Project: Oversee the successful execution of initiatives aligned with strategy.What are the different types of PMOs?The three main types of PMOs are:Supportive PMO: Provides templates, best practices, and guidance to Project Managers.Controlling PMO:
- Key takeaways
- PRINCE2 Agile blends project governance with iterative delivery to stay controlled while adapting to change.
Use PRINCE2 roles, controls and business justification to keep accountability and investment oversight clear.
Apply Agile practices such as Scrum, Kanban and short planning horizons to deliver usable increments early.Tailor governance, reporting and documentation to project size and risk, rather than applying a fixed rulebook.Manage risk actively with visible registers, frequent reviews and clear escalation points.Measure value and flow with actionable metrics, then use retrospectives to drive continuous improvement.
Contents
Contents Introduction to PRINCE2 Agile
Defining PRINCE2, Agile and PRINCE2 Agile
- Key features and principles of PRINCE2 Agile Benefits of PRINCE2 Agile
- Certification structure: Foundation and Practitioner levels
Core entities and terminology FAQs
Introduction to PRINCE2 AgilePRINCE2 Agile is a hybrid
project management methodology developed by Axelos
that combines the established governance and control elements of
PRINCE2
with the adaptive, flexible practices of Agile frameworks. It is widely used for managing Monitor and reassess periodically
What is PRINCE2?Create detailed action plans and allocate resourcesPRINCE2Ongoing
(Projects in Controlled Environments, version 2) is a risk management
project management methodology is critical for successful outcomes. It involves careful tracking and refinement of the risk management process. Identifying and addressing project risks early can significantly improve project resilience and success rates.
based on best practice principles for project governance, roles, processes, and controls. It was developed to provide a universally applicable structure for running projects of any size.Monitoring and measuring project progressWhat is Agile?Monitoring and measuring progress are crucial aspects of project management that help ensure project success. This section will cover various aspects of monitoring and measuring project progress, including the use of key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance management baselines.AgileKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)
refers to a group of methodologies, such as Selecting appropriate KPIs
ScrumSelecting the right KPIs is important to ensure effective monitoring and measuring of project progress. The KPIs should be aligned with the project objectives and should provide insights into the project’s performance. Some of the commonly used KPIs include:
, Schedule Performance IndexKanban (SPI), and Cost Performance Index
- (CPI)
- Quality metrics
- Stakeholder satisfaction scores
- .
- Tracking and reporting methods
- Once the KPIs are selected, it is important to have effective tracking and reporting mechanisms in place. This can include:
- Regular status meetings
- Automated dashboards
Milestone tracking.
Performance management baseline
- Integrating cost, schedule, and scope
- Develop an integrated baseline that blends the projects:
- Work Breakdown Structure
(WBS)
ScheduleBudget.Element
Integration methodCostMap budget to WBS elements
ScheduleLink timeline to WBS deliverablesScope
Align
- WBS with project objectivesUsing baselines for decision-making
- Utilise baselines to:
- Spot variances earlyPredict project resultsRationale corrective actions
Setting clear KPIs and performance baselines enables project managers to track progress and make data-driven decisions.
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Who should get PRINCE2 Agile certified?Effective communication and collaborationCommunicationThis qualification is suitable for and project managers
- collaboration, team leaders, Scrum Masters, Product Owners,
- are key success factors in project management. In this section, we will discuss how to develop communication plans and utilise collaboration tools.business analysts
- Communication plan development, and any professionals involved in
Stakeholder communication needsproject delivery
Executive sponsors: Executive updatesPRINCE2 Agile compared to other frameworks
Team members: Detailed tasksFramework
- Clients: Progress and milestonesApproach
- External partners: Relevant project details.Focus
- Communication channels and frequencyBest for
Define appropriate channels and cadence:PRINCE2
StakeholderStructured, sequential (Waterfall)ChannelGovernance, Frequencyproject control
ExecutivesAll sizes and types of project
Email reportsPRINCE2 Agile
MonthlyHybrid
- TeamGovernance with flexibilityStand-up meetingsOrganisations needing both control and adaptabilityAgilePM
- AgileIterative delivery, flexibility
- Projects requiring rapid responseScrum
, a PRINCE2 course
, or an