Purpose The PRINCE2 2009 Corporate Briefing is designed for organisations that use PRINCE2 or are considering adopting PRINCE2 2009 and that would like to know: ·         what improvements to expect corporately from converting to the updated method ·         what needs to be done corporately to update to the new method ·         the recommended approach to adopting or updating to PRINCE2 2009 By the end of the event, attendees will: ·         be able to explain the differences between PRINCE2 2009 and previous versions (1996, 2002 and 2005) ·         have gained an insight into the reasons for the changes ·         be able to identify the benefits of the improvements to PRINCE2 2009 as they relate to their own organisations ·         have gained the experiences of the pilot organisations ·         be able to decide if, when and how they should deploy PRINCE2 2009 Benefits of attending ·         Understand the changes to PRINCE2 and the reasons for them directly from the lead author ·         Learn from the experience of the pilot organisations on their approach to deploying PRINCE2 2009 ·         Receive signed copies of the set of PRINCE2 publications (An additional £125) ·         Enjoy 3-course lunch and network with other PPM heads ·         Explore the prestigious Imperial War Museum  ·         Receive copies of Outperform's acclaimed PRINCE2 2009 Mindmaps and templates   Who should attend? This event is designed for those senior managers who are responsible for project/programme management within their organisation (Head of projects / project management / PPM, PPM profession, PMO Manager or Centre of Excellence Manager).  If you are a project manager, this event is not for you (why not try out our PRINCEOPOLY business game instead!)

Agenda & Timetable 09:00 Registration 09:45 Overview of the key changes to PRINCE2 2009   Case studies on embedding PRINCE2 2009   Exploration of what organisations need to change to get full value from PRINCE2 2009   Getting the most from the new “Directing Successful Projects using PRINCE2”   The business case for change   Q&A session with PRINCE2 2009 Lead Author, Andy Murray. 12:30 Guided tour of the Cabinet War Rooms and group photo 13:00      Three-course lunch and networking 15:00 Close

About the event leader

Andy Murray is a Chartered Director and PRINCE2 Registered Consultant, having worked in the field of Projects and Programmes for over 15 years.  Andy was an early adopter of PRINCE2 (in 1997) and has been helping organisations in numerous countries implement and gain value from PRINCE2 ever since. He was formerly on the executive committee of the Best Practice User Group and founded a PPM Community of Practice in the Middle East.  Andy was the co-author of the PRINCE2 Maturity Model Guide and in April 2007 was appointed as Lead Author for the update to PRINCE2.  In 2008 Andy received a special merit award for individual contribution to best practice methods.

About the event leader

Andy Murray is a Chartered Director and PRINCE2 Registered Consultant, having worked in the field of Projects and Programmes for over 15 years.  Andy was an early adopter of PRINCE2 (in 1997) and has been helping organisations in numerous countries implement and gain value from PRINCE2 ever since. He was formerly on the executive committee of the Best Practice User Group and founded a PPM Community of Practice in the Middle East.  Andy was the co-author of the PRINCE2 Maturity Model Guide and in April 2007 was appointed as Lead Author for the update to PRINCE2.  In 2008 Andy received a special merit award for individual contribution to best practice methods.