Organization Project Management Maturity (OPM3) Implementation, Critical Success Factors and Challenges

Cases from UAE

Abstract

1.     Abstract

Successful projects require appropriate tools and effective management practices. Managers need to have a clear insight into project goals and use outstanding skills to implement them accordingly. They also must maintain a balance between customer satisfaction levels and profit maximization goals.  The Organizational Project Management Maturity Model (OPM3) is among the critical tools for generating standardized outcomes in organizational projects. This paper portrays research of OPM3 implementation among organizations in the UAE and spotlights the critical impact of OPM3 on organizations. The research shows that an effective adaption of OPM3 components and levels will impact the overall performance of the organization. The research is based on both primary data collected from existing surveys and secondary data that is gathered through various sources such as journal articles and research papers to illustrate the organizations using the OPM model, that is constructed to fulfil the future needs of the organizations and endorse modification if needed. The conclusion that was derived from the pieces of evidence illustrates that written policies and procedures in addition to excellent management skills can maximize the benefits of OPM3 models among the UAE organizations.