Essential 2024 Insights for Project Professionals
By: The Project Management Institute
As a project professional, you’re not here for the spotlight—you’re here for insights and tools to thrive in a fast-paced world. Our 2024 thought leadership reports deliver exactly that. Designed with one goal in mind—providing you with practical, forward-thinking perspectives—these reports address the challenges you’re facing today and the ones you’ll face tomorrow. From adapting to new ways of working to unlocking creative solutions with generative AI and mastering hybrid methodologies, you’ll find actionable strategies to help your teams thrive. Tailored to industries from construction to tech and beyond, our research cuts through the noise, empowering you to make smarter decisions and elevate both your projects—and your career.
January 2024
Driving Sustainability Strategy Home: Effective Practices That Take Businesses’ Impact Beyond Profit
Sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have; it’s a must-have. As a key priority for most companies, it’s increasingly shaping their business strategy, culture, and operations. However, many organizations are facing significant challenges in achieving their sustainability goals. This report underscored that businesses must move beyond just talking about sustainability—they need concrete, actionable strategies, driven by visionary leaders who bring both expertise and a strong set of values to the table.
Over 500 executives were surveyed, and the consensus was clear: collaboration is key. By aligning with suppliers, partners, and stakeholders, companies can turn sustainability goals into tangible outcomes. As organizations embrace these principles, they’ll not only benefit the planet but also their bottom line.
February 2024
This year’s Pulse of the Profession report focused on the evolving landscape of project work, emphasizing the shift away from traditional office-centric models. The findings reveal that agile, hybrid, and predictive project management approaches can all deliver similar performance results—success depends on choosing the right approach, not adhering strictly to one methodology.
The report also highlights the importance of empowering teams to select their ideal working methods, offering the flexibility to work remotely or in a hybrid environment, and stresses the need for organizations to provide the right tools, build skills, and foster a culture of resilience and continuous learning.
March 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping everything, including project management. In this report we explore the art and science of prompt engineering. The concept is simple: the clearer your prompts to AI tools, the better your results. This may seem easy, but it’s one of the critical skills project professionals need to master to work seamlessly with AI. Full of examples and actionable insights, this report will help you refine your prompts for maximum output.
April 2024
Generative AI (GenAI) and fast-evolving technologies are reshaping industries, creating a growing demand for digital transformation projects and adaptable, skilled project professionals to stay competitive in a volatile global economy. Our report highlights how project management professionals must stay ahead of the curve.
Explore why professionals who embrace continuous learning and attain certifications, like the Project Management Professional (PMP)®, are better equipped to lead innovative initiatives, enhance productivity, and improve career prospects and salary potential in a dynamic job market. This report also highlights growth areas in key sectors like construction, energy, and sustainability.
June 2024
GenAI is changing how project professionals and businesses work. While adoption is still in its early stages, two distinct groups are emerging: "Trailblazers," who are high adopters of GenAI in project management and are already reaping increased engagement and tangible benefits, and "Explorers," who are just beginning their journey. Organizations that lead and support GenAI implementation are paving the way for transformative change.
In this report we empower organizational leaders and project professionals to recognize the transformative impact of GenAI on individual performance, as well as to identify factors contributing to enhanced adoption.
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September 2024
Using GenAI successfully hinges on skilled project professionals and support from organizations, like clear plans, funding, and rules to handle data privacy and security. From automating mundane tasks to leveraging AI for creative problem-solving, the report revealed that the real power of GenAI lies in its ability to change how we approach complex problems.
But as the report points out, there’s a gap between "Trailblazers," who are high adopters of GenAI in project management, and "Explorers," who are just beginning. Read the report to learn why it’s time to catch up.
October 2024
Our report explores the interconnected world we live in, spotlighting three key themes: People, Planet and Innovation. Within each trend, we look at the micro and macro forces that drive them and showcase projects that seek new and aspirational ways to work within them to enact positive change.
The report shows how these trends are reshaping how projects are run and, more importantly, how they can be leveraged to drive positive, global change. From cutting-edge technologies to collaborative efforts across industries, the report offers insights and a roadmap for navigating the future with purpose and urgency.
December 2024
This report on project success challenges the traditional definition focused on scope, budget, and schedule. Instead, it emphasizes that true project success goes beyond just completing tasks—it’s about delivering impactful outcomes that benefit organizations, communities, and society.
Our extensive research calls on project professionals to shift their perspective from managing execution to owning the value that projects deliver. The report identifies four key imperatives for achieving success:
Read the report to learn how these insights can help you maximize success and drive meaningful change.
December 2024
In a global climate defined by rapid change, project management offices (PMOs) are driving success. This report explores how high-performing PMOs are positioning themselves as essential drivers of innovation and transformation. With strategies like adopting new tech, upskilling teams, and redefining value, PMOs are becoming indispensable partners in company growth.
Read the report to learn how PMO leaders are positioning their teams as essential drivers of innovation and strategic impact by prioritizing these efforts.
For access to these reports and more, head to our Thought Leadership page.
This article was adapted from its original version on The PMI Blog.
Retraité. Anciennement Cadre Dirigeant Société Générale.
6hTrès utile
Ingeniero de Sistemas, PMP, SCM y MSc, con una amplia y sólida trayectoria en la gerencia de unidades de Tecnología de la Información.
1dGreat article reflecting on the key trends in project management throughout 2024 and how they set the stage for 2025. The emphasis on AI and digital transformation highlights the need for project professionals to adapt and innovate. Thank you, PMI, for consistently providing valuable insights that help us navigate and excel in a rapidly evolving field!
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2dVery informative
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3dThank you for the amount of information you have benefited from project management Professional PMP 👏🏻
Sr Electrical Engineer
3dThank you, PMI. As we step into 2024, project management continues to evolve in remarkable ways, driven by technological advancements, shifting work dynamics, and emerging challenges across various industries. These changes are reshaping how projects are managed, requiring professionals to stay agile and adaptable in order to successfully navigate the evolving landscape.