Which activity contributes MOST to achieving the ‘bring pace and value’ principle?

The ‘Bring pace and value’ principle focuses on maintaining momentum and ensuring the programme delivers a steady flow of value. This is achieved by breaking the work into manageable parts, delivering benefits incrementally, and adapting based on experience. Supporting the programme in learning lessons and applying continual improvement is a core activity that enables the team to become more efficient and effective over time, thereby delivering work at the right time (pace) and ensuring its continued relevance (value).

A. This activity is more closely aligned with the ‘Deploy diverse skills’ principle and the ‘Design the target operating model’ governance theme, which focus on ensuring the organization has the necessary long-term capabilities.

B. This is a key activity within the ‘Manage risk and issues’ governance theme and supports the ‘Deal with ambiguity’ principle by providing a framework for making informed decisions under uncertainty.

C. Maintaining a compelling vision is central to the ‘Lead with purpose’ principle, which is about providing clear direction and motivation for the programme, rather than the mechanics of delivery pace.

AXELOS. (2020). Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) 5th Edition. TSO (The Stationery Office).

Section 3.6, 'Bring pace and value': This section explicitly states, "Continual improvement is a key aspect of bringing pace and value." It emphasizes that programmes must be planned and managed to deliver a steady flow of value, which requires learning and adaptation to maintain momentum. (p. 26)

Section 3.2, 'Lead with purpose': This section describes the importance of a compelling vision, directly linking to option C. (p. 22)

Section 3.4, 'Deal with ambiguity': This section discusses navigating uncertainty and making decisions, which aligns with the risk appetite concept in option B. (p. 24)

Section 3.7, 'Deploy diverse skills': This principle covers the need to bring together the right skills and resources, which relates to option A. (p. 27)