses increasingly collaborate during planning supports this trend. Modern firms collaborate from start to finish, not just hand over orders ( Projectified, 2021) . The inclusion of PMO leaders in strategic talks emphasizes the need to bridge communication gaps in fragmented and distributed work organizations. PMOs can unite teams and portfolios by sharing the company's goal. PMI's 2021 Pulse of the Profession survey shows that 70% of firms have a PMO, underlining the need to match its output with strategic goals. Katitja Molele's perspective from Coca-Cola's Johannesburg offices was insightful. They turned broad strategies into action by smoothly integrating strategy and the PMO. This transition is captured by Molele's sentiment, turning a PowerPoint into a fridge. PMOs changed from executors to strategists. Senior management now regards PMOs as powerful strategy instruments. Journey isn't without hurdles. Molele correctly noted that technology has its drawbacks ( Projectified, 2021) . Modern PMOs' silos and technology-focused approach, which typically neglects stakeholder involvement, might reduce productivity. To deliver value, prioritize stakeholder management and consider the end user.

The changing PMO narrative was reinforced by DC Water's experience. Under Tom Kuczynski, their IT PMO increased project completion and creativity, resulting in the nonprofit Blue Drop. This real-life example shows that a strong PMO may maximize IT project value. Current global issues, including COVID-19, were also discussed. PMOs' agility and resilience, as seen by DC Water's swift shift to remote working due to their cloud-based strategy, demonstrate their importance in modern enterprises ( Projectified, 2021) . In conclusion, the Projectified podcast highlighted the PMO's growing role in strategic decision-making. Strategic alignment, efficient execution, and increased value delivery can be achieved by integrating PMOs. Key takeaway? PMOs are dynamic, future-shaping enterprises, not just back-office tasks. Reference Projectified. (2021, February 24). Reimagining the Project Management Office | projectified. https://www.pmi.org/learning/training-development/projectified- podcast/podcasts/reimagining-the-project-management-office Reply Hello Hirosha, Your detailed explanation of the Project Management Office (PMO) and its vital tasks is much appreciated. You mentioned PMOs' broad function in procedure design and strategic goal alignment. Resource management is a serious concern. You also stressed the importance of end- user-friendly IT solutions. Conflicts between process flow and knowledge level are intriguing

and can cause inefficiencies. Your mention of post-implementation audits underlines the premise that PMOs should not only execute projects but also evaluate them. Your conclusion correctly emphasizes PMOs' changing role in today's dynamic business climate. PMOs must face difficulties and adapt to stay relevant and effective.

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