Key Finding: Training and staff development in the field of project management has grown drastically, in a variety of forums. We asked survey participants whether their organisation utilize some form of project management staff development. Approximately 76% indicated opportunities were available to obtain training, up 32% from Figure 23: The Breakdown of Training Options Organisations are Using 2007. Respondents were then asked the question: “Which medium does your company utilize to have project management training delivered?” As shown in Figure 26, classroom settings and online self-studies were the top two training options being used in organisations today. The breakdown of training options organisations are using is depicted in Figure 25. Over half the participants agreed that ample time and adequate technology was provided for PM training and development. Survey data also showed that 55% of respondents felt training was continuously improving from lessons learned and new information. Since these numbers are just slightly over half, organisations may benefit from improving in these areas. The survey also showed that 67% of participants agreed that project management training contributes to business performance. As noted in Figure 26, of the respondents Figure 24: Trainings Impact on Business Performance that indicated training was available, survey data showed that a majority of their projects performed higher in 3 of the 5 key performance indicators - scope (70%), quality (69%) and business benefits (59%). However, respondents that indicated training was available also reported lower project performance within the budget (39%) and schedule (29%) key performance areas. This statistic isn’t surprising since respondents indicated that the number one reason for project failure is poor estimates in the planning phase. Current training programs may not include budget and schedule estimating in the planning phase. Survey data suggests that organisations may benefit from developing robust training programs around the area of estimating. 28 I n si ghts and trends: Current Portfolio, Programme and Project Management Practices