Modern, hands-on PM training that elevates project managers to deliver strategic value — not just outputs. Fully aligned with PMI’s PMBOK® Guide 8th Edition.
Developed by one of the PMBOK 8 lead authors
Tangible Results
Unlike traditional “check-the-box” programs, this workshop blends essential PM techniques with practical, business-focused application to accelerate strategy execution.
PROGRAM CURRICULUM
Customizable by project — apply exactly what each initiative needs to deliver value quickly without over-processing.
Before Initiation, Discovery evaluates whether an idea is a viable project, an operation, or a “just do it” activity. It defines the business challenge, assesses feasibility, aligns benefits with strategy, and produces a Business Case for portfolio prioritization. This is where problem identification and solution definition take place, ensuring only the right work moves forward.
Initiation defines the project’s purpose, scope, and solution, and aligns it with organizational strategy. It formalizes the Project Charter, identifies stakeholders, secures key resources, and outlines expected outcomes and value. This phase concludes with sponsor approval of the charter, funding, and overall direction, ensuring the project is ready to move into planning.
Planning defines how the project will be executed by establishing the project structure, operating model, and detailed delivery approach. It involves collaborating with the project team to break down the work into clear deliverables, develop the project management plan and schedule, and define governance, constraints, and execution steps. This phase ensures alignment on what will be delivered, how it will be done, and who is responsible, providing a clear roadmap for successful project execution.
Delivery executes the project plan by producing and delivering the defined outputs while actively managing performance, risks, and issues. Progress is continuously monitored against scope, schedule, and cost, with regular communication to stakeholders and escalation of any variances. This phase ensures effective control, informed decision-making, and alignment to expected outcomes, driving the realization of project value.
Closure finalizes the project by delivering outputs to the customer, transitioning ownership to operations, and completing all administrative, contractual, and financial activities. It includes releasing resources, archiving documentation, and conducting lessons learned to evaluate performance and capture insights. This phase ensures a smooth handover, formal project acceptance, and valuable inputs for improving future projects.
Value measures the success of the project by evaluating whether the expected benefits, outcomes, and return on investment are realized after delivery. It involves conducting post-implementation reviews, tracking performance over time, and assessing alignment with business objectives defined earlier in the lifecycle. This phase ensures that value is achieved, identifies opportunities for improvement, and informs future initiatives.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Anyone responsible for leading, managing, or sponsoring organizational transformation.
Driving change on the ground, every day.
Responsible for transformation outcomes across the org.
Seeking stronger skills in leading successful change initiatives.
Decision-makers involved in organizational transformation.
Course Description: Strategic Project Delivery for Maximum ROI
Course Title: The IMPACT PM Framework: Maximizing ROI Through Adaptive Project Delivery
Course Overview:
A comprehensive and adaptive approach to delivering projects in a way that helps drive a higher return on investment for every project. Most project management approaches focus only on the execution of the project, as opposed to ensuring projects are set up for success before they start. Our framework includes guidance on properly sizing the project before you start so that you can right-size the application of the framework to meet the needs of that individual project.
This customization allows you to define a core set of must-have best practices that each project should have while giving you the flexibility to apply common sense to the project so that all the steps, templates, process, and governance are just what the project needs to deliver value quickly without over-processing the effort.
The IMPACT Project Management™ Framework starts with the end in mind. During Discovery the proper steps are taken to ensure the measurable desired outcomes are clarified so that the project can not only meet time, scope, and cost requirements, but yield the more important desired business outcomes and return for the investment during the Value measurement phase. It’s not enough to measure business benefits, you must also ensure those projects achieved those benefits in a way that made the project worth doing in the first place. Our solution includes ongoing access or the option for PMO Strategies to create a customized version of the IMPACT Project Management™ Framework for your internal use, built on your internal platform.
Who Should Attend: This course is designed for project managers, project leaders, and professionals involved in project delivery who seek to maximize the return on investment for their projects. It is also beneficial for senior leaders, executives, and decision-makers responsible for aligning projects with strategic business outcomes.
Prerequisites: Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of project management principles and practices. Familiarity with project initiation and strategic alignment concepts will be helpful but not required.
Course Duration: The “Maximizing ROI through Adaptive Project Delivery” training program spans two days of immersive learning. Each day will consist of approximately six hours of instruction, including interactive exercises, case studies, and group discussions.
By the end of this course, participants will possess the knowledge and skills to apply the IMPACT Project Management™ Framework effectively, align projects with strategic outcomes, and drive maximum return on investment for their organizations.
Contact us to discuss IMPACT Project Management™ training for your organization.
