Which is an activity in the definition and implementation of a temporary Programme Office?
A. Create a Vision Statement for the office
B. Transfer the realization of benefits to the operational environment
C. Identify existing processes defined by the COE that may used
D. Design the future state Blueprint
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 offices can aP3Omodel consist of? 1.Permanent only 2.Temporary only 3.Both permanent and temporary 4.Neither permanent nor temporary
A. 1, 2, 3
B. 1, 2, 4
C. 1, 3, 4
D. 2, 3, 4
Which is a COE function or service offered within aP3O?
A. Capacity planning of PPM resources
B. Support to Programme Managers through internal consultancy
C. Support for escalated risks
D. Maintaining a Risk Register on behalf of a project
Which role provides consultancy advice and guidance to Project Managers across the organization?
A. Project Specialist
B. Project Officer
C. Portfolio Analyst
D. P3OSponsor
Which non-PPM function is often provided by aP3Oin the interests of business efficiency?
A. Challenging project data
B. Scrutinising the impact of project delivery on business as usual
C. Escalating risks and issues
D. Providing a secretariat service to management boards
Which of the following describe how an Organization Portfolio Office helps deliver change?
1.
Allows the right resources to be allocated to the right programmes and projects
2.
Focuses on identifying changes that align best to strategic objectives
3.
Monitors progress of programmes and projects against key organizational objectives
4.
Is primarily concerned with implementing the change correctly
A. 1,2,3
B. 1,2,4
C. 1,3,4
D. 2,3,4
Which factor will NOT influence the size of aP3O?
A. Number and type of functions it will deliver
B. Size of the programmes and projects it will support
C. Budget of the programmes and projects it will support
D. Training requirements for its members of staff
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
Which is a section of the Blueprint?
A. Business process swimlanes
B. Information portal
C. Vision Statement
D. Processes (including operational costs and performance levels)