This scorecard covers the 3 keys areas of sponsorship:
Business Change Sponsorship Foundations
Understanding sponsor responsibilities in relation to the business, programmes and project success, the attributes of effective sponsors and the importance of securing Board support.
Sponsor Functions for the Organization
Linking projects to corporate strategy, vision. Accountability for Business case, outcomes and benefits. Risk appetite. Governance. Collaboration.
Sponsor Functions for the Project Manager
Championing programmes and projects. Leadership and decision making. Clarifying priorities. Owning requirements. Escalations. Managing relationships. Reporting.
"Sponsor: A critical role of the governance board of any projects, programme or portfolio. The sponsor is accountable for ensuring that the work is governed effectively and delivers the objectives that meet identified needs.”
—The Association of Project Management, APM
About us
We are passionate about helping leaders accelerate delivery and drive remarkable performance.
We are transformation and change specialists who have implemented change. We have been there! We understand what it takes to sponsor business change. We have held senior positions and supported countless sponsors. And now, we are here to do the same for you.
We have designed this scorecard as a thought-provoking tool so you can gain clarity on where you are on your sponsorship journey in order to take you to the very top of your game.
