Which is NOT a strategic planning or portfolio support function?
A.
Prioritizing programmes within the portfolio
B.
Providing a single flexible resource pool
C.
Aligning programmes with strategic objectives
D.
Providing oversight, scrutiny and challenge
The Answer Is:
B
This question includes an explanation.
Explanation:
The P3O® Foundation (2013) manual lists prioritizing programmes, aligning with objectives, and providing oversight as strategic planning or portfolio support functions, but not providing a flexible resource pool. Section 2.2.2 states, "Strategic planning and portfolio support functions include prioritizing programmes, aligning with strategic objectives, and providing oversight and challenge." A resource pool (B) is a delivery support function (Section 7.2), not a strategic one. The 2013 edition distinguishes these roles to clarify P3O’s multifaceted support, ensuring strategic functions focus on direction and governance, not resource allocation.
[Reference: P3O® Foundation (2013) manual, Sections 2.2.2 and 7.2, AXELOS. , ]
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