Define the high-level road map/framework in order to set a baseline for program definition, planning, and execution.
constraints, and objectives in order to achieve program benefits.
Identify stakeholders, including sponsors, and create the stakeholder matrix in order to document their position relative to the program.
Establish a high-level road map with milestones and preliminary estimates in order to obtain initial validation and approval from the executive sponsor.
Establish the program management plan and schedule by integrating plans for constituent projects and creating plans for supporting program functions (for example, quality, risk, communication, resources) in order to effectively forecast, monitor, and identify variances during program execution.
Manage program level issues (for example, human resource management, financial, technology, scheduling) by identifying and selecting a course of action consistent with program scope,
Perform an initial program assessment by defining the program objectives, requirements, and risks in order to ensure program alignment with the organization’s strategic plan, objectives, priorities, vision, and mission statement.
Develop a transition plan to operations in order to guarantee sustainment of products and benefits delivered by the program.
Develop program WBS in order to determine, plan, and assign the program tasks and deliverables.
Update program plans by incorporating corrective actions to ensure program resources are employed effectively in order to meet program objectives.