Project Management Process Maturity (PM)2 Model

TLDR

The paper introduces the PM2 model, which assesses and positions an organization’s project management maturity relative to peers. The PM2 model systematically evaluates an organization’s current maturity level by mapping it onto defined levels that include specific characteristics, factors, and processes, progressing from functional to project‑driven practices with continuous learning. The PM2 model offers an orderly, disciplined framework that enables organizations to advance to higher project management maturity levels.

Abstract

This paper presents the project management process maturity (PM)2 model that determines and positions an organization's relative project management level with other organizations. The comprehensive model follows a systematic approach to establish an organization's current project management level. Each maturity level consists of major project management characteristics, factors, and processes. The model evolves from functionally driven organizational practices to project driven organization that incorporates continuous project learning. The (PM)2 model provides an orderly, disciplined process to achieve higher levels of project management maturity.