The Journey From Excel to Modern Project Management - Jack Thomas (The Murphy Group) | FuturePMO 2024
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Jack Thomas Murphy, with over nine years of experience in program management, leads IT program management at Murphy, an engineering and construction company. The document outlines the transition from spreadsheet-based management to modern governance systems, highlighting successes, learnings, and future directions. Key insights include the importance of precise requirement gathering and business engagement during implementation.
The Journey From Excel to Modern Project Management - Jack Thomas (The Murphy Group) | FuturePMO 2024
- 1. @FuturePMO #PMOWizards The Journey from Excel to Modern Project Management Jack Thomas Murphy
- 2. @FuturePMO #PMOWizards About Jack Thomas With over nine years of experience in Programme Management Office roles, Jack has successfully navigated the public and private sectors. Known for a strategic mindset and a keen eye for detail, Jack has consistently driven project excellence and operational efficiency. Throughout his career, Jack has demonstrated the ability to manage complex projects, streamline processes, and foster collaborative relationships. His expertise spans various industries, where he has implemented best practices, optimised resource allocation, and ensured alignment with organisational goals. In the public sector, Jack has contributed to significant government projects in education and statistics, enhancing transparency and accountability. In the private sector, he has led initiatives that have resulted in substantial cost savings and improved project delivery timelines, focusing on utilising new technologies. Jack currently heads IT Programme Management for Murphy, a leading international specialist engineering and construction company operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and North America.
- 3. @FuturePMO #PMOWizards We will talk about: Introduction to Murphy The Situation – where were we? The Solution- what did we do? The Successes – what’s gone well The Learnings – what would we do next time? The Future – what’s next for us?
- 4. @FuturePMO #PMOWizards Introduction to Murphy
- 5. @FuturePMO #PMOWizards The Situation Spreadsheets Firefighting Productivity
- 6. @FuturePMO #PMOWizards The Solution Governance Systems Processes
- 8. @FuturePMO #PMOWizards The Successes Prioritisation Productivity Feedback
- 9. @FuturePMO #PMOWizards The Learnings Continuous Improvement BAU Business Requests Strategic Projects Types of work Requirements Pace of change Types of work
- 12. @FuturePMO #PMOWizards Thank You Get your requirements right, but don’t be afraid to ask for something different Take your time with implementation Engagement with the wider business is crucial Jack Thomas jackthomas@Murphygroup.co.uk https://www.murphygroup.com/ JackThomasCymru