2. Functioning and malfunctioning within the project

2.1 Project mode: the end justifies the means

This being the case, it's important to know who does what in the minds of those involved in the project. In the case of a PMO, the question often asked is: "What's a PMO?", especially when the PMO is a generalist. Because of their cross-functional role in planning, risk management, cost control and reporting, PMOs give the impression of being able to do everything on a project. As a result, when the need for urgency arises, the various layers of the project do not hesitate to use the PMO for tasks more or less removed from its core activities. As for the PMO, frequently criticized for his lack of technical knowledge directly related to the project's purpose, he often accepts these tasks because he sees them as an opportunity to "restore...