--- title: PMO establishment - program level controls | PM Partners --- [![PM Partners](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/raw_assets/public/PMPartners_September2021/images/logo.svg "PM Partners")](https://www.pm-partners.com.au/) ![LP banner mobile-min](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/LP%20banner%20mobile-min.jpg?width=1129&height=600&name=LP%20banner%20mobile-min.jpg "LP banner mobile-min") # Build effective portfolio and program frameworks for greater control --- Many organisations have solid project-level delivery frameworks but lack structure at the program and portfolio level. This can lead to inefficiencies and confusion between portfolio governance, focused on investment, and delivery governance, which manages programs and projects. PM-Partners offers tailored solutions to align these frameworks and controls, ensuring cohesive governance and improved outcomes across your portfolio and program management.   [GET IN TOUCH](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/program-level-controls#form) # Build effective portfolio and programme frameworks for greater control --- Many organisations have solid project-level delivery frameworks but lack structure at the programme and portfolio level. This can lead to inefficiencies and confusion between portfolio governance, focused on investment, and delivery governance, which manages programmes and projects. PM-Partners offers tailored solutions to align these frameworks and controls, ensuring cohesive governance and improved outcomes across your portfolio and programme management.   [GET IN TOUCH](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/program-level-controls#form) TRUSTED BY LEADING ORGANISATIONS ![Trusted by leading organisation](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Group%20215.png "Trusted by leading organisation") ### Common challenges in portfolio and programme governance  --- Many organisations struggle with a lack of controls at the programme and portfolio levels, leading to confusion and misalignment with strategic goals.  No programme-level framework ![](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Group%20226.png) Without a dedicated framework, project governance cannot effectively scale to manage larger programmes, causing inefficiencies. Confusion between portfolio and delivery governance ![](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Group%20226.png) Organisations often mix up investment-focused portfolio governance with delivery-focused governance, leading to mismanaged resources. Lack of control systems ![](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Group%20226.png) Ineffective control structures prevent organisations from properly managing budgets, timelines, and resources at the portfolio level. Outdated frameworks ![](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Group%20226.png) Existing frameworks are not always updated to incorporate modern methodologies such as agile or hybrid frameworks, limiting flexibility.  ## Ways we help you achieve clarity and control  --- PM-Partners provides comprehensive solutions to uplift and integrate your programme and portfolio frameworks, helping you gain better control and align your governance structures with strategic objectives.  ![Layer\_1](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Layer_1.png "Layer_1") ### Comprehensive framework assessment We evaluate existing frameworks and identify gaps.  ![Layer\_1-1](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Layer_1-1.png "Layer_1-1") ### Hybrid and agile integration We integrate modern delivery methodologies to enhance flexibility.  ![lp-icon7](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/lp-icon7.png "lp-icon7") ### Governance optimisation We create clear governance structures that drive portfolio and programme alignment. ![Proven success](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Proven%20success.png "Proven success") ### Tailored control systems We design control frameworks that fit your portfolio’s strategic goals. ![Layer\_1-3](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Layer_1-3.png "Layer_1-3") ### Expert guidance Benefit from our extensive experience in project management, agile delivery, and risk management.  ![Layer\_1-4](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Layer_1-4.png "Layer_1-4") ### Customised recovery plans Tailored solutions to reset your project timeline, budget, and objectives for success.  ![Layer\_1-3](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Layer_1-3.png "Layer_1-3") ### Expert guidance Benefit from our extensive experience in project management, agile delivery, and risk management.  ![Layer\_1-4](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Layer_1-4.png "Layer_1-4") ### Customised recovery plans Tailored solutions to reset your project timeline, budget, and objectives for success.  ## Here’s how we can help:  --- - **Comprehensive assessment:** We’ll conduct a thorough review of your frameworks and controls to identify areas for improvement.  - **Customised solutions:** Our experts will design tailored frameworks for your programme and portfolio governance.  - **Ongoing support:** We’ll provide continuous guidance to ensure successful implementation and performance of your governance structures ### Client success stories --- We’ve helped organisations strengthen their portfolio and programme governance with customised frameworks and controls, delivering clear and measurable results. [Learn more about our comprehensive range of advisory and delivery services.](https://www.pm-partners.com.au/services/) ![Apa](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/Apa.jpg "Apa") ### APA PM-Partners helped APA establish a comprehensive project framework and PMO, evolving into an EPMO to support the growing demands of the energy industry.  Industry: Energy and utilities   ![cuscal logo](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/cuscal%20logo.jpg "cuscal logo") ### Cuscal  We assisted Cuscal in right-sizing its PMO and creating a tailored programme framework to align with its technological transformation strategy. Industry: Financial services   ![aus gas logo](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hubfs/aus%20gas%20logo.jpg "aus gas logo") ### Australian Gas Infrastructure Group  PM-Partners worked with AGIG to establish a fit-for-purpose project framework and PMO, ensuring efficient delivery across the business.  Industry: Energy and utilities   ## How we work --- For over 25 years, PM-Partners has been helping organisations optimise their delivery frameworks and governance structures. Our expert team works alongside yours to ensure your frameworks support agile delivery, are fit for purpose, and aligned with your strategic objectives. ## Why choose PM-Partners? --- ![Group 221 (1)](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%20221%20(1).png?width=55&height=55&name=Group%20221%20(1).png) Proven success: Over two decades of experience in developing and uplifting frameworks across a range of industries. ![Layer\_1 (1)](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Layer_1%20(1).png?width=54&height=68&name=Layer_1%20(1).png) Expert team: Work with seasoned professionals who have deep knowledge of project and programme management frameworks.  ![](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Layer_1-1-1.png?width=55&height=55&name=Layer_1-1-1.png) Tailored solutions: Customised strategies to fit your specific delivery and governance framework challenges.  ![Registered Project Management Education Provider](https://view.pm-partners.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/PMPartners_September2021/images/footer-logos-4.png?width=1170&name=footer-logos-4.png "Registered Project Management Education Provider") PM-Partners group is a DASA training partner, a Project Management Institute (PMI)® Global Registered Education Provider (R.E.P), an APMG-International Accredited Training Organisation (ATO), an AXELOS Certified Partner, an accredited partner of PeopleCert (Partner ID: 3800), an Endorsed Education Provider™ (EEP™) for the International Institute for Business Analysis™ (IIBA®), a Scaled Agile Silver Partner and a Microsoft® EPM Solution Partner. 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