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How to understand Programs

Updated over 2 months ago

Overview

Programs are collections of related projects that are managed together to achieve broader strategic objectives. The Program Management feature (aka Scorecard) enables organizations to assess how effectively current projects within a program align with established Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). This alignment ensures that all efforts contribute directly to the organization's strategic goals.

With Program Management, leaders can visually map and adjust the relationship between projects and OKRs in real time. This provides a comprehensive overview of how each component within a program supports overall objectives, helping teams stay focused and accountable. This feature promotes strategic alignment by verifying that every project is purposeful and contributes to desired outcomes, enabling better decision-making and program effectiveness.

Why use Programs

  1. Strategic Alignment: Programs ensure all projects are directly aligned with your organization’s Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), keeping efforts focused on what truly matters.

  2. Enhanced Visibility: They provide a comprehensive, real-time overview of how various initiatives contribute to overall goals, enabling leaders to monitor progress and make informed decisions.

  3. Improved Accountability: By clearly mapping responsibilities within programs, teams and individuals understand their roles in achieving key results, fostering a culture of ownership and performance.

  4. Agile Adjustments: Programs allow timely changes to projects based on their alignment with strategic objectives, helping organizations respond quickly to evolving business needs.

  5. Better Decision Support: The program tracking tools offer actionable insights into which areas are performing well and which require intervention, supporting smarter resource allocation and prioritization.

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