Would VUCA work?
With the recent escalation of conflict in the region, I’ve noticed some people advocating the use of “VUCA” model.” It’s an easy label to reach for when things feel uncertain. But it’s worth asking a simple question: are we using the right framework for...
The CAPEX–OPEX Problem Between Business and IT
In a previous experience, I worked with an organization that repeatedly struggled with one basic question: who should pay for digital systems once they are implemented? Getting approval for project CAPEX was challenging but usually achievable. The real problem started...
When PMOs Multiply: Good Intentions Turn into Friction
I once worked with an organization that was genuinely trying to improve how it delivered strategy. There was no belief that it had “figured out” transformation governance. In fact, the opposite was true. The leadership team recognized growing complexity, delivery...
The Case for ITPMO Managed Services: Elevating Delivery from Cost to Capability
In the post I published last week, I explored why IT projects often fail—due to misaligned requirements, accountability gaps, cost ownership conflicts, and insufficient change management. Those challenges are real. What they point to is that many organizations still...
Why IT Projects Fail—and How an ITPMO Can Change That
Over the past decade, I’ve had the opportunity to lead and oversee complex technology-driven programs across sectors such as defense and financial services. My journey began as an IT Project Manager, later evolving into building and managing IT PMOs (Information...
Reflecting on My Experience as a Judge for the 2024 PMI PMO Global Awards
In 2024, I had the incredible honor of serving on the Judging Committee for the PMI PMO Global Awards, the world’s largest and most prestigious recognition program for PMOs. Organized by the PMO Global Alliance (PMOGA), a subcommunity within the Project Management...
Time to Transform Banking in the Middle East
The Central Bank of Bahrain has announced its plans to launch the first phase of the national electronic wallet next month (Link). The eWallet will truly revolutionize the way banking is conducted in Bahrain to both the banks and customers. Customers will be able to...
All summed up in Culture
An organizational culture is the sum total of all I have discussed in my previous posts. It is the product of your people, your policies, and the way your organization does business. Before you can define your organization’s culture, you must understand what a culture...