Roundtable: PMO as a Strategic Partner

September 18 2026

14: 00 - 17: 00 hours

Brassersplein 1, Delft

Free (incl. catered drinks)

Following the enthusiastic response from previous editions, we're organizing another roundtable discussion. This time, we'll once again bring together the latest insights, practical examples, and opportunities for genuine dialogue. The role of the Portfolio or Project Management Office is changing rapidly. While the PMO used to primarily produce reports and monitor processes, it's now expected to contribute to strategic thinking. How do you ensure your PMO takes this step and doesn't become a mere "reporting factory"?

What can you expect:

In this interactive session, you'll discover how to develop your PMO into a strategic sparring partner. Through practical case studies, reflection, and conversations with colleagues, you'll gain insights into:

How to make the transition from operational support to strategic thinking.
How to activate your team to create value and play a role in decision-making and portfolio management.
Which trends and developments will determine the position of the PMO in the coming years.

Not one-way traffic, but working together on concrete situations that are immediately recognizable from your practice.

During this round table we will discuss:

During this session, we'll delve into the future of the PMO and discover how to turn your team into an indispensable sparring partner for the boardroom.

Why you don't want to miss this:

From operational to strategic
AI as a game changer
The 5 most important trends in PMO
Self-assessment – Where is your PMO today and what's the next step?
New capabilities & change management
Practical cases and breakouts

Interactive and inspiring

Just like the first edition, the roundtable is all about exchange and collaboration. You'll work in small groups on challenging assignments, reflect on familiar situations, and learn from colleagues in the field. You'll leave the session not only with new insights but also with concrete tools you can immediately implement in your organization.

Programme

14: 00 - Walk-in & coffee
14: 30 - Keynote (guest speaker unknown) (PMO vision: trends, AI, strategic positioning)
15: 15 - Break-outs (challenging assignments in small groups)
16: 00 - Drinks & Networking

For who?

It is a must for portfolio managers who want to get more out of their PMO and portfolio. This session is designed for Portfolio Managers, Heads of PMO, PMO Leads, Project Control Managers or Senior Project Controllers who are responsible for managing and positioning the PMO within their organization.