Understanding project management
Before diving into the first pillar, let’s take a quick look at how the pillars support each other, as illustrated in Figure 2.1:
Figure 2.1 – The pillars of a TPM
Program management and project management are directly related to one another and complement each other within every program manager role. The program management phases and tactics build on top of the project management phases and tactics. And since a program involves multiple projects, they often share direct feedback, as risks at the program level can manifest at the project level and vice versa. The technical toolset supports both the program and project management pillars, as it provides the technical acumen to refine and more effectively utilize those skill sets.
To see how the three pillars relate to various managerial roles, we can look at Figure 2.2. The first two pillars are shared with other program and project manager roles. Nonetheless...
