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Writer's picturePriscila Z Vendramini Mezzena

The PMBOK and Process Groups: A Practice Guide

Updated: Apr 10

Possibly the most renowned publication in project management is the PMBOK - A Guide to Project Management Knowledge from the Project Management Institute. If they haven't read it yet, those in the project management field have undoubtedly heard about it. For beginners, it's mandatory reading!


It's currently in its seventh edition, published in 2021. This version is disruptive compared to its predecessors as it has shifted from a prescriptive approach to a more profound focus on project management principles (related to expected behaviors) and project results (organized within project management domains).


The twelve principles can be summarized into the following topics: Stewardship, Team, Stakeholders, Value, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Tailoring (Adaptation), Quality, Complexity, Risk, Adaptability and Resiliency, and Change.


The eight domains are: Stakeholders, Team, Development Approach and Lifecycle, Planning, Project Work, Delivery, Measurement, and Uncertainty.


For those accustomed to previous versions covering Knowledge Areas and Process Groups with their inputs, tools and techniques, outputs, the transition was a significant surprise! However, this change aligns with the evolving landscape of project management practices and emerging needs.


It's worth noting that in this version, PMI also emphasizes the PMIStandards+ digital content platform, providing dynamic knowledge access in real-time, in harmony with PMI standards.


Among the materials available, you'll find "Process Groups: A Practice Guide”, published in 2022, accessible at https://lnkd.in/d8kPYypc. PMI members can download this material at no extra cost.


This guide offers a structure similar to previous PMBOK versions, organized into process groups (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and control, and closure) with detailed inputs, tools, techniques, and outputs. It contains numerous critical definitions. In other words, it's a valuable reference complement to the PMBoK. I especially recommend it to those starting in the field of project management.


In exciting news, this guide has now been published in Portuguese and is available in nine more languages, enhancing accessibility and knowledge sharing among project management professionals. Stay current and keep learning!


Visit the PMIStandards+ platform to access more valuable content: https://lnkd.in/d8qsfWFN






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