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Author: Paul Rayner

A clear and concise introduction to programme management. The impact of new technologies has led many organisations to adopt programmes as a means of achieving organisational change. Programmes are temporary management structures designed to help organisations achieve specific objectives. Programmes come in many different shapes and sizes and the term programme is applied to many different structures. This guide will help to clarify what a programme consists of and its components. This guide was written by authors working in the Programme Management SIG (Specific Interest Group) affiliated to the Association for Project Management, Europes largest single national professional body dedicated to project management. To find out more, please contact the SIG at http://www.e-programme.com/progm.htm

Publisher: APM

Date published: 30/10/2007

ISBN: 190349463X

Price: £10

Author: Chris Venning

Integrating the two methods is a challenge that many organisations are facing. When the organisation also operates a portfolio-driven model of change, the challenges are even greater.This unique publication offers practical and pragmatic advice on how to integrate MSP and PRINCE2 within a cohesive portfolio-driven framework that reinforces the best practice principles of both methods, whilst allowing the strategic alignment and organisational ownership of good portfolio management.

Publisher: TSO (The Stationary Office)

Date published: 31/12/2007

ISBN: 0113310757

Price: £30

Author: J Chittenden

This is a quick, yet thorough, reference to programme management in a handy sized format. It uses principles, processes and key terms which are consistent with OGC advice and guidance on programme management, to supply a best practice approach. Programme management is the co-ordination, organisation, direction and implementation of a portfolio of related projects to achieve a defined outcome and realise specified benefits. It delivers change in manageable phases with formal review points for checking progress against plans. Programme management is particularly suitable for delivery of change (which might be new ways of working, organisational restructure, implementing a new policy initiative). It enables the organisation to focus on outcomes - 'where we want to be'- while allowing flexibility in the route to those outcomes. This new title explains how programme management can enhance an organisation, with benefits to the management process, and enable successful business change. It also covers Business Case management, Quality management, and an overview of processes and products.

Publisher: Van Haren Publishing

Date published: 13/10/2006

ISBN: 907721671

Price: £20.99

Author: OGC Office of Government Commerce

Good project management capability alone is not enough to deliver large-scale change. Running a series of projects with interlinking activities requires a new set of skills, techniques and processes - programme management. This book introcudes guidance for successful programme management. Using real-life examples, it shows how to ensure co-ordination and direction across all projects, working effectivel towards the business objectives. This approach has been developed in consultation with experts around the world.

Publisher: TSO (The Stationary Office)

Date published: 31/12/2007

ISBN: 0113310633

Price: £15

Author: Craig Letavec

The role of project management in the modern organization has grown significantly. The effective management of project portfolios that include numerous short-terms projects, large multi-project programs or both has become a growing challenge for industry, government and other institutions. Many organizations have identified a need to formalize the practice of project management and develop centers of coordination and excellence for project management. The Program Management Office is a guide to satisfying this need for improved coordination, standardization, optimization, and management of the practice of project management. It addresses the strategic and practical aspects of establishing and managing the program management office (PMO) including how to create a clear and compelling business case for the PMO and sell the business case to management, how to design, structure, and implement a PMO, and how to clearly demonstrate the value provided by the PMO once operational.

Publisher: J. Ross Publishing, Inc.

Date published: 01/09/2006

ISBN: 1932159592

Price: $49.94