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EXTERNAL PMO SUPPORT

Strengthen project governance and delivery without the cost of an in-house PMO.

We provide flexible external PMO support that improves oversight, reporting and accountability across your projects—whether you're managing one major initiative or an entire portfolio.

Flexible monthly support. No long-term commitment.

This service is for organisations that

Deliver multiple projects
Need better visibility of progress, risks and priorities
Want consistent reporting for trustees, directors or funders
Need support coordinating projects and delivery teams
Are growing and need stronger but simple project controls
Want an experienced PMO without hiring permanent staff

You can ask us to

Establish practical project governance
Create dashboards, reporting and delivery trackers
Monitor project progress, risks and issues
Facilitate governance and review meetings
Prioritise projects and plan resources
Develop PMO templates, standards and processes
Coordinate reporting across projects and programmes
Provide independent project assurance
Strengthen internal project management capability

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Not sure if you need Project Management or External PMO Support?

Project Management is best when you need someone to help deliver a specific project.

External PMO Support is best when you need governance, oversight, reporting and coordination across multiple projects or organisational initiatives.

We can help you identify the right option during your free consultation.

Manage projects better

An example of what we've done for others

We've helped organisations improve project governance, introduce consistent reporting, strengthen delivery oversight and give leadership better visibility of project performance.

What others have said about us and this service

"Top-class project management expertise combined with trusted strategic advice throughout delivery."

Liam Burns

Chief of Programme, Scouts (UK)

"Their planning and management expertise helped us strengthen our organisation and achieve national recognition."

Gillian Wallace

Manager, Advocacy in Barnet

"Their knowledge and experience helped us build vital new systems to support the growth and future development of our organisation."

Kayleigh Kanoza

Executive Director – Strategy & Change, Scouts Canada

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This service can be combined with others depending on your needs. No long-term commitment required.

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