Latest Blog
Project Management and the 5C’s in a Covid World
Reflecting on this new mode of working I have gathered learnings from Project Managers across multiple project types and environments to synthesise some patterns for enhanced project success.
Interview with Tony Sattout
Tony Sattout has had a successful career starting in construction projects and moving to the executive ranks in a large Australian financial institution. He consults widely as a change catalyst and executive coach for major programs in diverse industries.
Servant or Provider of Project Services. Which are you?
Unfortunately, the project management methodologies available have inadvertently created many servants rather than effective project service providers. What does this
Kick-Off Projects on the Right Foot with an Effective Pre-Establishment Review
In my most recent article ‘powering up your project post-implementation reviews’ I outlined the critical behavioural elements that must be
Powering Up Your Project’s Post-Implementation Review
Are you and your team actively learning from your Project Post-Implementation Reviews (PIR)? Or are the same mistakes being made time
Let the Project Intent determine the Project Team’s Posture
Following on from my last article “when project management gets in the road of good project management” I was asked
When Project Management gets in the Road of Good Project Management
In reviewing projects across many sectors and organisations I am becoming more concerned that project managers are following a standard
5 Tips for Managing Difficult Project Feedback
In my consulting practice, I often conduct project and operational performance reviews. One area that regularly features in my reports
The Obvious Question Rarely Asked in a Business Case
Congratulations you have just been appointed the Project Manager (PM) for this very important project. The Sponsor has handed you
6 Tests When Reviewing Board Project Reports
Earlier this year I posted 10 Questions the Board Should Ask Projects that received plenty of attention. The focal point was the
The 7 Attributes of a Brilliant Project Sponsor
I am often asked to critique the performance of the Project Sponsor as part of the Post Implementation Review (PIR).
10 killer project wastes
Large corporates with significant Enterprise Portfolio Offices (EPOs) are seeking to achieve greater returns on their project investments. Most are
10 questions the Board should ask projects.
In the fast-paced world of disruption, trade liberalisation, technology innovation and the availability of cheap capital competition faced by business