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IT Project Management in 2025

IT Project Management focuses on planning and executing projects like software development and network upgrades, facing challenges such as rapid technological advancements. It differs from Operations Management, which involves ongoing activities and process improvements. The Project Management Office (PMO) supports project management with varying levels of control, categorized into Supportive, Controlling, and Directive types.

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IT Project Management in 2025

IT Project Management focuses on planning and executing projects like software development and network upgrades, facing challenges such as rapid technological advancements. It differs from Operations Management, which involves ongoing activities and process improvements. The Project Management Office (PMO) supports project management with varying levels of control, categorized into Supportive, Controlling, and Directive types.

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IT Project Management:

Involves planning, organizing, and assigning tasks to achieve IT goals.

○ Examples of IT Projects:

§ Software development

§ Hardware installation

§ Network upgrades

§ Cloud computing

§ Business analytics and data management

○ Challenges:

§ Rapid tech advancements.

§ Infrastructure changes.

§ Risks of using new technology for the first time.

• Working Together:

○ PMO (Project Management Office) and Enterprise Architecture (EA) can collaborate
to improve project success.

○ Project Management Software helps architects manage resources and stay within
budget.

Difference Between Project Management and


Operations Management
• Project Management:

○ Temporary: Has a clear start and end date.

○ Unique: Aims for a specific new outcome.

○ Defined Scope: Clear goals and deliverables.

○ Focused Team: A dedicated team for the project.

○ Example: Developing a new marketing campaign.


• Operations Management:

○ Continuous: Ongoing activities with no end date.

○ Repetitive: Regular tasks to maintain business functions.

○ Process Improvement: Aims to make existing processes more efficient.

○ Standing Team: Staff working on daily operations.

○ Example: Managing customer service calls daily.

Key Differences:

• Projects create new outputs; Operations maintain existing systems.

• Project Managers handle specific projects; Operations Managers ensure smooth, ongoing
business processes.

PMO & its Types:


A PMO (Project Management Office) oversees and supports project management activities to ensure
projects are efficient and align with organizational goals. It can vary from offering guidance to having full
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Types of Project Management Offices (PMOs)

1. Supportive PMO:

○ Offers help, templates, training, and advice.

○ No direct control, just guidance.

○ Good for organizations with loosely organized projects.

2. Controlling PMO:

○ Provides a framework and moderate control.

○ Ensures compliance with processes and tools.

○ Suitable for organizations wanting control over processes.

3. Directive PMO:

○ Has full control over projects.

○ Assigns project managers and sets goals.

○ Best for organizations needing centralized decision-making.

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