Track: Federal Programs

Evaluate Session

In the early days of the COVID 19 crises many teams rose to the occasion and adapted quickly to meet changing customer and employee needs. As the pandemic endured it highlighted some strengths and weaknesses in our current approach to the world of work. We have seen reports of boosted productivity, but also lack of work life balance, increased stress and anxiety, and loss of social connection.

In this talk we will explore how we can use this crises as an opportunity for project managers to redesign their projects for a post pandemic world. We will learn;

• How the role of the Project Manager must evolve to increase clarity, purpose and connection
• How to incorporate talent from anywhere
• How we can be more purposeful in designing an environment for inclusion of all voices

PMI Talent Triangle: Leadership

· When considering the differences between program vs project management or even amongst programs at the Department of Energy, there are differences in Capability and Complexity that must be recognized and considered because “not all programs are the same” and there is no “one size fits all” or “horse blanket” solution to improving DOE program management.
· The Department is attempting to identify and implement a consistent, repeatable framework that DOE’s unique programs can operate within/to and can help codify – and improve upon – current practices
· The Department is making progress in answering:  “What attributes make up a DOE Program Manager?  And how do you improve upon those attributes?”