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A PMO, or project management office, can be an internal department or an external group or agency that defines and maintains the standards for a company\u2019s project management. There are three types: supportive, controlling and directive and each has varying degrees of involvement. However, all three can use PMO templates to support project programs<\/a> and portfolios.<\/p>\n

ProjectManager<\/a> is project management software that’s more dynamic than static PMO templates, but if you\u2019re not ready to upgrade, our site is rich with free project management templates for Excel and Word. We\u2019ve collected 33 free templates that are suitable for a PMO. These templates cover everything from Gantt charts, project planning, resource allocation, status reports on project data and so much more.<\/p>\n

1. PMO Project Dashboard Template<\/h2>\n

PMOs need a high-level view of the projects they\u2019re overseeing. They need metrics to help them chart the course of those projects and know when changes are required to keep everything on track. Our free PMO project dashboard template for Excel<\/a> is made up of easy-to-read graphs and charts that give them the data at a glance.<\/p>\n

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Free Project Management Dashboard template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

2. PMO Gantt Chart Template<\/h2>\n

The Gantt chart is one of the essential tools for project managers. It provides a view of the entire project on a timeline and includes tasks, milestones, schedules and more. The project management office can use our free Gantt chart template for Excel<\/a> to get an overview of a project or use it as a roadmap to track multiple projects in one place to allocate resources when and where they\u2019re needed.<\/p>\n

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Free Gantt Chart template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Gantt chart template is broken up into two sections. On the left is a regular spreadsheet where you can add the tasks or projects that you\u2019re overseeing. Next to that are columns to capture the start and end dates. Finally, there\u2019s a column for the duration of the task or project. Once you\u2019ve filled out this information, the color-coded timeline on the right automatically populates and allows you to see the tasks, phases and projects all in one place.<\/p>\n

3. Project Status Report Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

Reporting is key to PMO work. For example, a status report delivers key project data that will inform how a PMO will guide the project management of that project. With our free project status report template for PMOs<\/a>, you can chart the project\u2019s health and progress, among other things, within a specific period of time.<\/p>\n

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Free Status Report template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The status report has a summary of key accomplishments, the work that has been completed over that period, planned work still to come in the project scope<\/a>, milestones achieved and deliverables. There\u2019s also a place to list action items for what needs to come next. Other things under review include the budget, schedule, quality, risks, issues and roadblocks.<\/p>\n

You need real-time data to make better decisions or you might act on inaccurate data. ProjectManager<\/a> is online project management software with portfolio dashboards that capture real-time data that requires no time-consuming configuration or manual input as with PMO templates. Instead, you get fast and reliable data on the health of your projects, tasks, progress, time, cost and workload whenever you need it. Get started with ProjectManager today for free.<\/p>\n

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4. PMO Strategic Map Template<\/h2>\n

Another job for PMOs is to provide guidelines and communicate the strategic plan throughout the organization to ensure that everyone is working together on that common cause. A PMO template that helps do this is our free PMO strategy map template<\/a> for Excel is a visual tool that disseminates the strategic plan across the organization.<\/p>\n

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Free Strategy Map template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The PMO strategy map template shows the cause-and-effect of an organization\u2019s strategic objectives and breaks up those objectives into four perspectives: financial, customer, business process and learning and growth. The strategic objectives are represented by ovals on the map and arrows show the relationship between them.<\/p>\n

5. Project Update Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

PMOs need visibility into projects to ensure the portfolio is running smoothly. Regular updates show whether projects are on schedule, within budget and aligned with organizational goals. Download this free project update template for Excel<\/a> for a streamlined way to communicate with stakeholders.<\/p>\n

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Free Project Update template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Project updates also ensure consistency in reporting across teams, which allows the PMO to compare performance, support decision-making and maintain accountability. Ultimately, timely updates help the PMO guide projects toward successful, predictable outcomes.<\/p>\n

6. Multiple Project Tracking Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

PMOs are monitoring multiple projects at once in order to ensure that all are working towards the common strategic goal of the organization. To achieve that goal means these projects must be delivered on time and stay within budget. Our free Excel multiple project tracking template<\/a> for PMOs is a great PMO template for this.<\/p>\n\"Multiple<\/a>\n

When you open the template, there are several charts, each a separate project. You can name the project, list the tasks and dependencies, who those tasks are assigned to and their priority. There\u2019s also a place to list the planned start and end dates, the actual start and end dates and the same with the costs. This allows you to see if your actual progress is aligned with the planned progress. If not, you can make adjustments to get back on track.<\/p>\n

7. Stakeholder Analysis Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

If you look at PMOs as service providers, it’s clear that they have stakeholders. For a project management office, those stakeholders can include executives, project managers, functional managers and even team members. All will have their specific expectations. With our free stakeholder analysis template for Excel<\/a>, you can identify and manage them all.<\/p>\n

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Free Stakeholder Analysis template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This PMO template begins with basic stakeholder information. That is, you list all the stakeholders and their projects. Then you can add their relationship to those projects, whether they have any subject matter expertise or are decision-makers. You also get to define how to communicate<\/a> with them. Finally, there\u2019s a dropdown menu to define their commitment, from C for the level of commitment and R for the required level of commitment.<\/p>\n

8. Project Plan Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

PMOs improve project management by standardizing processes and boosting efficiency. That means they create and maintain documentation, tracking and training. But they also plan. That\u2019s where our free project plan template for PMOs<\/a> comes in handy.<\/p>\n

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Free Project Plan template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This PMO template has everything you\u2019ll need for a PMO<\/a>. There\u2019s a place to define the scope of the project, program or portfolio, including milestones, phases and tasks. You can also add your effort and resource requirements. Then schedule the plan, including task dependencies, project assumptions and constraints, budget, risk log, change management process and much more.<\/p>\n

9. Project Estimate Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

Having accurate forecasts for the cost of your projects is part of delivering them successfully. Our free Excel project estimate template<\/a> for PMOs helps PMOs figure out how much each project will cost to the best of their ability.<\/p>\n

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Free Project Estimate template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The phases of the project are broken up in this PMO template. In each of these sections the vendor or contractor is listed as well as the labor and materials for the specific line item task. Adding all this up will give you an accurate estimate for the project.<\/p>\n

10. PMO Flow Chart Template<\/h2>\n

As a PMO, it’s critical to understand all the steps for a project or a process. A flow chart will allow you to map out those steps and provide a visual reference point for others in the organization. Our free flow chart template for Word<\/a> will provide you with springboard to make your own flow chart.<\/p>\n

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Free Flowchart template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Making a flow chart is often a rock-solid place to start understanding a key process or project. Once you’ve identified key tasks and their relationships, you can start assigning responsibility and developing a full-blown schedule for execution.<\/p>\n

11. PMO Cost-Benefit Analysis Template<\/h2>\n

There are certain projects that are worth pursuing, while others are going to end up in a money pit. A PMO helps guide companies to choose projects that will give them value for their investment. To do this, they can use our free PMO cost-benefit analysis template for Excel<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Free Cost Benefit Analysis template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A cost-benefit analysis is used to compare what you expect to pay for a project against what you hope it’ll provide in terms of opportunity. This is done by adding a dollar amount to all your quantitative costs and quantitative benefits. From there, it\u2019s easy to see if you\u2019ll be getting a return on your investment.<\/p>\n

12. PMO Balanced Scorecard Template<\/h2>\n

PMOs use tools to manage strategy and get metrics to measure their performance. One of these tools is our free PMO balanced scorecard template<\/a> for Excel. This free PMO template can help with the improvement of internal operations and external outcomes.<\/p>\n\"balanced<\/a>\n

This PMO template helps to communicate targets and goals for an organization and informs its day-to-day operations. This is both a planning tool and a way to communicate the plan, but can also be used to track and assess the effectiveness of that plan.<\/p>\n

13. PMO Strategic Roadmap Template<\/h2>\n

PMOs, by definition, oversee multiple projects. When an organization creates a strategic plan it usually involves many projects working together to achieve a common goal. Using our free PMO strategic roadmap template<\/a> for Excel visualizes the steps that lead to reaching the organization\u2019s long-term goals.<\/p>\n\"Strategic<\/a>\n

Our free PMO template is customizable so you can adjust it to fit your long-term goals. When you open ours you\u2019ll find a timeline, tasks and activities with deliverables and timelines to track your progress. There\u2019s even a column to list your team and the departments they\u2019re working in.<\/p>\n

14. Resource Plan Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

Allocating limited resources across multiple projects so everyone has what they need when they need it is a large part of what a PMO does. Being able to plan those resources smartly will help deliver successful projects. Our free Excel resource plan template<\/a> for PMOs helps PMOs make sure teams are properly allocated.<\/p>\n\"Resource<\/a>\n

Using this PMO template lets you list all your team members by department and their individual tasks. Then you can show each team member\u2019s total effort, rate and the cost for that work. There\u2019s even a calendar to map out when each team member will be working.<\/p>\n

15. PMO Resource Capacity Planning Template<\/h2>\n

Another PMO template is our free PMO resource capacity planning template<\/a> for Excel. This helps PMOs to figure out how much production capacity is needed to meet demand. This is especially useful as demand is constantly fluctuating.<\/p>\n\"PMO<\/a>\n

This PMO template allows you to list your tasks and their estimated duration, including the start and end dates. There is another chart for resources to be listed, including hourly rates and a project timeline. Other info includes resource utilization, availability and more.<\/p>\n

16. PMO Project Tracking Template<\/h2>\n

PMOs monitor the projects they oversee. They need to track their progress in order to make sure that they\u2019re running as per schedule. If they\u2019re not, resources might need reallocation to get everything back on track. Our free PMO project tracking template for Excel<\/a> is designed to work as a task management system to track tasks and make sure the work is being done on time.<\/p>\n

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Free Project Task Tracking template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Using the project tracking template allows you to track individual projects or programs and portfolios. First, you list the task name or project name and a brief description. If there are any task dependencies<\/a>, you add them to the next column. There\u2019s space to add who the task is assigned to or the project manager. Now note the priority, start date, planned end date and actual end date. Finally, there\u2019s a pulldown menu to capture the status.<\/p>\n

17. PMO Project Budget Template<\/h2>\n

Money is always going to rule decisions when overseeing projects. Companies have finite costs and don\u2019t want to find themselves continuously updating a budget because it demands more funds. Using our free PMO project budget template for Excel<\/a> can help you accurately forecast budgets and avoid overspending on projects.<\/p>\n

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Free Project Budget template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

There are so many costs related to a project<\/a> that our free template helps you capture them all. The template itself is customizable, so if there\u2019s anything you don\u2019t need or want to add, it\u2019s easy to do. Our template has fields for labor costs, consulting fees, raw materials, software licenses, travel, utilities, office space and equipment and so much more. Get accurate estimates of project costs before executing the project.<\/p>\n

18. PMO Strategic Plan Template<\/h2>\n

Oftentimes, when a company needs help executing a major strategy, it turns to a PMO. A strategic plan will help define how an organization can reach long-term objectives, so the team can use it as a reference document through the months and years. This free strategic plan template for Word<\/a> will help you get started with such a long-term plan.<\/p>\n

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Free Strategic Plan template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This strategic plan template will help a PMO nail down the essentials for any strategy. There are fields for the vision statement, mission statement and a SWOT analysis to help everyone come to terms with their competitive environment. It’s an ideal place to start when trying to solve the big questions.<\/p>\n

19. PMO Timesheet Template<\/h2>\n

Being able to track time over a specific period helps ensure the project is progressing on schedule. This is an essential resource management tool as well as part of payroll. Therefore, the PMO is going to want to have access to timesheets to track progress. They can use our free timesheet template for Excel<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Free Timesheet template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The first thing you do with our free template defines a timeframe for the timesheet. Next, you can add the start time, lunch start and end and the end time for each person\u2019s day. There is a column to add regular hours, overtime hours and then the total work hours. Now you have a high-level view of your costs.<\/p>\n

20. PMO Project Handover Template<\/h2>\n

A project handover marks a critical point where a project\u2019s deliverables, documentation, and responsibilities are transferred from the project team to the operations team or client. Download this free project handover template for Excel<\/a> to document the current status of a project.<\/p>\n\"project<\/a>\n

A smooth handover ensures that all work is complete, quality standards are met, and nothing is lost in transition. For the PMO, this is crucial for maintaining accountability, confirming that objectives were achieved, enabling ongoing support or maintenance and capturing lessons learned<\/a> for future projects.<\/p>\n

21. Project Requirements Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

A requirements template gives the PMO a clear, formal baseline for what the project is supposed to deliver. That baseline helps prevent scope creep, misunderstandings and misaligned expectations. Download this free project requirements template for Excel<\/a> to capture exactly what the project must do before work begins.<\/p>\n\"Project<\/a>\n

With requirements documented in a consistent format, the PMO can verify that deliverables actually meet the agreed\u2011upon criteria, track changes over time and log who requested or approved which requirements. That makes audits, quality control and stakeholder communications cleaner and more reliable.<\/p>\n

22. PMO Project Review Template<\/h2>\n

A PMO is responsible for evaluating past projects as well as planning new ones. If you don’t have a consistent method for evaluation, your review process could be spotty and deliver unreliable results. Try this free project review template for Word<\/a> and bring some consistency to your project evaluation.<\/p>\n

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Free Project Review template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Of course, project review doesn’t have to be limited to the conclusion of a project. Reviewing an ongoing project can also be beneficial in terms of staying on track and meeting stakeholder requirements. When you consider all the ways you can leverage this PMO template, it’s self-evident how impactful it can be.<\/p>\n

23. PMO Change Log Template<\/h2>\n

Change is going to happen, and the PMO is there to help ensure that it doesn\u2019t negatively impact the project. One way to do that is by using our free PMO change log template for Excel<\/a>. It\u2019s part of any larger, effective change management plan that helps control the change by tracking it from the moment it\u2019s identified until it\u2019s been resolved.<\/p>\n

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Free Change Log template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This spreadsheet gives you a place to put everything you need to know about the change in your project to manage it. Note when the change is first observed, who on the project team owns it, which means they will lead the effort to resolve it, and you can also add the priority and status of that change.<\/p>\n

24. PMO Change Request Template<\/h2>\n

Before you resolve or respond to any change, you need to decide whether it’s worth doing. There are changes, such as inclement weather or equipment failure, which must be dealt with. But more often than not, changes come from owners and other stakeholders. Our free PMO change request form for Word<\/a> provides you with a place for everyone to agree on what to do.<\/p>\n

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Free Change Request Form template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

You can customize the change request form to have as much or as little detail as you want. We\u2019ve included space for a brief description and the impact it’ll have on the project. There’s enough information on the form for project managers to work with the PMO on deciding if the change is worth doing, and if so how, or to take no action.<\/p>\n

25. Program Roadmap Template<\/h2>\n

This free program roadmap template<\/a> for Excel allow PMOs to visualize the timelines of the multiple projects that make up a program and identify their tasks, milestones and deliverables. It can be used to track projects on a weekly, monthly, quarterly or yearly basis.<\/p>\n\"program<\/a>\n

This PMO template gives PMOs everything from a summary to data on tasks, any issues that have come up over the time period covered and how the project is performing in terms of its budget. There\u2019s also space for accomplishments and what is expected to be accomplished moving forward.<\/p>\n

26. PMO Project Portfolio Template<\/h2>\n

A project portfolio template for Excel<\/a> helps you manage many projects at once in a single, organized workbook. It lets you list each project\u2019s name, sponsor or manager, project status, priority level, progress (e.g. phase or percent completion), start and end dates (planned vs actual) and budget.<\/p>\n\"Project<\/a>\n

Using it means you get a high-level snapshot of everything underway, which projects are on track, which might be delayed, which are high priority and how budgets and timelines compare across the board. It makes it easier to allocate resources<\/a>, identify conflicts or overloads, spot risks and make strategic decisions about which projects to push forward or pause.<\/p>\n

27. PMO Project Prioritization Matrix Template<\/h2>\n

One thing a PMO does is provide guidance. This guidance and insight can help with how you manage projects, but also whether those projects are worth taking on in the first place. One tool to help make those types of decisions is our free project prioritization matrix template for Excel<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Free Project Prioritization Matrix template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The process is deceptively simple, but it’s an effective way to prioritize your projects. The matrix is divided into four sections. On top, there are two columns, one for doing now and the other for doing later. The lefthand side has two rows, one for crucial and the other for not crucial. Depending on where you place the project, it can be a must-do immediately, scheduled for the near future, delegated, delete or move. You can also use this for tasks or anything you need to prioritize.<\/p>\n

28. Communication Plan Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

All activities that are part of a company\u2019s project management go through the PMO. Communication is a vital part of this process. If things aren’t clearly stated and distributed properly, issues will arise that can impact the bottom line. That\u2019s why our free communication plan template for Word<\/a> is so important.<\/p>\n

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Free Communications Plan template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This PMO template helps you define the vision and objectives for the project<\/a>, program or portfolio as well as their goals and timeframes. There are also places to add the communication staff and what tools they\u2019ll be using. Then you can show how you\u2019ll measure the effectiveness of your communication plan to make sure it\u2019s doing what you want it to do.<\/p>\n

29. Requirements Gathering Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

The purpose of requirements gathering is to guide the PMO through the whole project, from initiation to delivery. Requirements are a condition or capacities that stakeholders need to solve a problem or achieve an objective. Using our free requirements gathering template for PMOs<\/a>, you can collect everything in one place.<\/p>\n

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Free Requirements Gathering template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Everything you\u2019d need to understand the project is within the pages of this Word document, including the project plan, a description of the project\u2019s purpose, scope and a timeline that has milestones, dependencies and so forth. The goals and objects are also defined as well as the constraints<\/a> and restrictions and how to resolve them.<\/p>\n

30. Project Request Form for PMOs<\/h2>\n

A project request serves as a starting point for evaluating and approving new projects. This free project request form template<\/a> captures essential information such as objectives, scope, resources, timelines, risks and benefits. In return, a PMO can quickly and consistently review project requests.<\/p>\n

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Free Project Request Form template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This ensures that each request includes all the information needed to evaluate alignment with organizational priorities and resource availability.<\/a> The uniform structure makes it easier to compare multiple proposals, prioritize effectively and decide which projects should move forward.<\/p>\n

31. Progress Report Template<\/h2>\n

PMOs need to track the progress of the projects they\u2019re overseeing. Reporting is a valuable tool that captures data from the project over a specific period of time, including if it\u2019s moving forward as planned. Our free progress report template<\/a> for Word gives PMOs that snapshot in one document.<\/p>\n

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Free Progress Report template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This PMO template gives PMOs everything from a summary to data on tasks, any issues that have come up over the time period covered and how the project is performing in terms of its budget. There\u2019s also space for accomplishments and what is expected to be accomplished moving forward.<\/p>\n

32. Risk Log Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

Risk is always something that PMOs are tracking. Whether it\u2019s a good risk or a bad risk, the sooner it\u2019s identified and dealt with, the better. Our free risk log template for PMOs<\/a> gives you a tool to prepare for risk and have a plan in place to resolve it if it shows up as an issue.<\/p>\n

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Free Risk Tracking template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Begin by describing the risk and its impact. Then add how you\u2019ll respond to the risk if it in fact becomes an issue. To help in your response, add the risk level, such as high, medium or low. Now you know how to prioritize the risk if it becomes an issue. There’s also a place to add the project manager or team member who owns that risk and is responsible for identifying and leading the response to it<\/a>.<\/p>\n

33. Project List Template for PMOs<\/h2>\n

A project list template gives the PMO a single, consolidated view of all projects in the organization, whether they’re active, planned or completed. Leverage this free project list template for Excel<\/a> to avoid overlooked initiatives, duplicate work or conflicting schedules.<\/p>\n

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Free Project List template. Download now<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With this template, the PMO can standardize how projects are recorded and monitored, creating consistency across teams. That standardization supports easier reporting, comparison and decision\u2011making (which projects to prioritize, where to allocate resources, when to start new ones).<\/p>\n

How ProjectManager Helps PMOs<\/h2>\n

That\u2019s a lot of templates. And although free is free, there\u2019s always a price. PMO templates are static and you have to do all the work. ProjectManager<\/a> is award-winning project management software that delivers task management, risk management and resource management features to help PMOs guide their projects, programs and portfolios in real time. It has automation and updates so you\u2019re always looking at the most current information.<\/p>\n

Manage Resources With Roadmaps<\/h3>\n

PMOs oversee many projects at once. They have to provide direction on which needs what resources and when. To do that, they need more than PMO templates can provide. Our project management software<\/a> gives you an overview of all your projects on one screen. See them from start to finish on a visual timeline, including metrics such as the planned effort, actual effort and more. You can open any project, print the roadmap and easily edit and adjust the column to view what you want.<\/p>\n

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\nKeep Teams Balanced With Workload Charts<\/h3>\n

Teams are your most valuable resource. You can track their time on tasks with our secure timesheets, but our workload view<\/a> goes even further in providing resource management. Use it to efficiently track progress and workload across projects. You can see total hours and reassign tasks to balance the workload and keep everyone productive.<\/p>\n\"ProjectManager's<\/a>\n

PMOs can also benefit from customized reports, including status and portfolio reports, and many more. All can be filtered to focus on what you want to see and then easily shared. There\u2019s also a portfolio view where you can group projects and view progress, project manager, team members, status and much more.<\/p>\n

Related PMO Content<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re looking for more resources on project management offices and the tools and techniques they use, we have blog posts, ultimate guides and much more.<\/p>\n