Every project manager follows the same process and produces the same type of reports in a standard format. Project communications are clear and presented in a way consistent in content and structure. The PMO provides a point from which all projects can be evaluated. It clearly defines ownership and accountability of each project. It establishes clear standards of performance measurement to judge the success of projects.
Every project manager starts from and is held accountable to a common set of standards.
The PMO is a tactical asset for the organization. Assigned project managers are focused on the daily coordination and management of project teams, thus ensuring good client relations. The PMO is not the office where strategic planning for future programs originates. However, the PMO needs to be part of the development of programs having an expected start within a year. Project managers should be involved in developing requirement documents that lead to the start of a project.