"Programme Management may be defined as the co-ordinated organisation, direction and implementation of a portfolio of projects and activities that together achieve outcomes and realise benefits that are of strategic importance."
- from Managing Successful Programmes
This website is all about the Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) methodology - what it is, who owns the method, which are available and who you can contact for training and consulting.
Large, complex deliveries are often broken down into manageable, inter-related projects. For those managing this overall delivery the principles of programme management are key to delivering on time and within budget. Cabinet Office Best Management Practice in this area is found in Managing Successful Programmes which was updated in 2011.
Managing Successful Programmes comprises a set of principles and processes for use when managing a programme. It is founded on best practice although it is not prescriptive. It is very flexible and designed to be adapted to meet the needs of local circumstances.
The refreshed 2011 edition of Managing Successful Pogrammes is now available. Read this overview brochure to find out about the changes. Why not order your copy now?
This free resource allows you to attend our informative seminar sessions without stepping out of the office - perfect in this era of budgetary constraints and time pressures!
A Vodcast - "MSP: The Basics", featuring Rod Sowden, Aspire Europe, is available to view via www.best-management-practice.tv.
This white paper explains exactly what MSP is and why an organisation would want to engage with it. The paper also includes an outline of the benefits involved in using MSP along with an overview of the framework.
Download the paper at www.best-management-practice.com.
Best Management Practice is offering a single annual subscription providing online access to the entire suite of its core portfolio, programme, project, value and risk management (PPM) guidance. The subscription is available for individuals and organizations. All the publications are supported by APM Group qualifications.
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