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Top 10 Signs You've Outgrown Spreadsheets for Project & Portfolio Management

Laith Adel — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Spreadsheets are often where project and portfolio management begins. They are familiar, flexible and easy to set up. For a small number of projects, they may be all an organisation needs.

Real-Time PMO Reporting with Almost No Overhead

Laith Adel — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Reporting should be a by-product of the work, not a separate production line.

PMO Financial Reporting: How to Talk to the CFO About Your Portfolio

Laith Adel — Thu, 14 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A translation guide for PMO leaders who keep getting asked "but what does it actually cost?" at PMO financial reporting.

Planning Your Exit from Microsoft Project Online Before September 2026

Laith Adel — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Microsoft has confirmed that Microsoft Project Online will be retired in September 2026, meaning organisations currently relying on it must plan their transition.

Is PMO Dead in 2026? Or Is AI About to Make It Indispensable?

Laith Adel — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT

For more than a decade, organisations have been told the PMO is either essential or unnecessary overhead. Now AI has entered the equation, and the question is resurfacing with more force.

How Thriving PMOs Drive Value Delivery and Benefits Realisation

Laith Adel — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 13:00:00 GMT

As part of our How to Build a PMO That Thrives series, one of the defining characteristics of a high-performing PMO is its unrelenting focus on delivering value.

How Thriving PMOs Leverage Technology and Data Analytics for Better Decision-Making

Laith Adel — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT

As part of our How to Build a PMO That Thrives series, this article explores how modern PMOs use technology and data to drive performance, visibility, and strategic decision-making.

Workflow Optimisation: How to Improve Efficiency and Eliminate Bottlenecks

Laith Adel — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Every business, no matter the size or industry, relies on workflows; sequences of tasks that deliver outcomes. Over time, however, these workflows can become bloated, outdated, or riddled with inefficiencies. That’s where workflow optimisation becomes essential.

How to Build a High-Performing PMO Team: Investing in PMO Talent and Capability

Laith Adel — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT

A PMO is only as effective as the people who run it. Building a thriving PMO means investing in the right mix of skills, experience, and capacity within the PMO team.

Executive Sponsorship Strategies Every PMO Needs to Succeed

Laith Adel — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT

In our series on how to build a PMO that thrives, one of the most critical success factors is strong and sustained executive sponsorship. Without visible and ongoing support from senior leadership, even the best-designed PMOs struggle to gain traction, secure resources, and demonstrate their true value.