Implementation & Lifecycle
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Implementation & Lifecycle: example questions & answers
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When implementing a P3O, which approach does the guidance recommend for justifying the office?
- ACopy another organisation's P3O structure exactly, without any analysis of local needs
- BImplement without any business case to save time
- CDevelop and maintain a business case that demonstrates the value of the P3O✓
- DRely solely on verbal agreement from one sponsor
Answer: The guidance recommends developing and maintaining a business case for the P3O, demonstrating its value and benefits so that continued investment can be justified.
Which of the following best describes the recommended way to implement a P3O?
- AAs a permanent fixture that never changes once set up
- BAs a programme or project in its own right, delivered in a phased and incremental way✓
- COnly after all organisational change has finished
- DAs a single big-bang change with no review points
Answer: Implementing a P3O should be treated as a programme or project in its own right, often delivered incrementally so that value is demonstrated early and the model evolves with need.
What is the purpose of a 'blueprint' when implementing or re-energising a P3O?
- ATo list every individual who has ever worked in the office and their job titles
- BTo record only the IT hardware budget
- CTo replace the need for any stakeholder engagement
- DTo describe the future P3O model, capabilities and operating structure✓
Answer: A blueprint describes the target P3O: its functions, services, structure, processes and the capabilities required, providing a clear picture of the future state to work towards.