P3O Foundation

Implementation & Lifecycle

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  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

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