The Challenge

The engineers at European Electronique predominantly work on site, providing engineering tech support to schools and colleges. With different engineers working on different sites, visibility of availability was poor and project planning was a challenge. The team needed a central hub to improve communication and track resources across the team.  After Initial licence purchase, the client found they needed a little assistance in configuring both areas to provide a well structured PMO solution that integrated with the Resource Management module.

Our Solution

We worked collaboratively with the client to help build and set up a Project Management Solution in Smartsheet.  We then helped configure a Resource Management module to integrate with the PMO. 

Once this was up and running we then provided training across the team on how to use it. 

The Benefits 

• Increased visibility across multiple projects
• Single source of data shared among the team 
• Reduction in duplication of work
• Effective resource management 
• Streamlined the management of the projects

Testimonial

“From the start the support I have received from Debbie and the team has been great. It can be quite demanding sometimes when you have users that want to run before they can walk and I am no exception. Idea generation and training have been provided throughout and also with a friendly smile, it is always nice to be valued, and the team certainly made me feel that way – thank you.”

Richard Howes- Head of Project Management Office- European Electronique

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Enabling this connection will allow you to either automatically generate a new resource plan from scratch, or connect to an existing one in Control Center.

Once established, you can then use the Resource Management panel to manage your resources alongside your tasks.

To configure Control Center and Resource Management, simply:

1. Ensure the Resource Management account you want to use for Control Center is authorized to use Smartsheet.
2. Link Control Center to your RM account. 
3. Review your intake sheet.
4. Configure the blueprint(s).
5. Create your Resource Management plan.

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The function can vary depending on the scale and project type, but usually the focus is on project cost, schedule, and resource allocation. A good Project Management Office should help you with: 

• Project scheduling
• Resource management 
• Tracking project performance and Identifying risks
• Standardising your policies to ensure quality and consistency in projects
• Communication with key stakeholders and team members

A PMO can provide reliable support when trying to run a project at scale. They are particularly important when trying to keep pace with rapid growth and technology changes You should consider implementing a PMO if:  

• You are finding difficulty meeting your targets and goals. 
• Your organisation is going through a period of rapid growth or change. 
• Management requires greater visibility on resources and costings. 
• You are finding your budgets are becoming unmanageable. 
• You are looking to standardize your practises and protocols.

Contact us today for a chat on how we can help you create an affordable PMO to suit your project needs.

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