How we can help
Consulting for any situation
In many organisations the evolution of project, programme and portfolio management capability lags behind the development of other organisational capabilities. Leadership teams are often unaware of this, and so the level of project management maturity, or even the very concept of project management maturity, remains invisible.
There’s a clear link between project management maturity levels and project success. Improving project management maturity can increase satisfaction with project outcomes, raise employee morale and boost productivity, raise quality, and provide a higher return on investment.
Our experienced team will improve your project management capability at an organisational level, by helping you implement project delivery structure, governance, processes, and tools. We equip your organisation and people to get momentum and realise your strategic goals, all backed by an industry standard approach to maturity improvement.
Our consulting services
Problems we solve
Portfolio and Project Management as a Service
Want to have an overall view of your portfolio health and resolve friction between projects and day-to-day operations related to resource overallocation and missed deadlines? We provide a tailored PPM solution to increase visibility and support decision making.
Project governance and assurance
Our experienced team can help keep your projects running smoothly by providing project governance and assurance frameworks and services aligned to your needs.
Project management tools assessment and implementation
Not sure where to start with the hundreds of project management tools available? Our team can help you determine which one is right for you, and help you adopt it within your organisation.
Project management process development and implementation
Don’t know where to start with project management processes? Or need a bit of help refining your existing framework? Let our experts help with a full range of services to suit wherever you’re at.
Project management tools assessment and implementation
Not sure where to start with the hundreds of project management tools available? Our team can help you determine which one is right for you, and help you adopt it within your organisation.
Why Millpond
Proven expertise. We love what we do
With over 150 years of collective project experience and a reputation for delivering outcomes, we’ve built a legacy that’s only growing.
Passionate about projects, our people are talented, skilled, and capable professionals, who provide the full range of project management services and training to increase your team’s skills and capabilities to help you achieve your business outcomes.
Some of Australasia’s largest and most successful organisations use Millpond because we offer:
Focus was a key factor – we had a PM who could focus the majority of his time on the one project.
Joe Smedley, Head of Container Operations,
LPC
We knew Millpond had the capability and they are well connected in the global project management landscape. As a training and consultancy organisation, Millpond is always building knowledge, which is something they bring to the partnership with Foodstuffs SI.”
Matt Richardson, Head of PMO, Foodstuffs SI
It was really a consultative process, as Millpond asked the right questions, then they gave us the right solution.
Ian Lafferty, Director of Executive Programs,
University of Otago
Our Trainer was excellent. She had a manner and charm that is magnetic and her ability to facilitate class engagement is testament to her project management skills. Great course. One of the most engaging I’ve ever been on.
Bevan Johnson, Project Manager, Fonterra
Millpond managed a multi-vendor project team spread across the world, within very ambitious scopes and time frames. Millpond were great to work with, with their simple but methodical approach to project management.
Grant Longden, Digital Manager, FairWay.
Millpond delivered a completely bespoke training solution. They created a breadth of training content and gave us examples of what to expect during the training. The Millpond team are great – very patient and tolerant.
Cameron Shipman, Manager of Programme Project Delivery
Kāinga Ora
The online resources (material and questions) were very helpful for post-course study. The trainers know their stuff but more importantly, tailor it to the individual learning style and pace.
Nick Dollin, Project Manager, Trimble
It was great how Millpond modified the process to fit with the business and showed us how to use it. The shared ownership of the final process gave us confidence in an effective outcome.
Quenton Johnston, Process Manager, OceanaGold Macraes Operation
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How we passed our PMP® and CAPM® exams, by Will & Tom
Two of our recent course attendees (Will Rohorua, PMP, and Tom Oosterlinck, CAPM) shared the following tips and tricks with the rest of their course group, and they are so good, we thought we'd share them...
Why Our Training Stands Out
We live by our values: honesty, transparency, and a people-centric approach. As a 100% New Zealand-owned organisation recognized as global thought leaders, we’re committed to delivering exceptional value while keeping our profits within the region. If you’re looking for a partner who understands your challenges, delivers world-class training with local relevance, and genuinely cares about your success, we’re here for you. Let us help you achieve your project management goals and build confidence for the future.
Key Aspects Of Portfolio Management And Governance: Driving Strategic Success
In today’s fast-paced and complex business environment, effective portfolio management and governance is critical for aligning organisational efforts with strategic goals. By focusing on key principles and practices, organisations can drive better decision-making, improve project outcomes, and maximize benefits realisation...
What’s New in the PMI-ACP® Certification? Updates Starting 8 November 2024
Starting 8 November 2024, the PMI-ACP® exam is undergoing significant updates, reflecting the latest trends and advancements in agile practices. If you’re preparing for the certification or looking to renew it, here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming changes.
Navigating Organisational Change Together
Explore key insights from Millpond's 'Navigating Change Together' webinar. Learn how to manage change effectively, build relationships, and tailor approaches, whether you're an accidental change manager or an experienced leader.
Millpond were instrumental in shaping the new Otago University MBA PCE offering
Foodstuffs needed a Project Manager to deliver two critical and complex projects.
A bespoke Capability Programme to establish and develop the critical capabilities required to meet future demands of BHP’s growth portfolio.
The Millpond team developed an entirely bespoke, one day PRINCE 2 training program that was delivered at two separate locations in July of 2020.
