The business problem it solves
Without structured intake, projects start informally, bypass prioritization, and overload the same teams.
Who should use it
- PMOs governing demand
- Sponsors submitting requests
- Portfolio leaders prioritizing
When to use it
Use it as the front door for every new project or initiative request.
What this template helps you do
- Request summary and sponsor
- Business case and objectives
- Estimated size and benefit
- Strategic alignment and priority
- Approval routing
- Request summary
- Business case
- Size and benefit
- Strategic alignment
- Approval routing
How it connects to the PMOstart 5D Lifecycle
This template supports the Discover stage of the PMOstart 5D Lifecycle. It also maps to these related lifecycles, where you can see how the work fits the bigger delivery picture:
Portfolio Management LifecycleGovernance LifecyclePMO Maturity Lifecycle
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Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
It ensures every request is captured consistently so leadership can prioritize objectively against capacity and strategy.
The PMO or a prioritization or governance body, based on business case, benefit, and strategic fit.
Every PMOstart template is free. No download limit. Need the work done for you?
Every PMOstart template is free to download and use. When you want the work done, not just the document, PMOstart delivers it: Fractional PMO, project rescue, program and portfolio management, governance, and executive reporting, as a managed monthly service.