How PMOs Become Seen, Trusted and Valued: Laura Barnard on the IMPACT Engine

In this webinar, House of PMO’s Eileen Roden sits down with Laura Barnard, creator of the IMPACT Engine™ and author of The IMPACT Engine, to explore how PMOs, project professionals and transformation leaders can move beyond administration and become strategic drivers of organisational success.

Laura shares the story behind the IMPACT Engine, the lessons learned from working with PMOs around the world, and practical advice for anyone looking to increase their influence, visibility and value.

If you’d like to go deeper into the IMPACT Engine approach, Laura will be leading the dedicated IMPACT Engine Fundamentals Day at the PMO Conference in London. It’s a hands-on opportunity to learn the framework directly from Laura and discover how to apply it in your own organisation. Laura and Eileen will both be presenting a Keynote Session at the PMO Conference 2026 too, if you would like to find out more about their session and the full agenda you can do so here>>>

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PMOs create value when they focus on outcomes, not outputs

One of Laura’s key messages is that PMOs need to stop measuring success purely through deliverables, reports and process compliance. The real opportunity lies in connecting projects and programmes to strategic outcomes and business impact.

Influence matters more than authority

Successful PMO professionals don’t wait for permission to make a difference. Laura discusses how building relationships, speaking the language of the business and demonstrating value are often more important than organisational position or job title.

The IMPACT Engine provides a practical roadmap for PMO evolution

The IMPACT Engine wasn’t created as a theoretical model. It’s built from years of real-world experience helping organisations transform the way they deliver change. The framework gives PMO professionals a structured approach to increasing their effectiveness, influence and strategic contribution.

Ready to Learn More?

If this webinar has sparked ideas about how your PMO can have greater impact, join Laura Barnard at the PMO Conference London for the IMPACT Engine Fundamentals Day. You’ll get the opportunity to explore the framework in depth, work through practical applications and leave with ideas you can put into action straight away.

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