Project Management

The Division of Technology & Innovation’s PMO office, or project management office, is a unit that oversees and supports the planning, execution and evaluation of technology-related projects. The PMO office works closely with the Executive Leadership of the technology division, who are responsible for providing and maintaining the technology infrastructure and services for the schools, staff and students. The PMO office ensures that the technology projects are aligned with the school system’s and division’s strategic goals, are aligned to the standards of project management, and deliver the expected outcomes within budget and timeline. The PMO office also monitors and reports on the progress and performance of the technology projects, identifies and resolves any issues or risks, and facilitates communication and collaboration among the project stakeholders. Some of the functions of the PMO office include:

• Defining the project management methodology and tools for the technology division
• Developing and maintaining the project portfolio and prioritizing the project requests
• Providing guidance, training and coaching to the project managers and staff leading projects
• Establishing and enforcing quality assurance and risk management processes
• Evaluating and documenting the project results and lessons learned

The PMO office plays a vital role in enhancing the efficiency, effectiveness and innovation of the technology division in GCPS. By implementing a PMO office, the technology division can improve its project delivery, optimize its resource utilization, increase its customer satisfaction, and achieve its strategic objectives