PMPeople vs. PM2 methodology

PM² is a Project Management Methodology developed by the European Commission. Its purpose is to enable Project Managers (PMs) to deliver solutions and benefits to their organizations by effectively managing the entire lifecycle of their project. PM² has been created with the needs of European Union institutions and projects in mind but is transferrable to projects in any organization. PM² Guide includes:

  • Project Governance Model: roles and responsibilities.
  • Project Lifecycle: project phases.
  • Set of Processes: project management activities.
  • Set of Project Artefacts: templates and guidelines.
  • Set of Mindsets: effective beliefs and behaviors.

OpenPM²is a free version of the PM² developed by the European Commission in 2007. It incorporates elements from globally accepted best practices, standards, and methodologies. OpenPM² gives open access to the PM², widening the circle of beneficiaries across Europe and enriching the methodology with additional good practices and examples. It aims to improve project management competency in the EU.

PM² offers these resources for free:

  • PM² Guide – Open Edition: download pdf file (https://bit.ly/download_pm2_guide_v3)
  • PM² Artefacts: download .rar file with document templates (https://bit.ly/download_pm2_templates)
  • PM² Online resources (wiki)
  • A Project Support Network (PSN): a network/community of PM² users that can support each other in rolling-out PM² in their organizations, and with using the PM² methodology in their projects.

European Union’s Project Management Methodology PM² is based on roles from the requestor and provider side of the project. PMPeople can be the tool to implement this methodology on projects funded by the EU, as well as projects in any organization.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is PM² and who developed it?

PM² (Project Management Methodology) was developed by the European Commission to manage projects across EU institutions. It provides a complete framework including governance, lifecycle phases, processes, artifacts, and mindsets.

Is PM² free to use and where can I access it?

Yes, OpenPM² is a free version available to all. You can download the PM² Guide, templates, and access online resources via the official PM² website and community network.

Can PMPeople be used to implement PM² on EU-funded projects?

Yes. PMPeople aligns with PM²’s governance model, roles, and artifact structure, making it ideal for implementing PM² in EU-funded or other organizational projects with real-time collaboration and control.