
- Report
Bridging the Gap: Positioning PMOs as Indispensable Partners in Strategy Execution
What must-have capabilities elevate PMO performance?
PMI’s research reveals how Project Management Offices can deliver greater strategic value and spotlights the critical PMO capabilities driving real impact.
Summary
How do you maximize the strategic impact of your Project Management Office (PMO)? In today’s complex and fast-moving business environment, it’s not enough for PMOs to deliver operational excellence. They must also expand their perspective and impact beyond traditional project scope, and focus on how the PMO can drive greater value for its customers and the organization.
PMI’s latest research dives into how PMOs are perceived by today’s leaders. This report will help PMO leaders understand how to realign their priorities to meet expectations, close the perception gap, strengthen strategic capabilities and drive impact.
Based on insights from over 1,900 PMO and Senior Leaders, 40+ in-depth interviews with industry experts, and leveraging advanced prioritization methodology, the report identifies three essential areas PMOs need to build beyond their current operational expertise.
Learn about the critical capabilities that make PMOs truly effective in today’s complex and dynamic business environment:
- Customer centric approach
- Strategic alignment and value realization management
- Data and technology integration
- Date
January 2026
- Content Type
- Topics
Which capabilities do leaders prioritize?

Senior Leader Perspectives of PMOs
Customer Centricity is Key
The Innovation Imperative
Removing Barriers to Maturity
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