Projektprogram

Projektprogram is a management approach in which a set of related projects is planned, executed, and governed together to realize benefits that would be difficult to achieve if the projects were managed separately. The term is used in some European contexts and is closely related to the broader concept of program management, where the focus is on enabling strategic outcomes rather than delivering a single deliverable.

A projektprogram differs from a single project in scope and complexity. It encompasses interdependencies, shared resources, and aligned objectives across multiple initiatives. It also sits between project management and portfolio management: while a portfolio collects all investments aligned with strategy, a projektprogram coordinates a group of related projects to deliver coherent benefits and a unified roadmap.

Key elements of a projektprogram include a program vision and governance structure, a program management plan, an integrated schedule, a benefits realization plan, and a risk and dependency management framework. The program typically has a sponsor and a program manager or chief program officer, often supported by a program management office (PMO). Governance bodies, such as a steering committee or governance board, oversee decision making, prioritization, and change control.

Benefits of a projektprogram include improved alignment with strategy, optimized resource use, better management of risks and interdependencies, and enhanced benefits realization. Challenges can include increased complexity, potential for scope creep, and the need for strong cross-project coordination. Common domains for projektprograms include information technology, infrastructure, and large-scale organizational change. Standards such as MSP (Managing Successful Programmes) influence practice in many organizations.