Abstract
As more open-systems development projects are running in the midst of growing demand for IT, the number of project managers required is also mounting. On the other hand, project conditions are getting tougher year after year. As a result, it is very difficult to provide enough training for project managers. In order to solve difficulties in the training and accomplish further growth in our SI business, NTT Data has been applying the in-house PM accreditation scheme since 2003 as a part of its skills development programs for project managers. NTT Data's SI competency department PMO is currently planning to implement measures, which are expected to start in the course of 2006, that focus on improving the quality of project management skills. We explain our activities as a case study of PMO.
