{"id":254631,"date":"2026-07-08T14:30:55","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T12:30:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parm.com\/?p=254631"},"modified":"2026-07-08T14:31:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T12:31:07","slug":"why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Companies Fail Not Because of Individual Projects, but Because of a Lack of Coordination"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Project Management ABC: P for Program Management<\/p>\n<h1>Why Companies Fail Not Because of Individual Projects, but Because of a Lack of Coordination<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Post_PM-ABC_Program-management_EN.jpg\" alt=\"Project Management ABC: P for Program Management\" title=\"Post_PM-ABC_Program Management\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Post_PM-ABC_Program-management_EN.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/parm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Post_PM-ABC_Program-management_EN-1280x672.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/parm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Post_PM-ABC_Program-management_EN-980x515.jpg 980w, https:\/\/parm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Post_PM-ABC_Program-management_EN-480x252.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-254651\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Digitalization, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and new regulatory requirements are forcing companies to constantly adapt and change. To remain competitive, new projects are therefore continuously being launched. The goal is to make processes more efficient, introduce new technologies, or further develop products. However, as the number of projects increases, so does their complexity. Different teams work in parallel on related topics, key personnel are involved in multiple projects at the same time, and decisions made in one project have immediate repercussions on others. Despite professional project management, there is therefore a high risk that deadlines will be missed, resources will become scarce, and the expected benefits of strategic initiatives will fall short of expectations.     <\/p>\n<p>The cause of this often lies not in the quality of individual projects. Rather, there is a lack of an overarching view of interrelationships, dependencies, and shared goals. Program management provides the framework for managing multiple interconnected projects in such a way that, together, they achieve the desired strategic benefits.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/#Too_many_projects_Often_the_problem_starts_right_in_the_portfolio\" >Too many projects? Often, the problem starts right in the portfolio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/#Why_the_Most_Important_Business_Goals_Require_More_Than_Just_a_Project\" >Why the Most Important Business Goals Require More Than Just a Project<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/#Program_Management_The_Bridge_Between_Strategy_and_Implementation\" >Program Management: The Bridge Between Strategy and Implementation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/#The_Key_Responsibilities_of_Program_Management\" >The Key Responsibilities of Program Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/#Typical_Challenges_in_Program_Management\" >Typical Challenges in Program Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/#Success_Factors_for_Effective_Program_Management\" >Success Factors for Effective Program Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/#Technology_as_an_Enabler_for_Modern_Program_Management\" >Technology as an Enabler for Modern Program Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/parm.com\/en\/why-companies-fail-not-because-of-individual-projects-but-because-of-a-lack-of-coordination\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Too_many_projects_Often_the_problem_starts_right_in_the_portfolio\"><\/span>Too many projects? Often, the problem starts right in the portfolio <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In practice, new projects often emerge in a decentralized manner. Business units drive digitalization initiatives, IT modernizes existing systems, compliance departments respond to regulatory requirements, and management initiates strategic transformation programs. Taken individually, these initiatives are usually well-founded. The problem arises when every good idea automatically leads to a new project, resulting in a constantly expanding project landscape in which numerous initiatives compete simultaneously for budgets, skilled personnel, and management attention. Critical resources in particular are overbooked, priorities shift constantly, and dependencies between projects are often overlooked.    <\/p>\n<p>So before companies can successfully manage complex programs, the fundamental question that must first be addressed is which projects should be implemented in the first place. This question is usually answered through portfolio management, which examines all of a company\u2019s projects and programs from a broader perspective and thus helps ensure the right decisions are made. The goal of portfolio management is to focus investments specifically on those initiatives that contribute most to the company\u2019s strategy.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_Most_Important_Business_Goals_Require_More_Than_Just_a_Project\"><\/span>Why the Most Important Business Goals Require More Than Just a Project<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>However, such strategic changes can rarely be achieved through a single project; rather, they often consist of numerous projects that are interdependent but have different teams, budgets, and timelines. The success of these initiatives therefore does not depend solely on whether each individual project achieves its goals. Rather, what is crucial is whether all projects are coordinated in terms of content and timing so that, together, they generate the intended benefits. This task is handled by program management.   <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Program_Management_The_Bridge_Between_Strategy_and_Implementation\"><\/span>Program Management: The Bridge Between Strategy and Implementation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once the most strategically important initiatives have been identified, their coordinated implementation begins; after all, even if all projects within a program are professionally planned and managed, that does not necessarily mean the overarching goal will be achieved. For example, if a key IT project is delayed, this can have an impact on training initiatives, process adjustments, or the planned go-live. If resources are reallocated at short notice or priorities are changed, this can quickly trigger a chain reaction that jeopardizes the success of the entire initiative.  <\/p>\n<p>Unlike project management, program management does not focus on a single project, but rather on several projects that are thematically linked and collectively contribute to a strategic goal. The focus is not on the successful completion of each individual project, but on whether the program delivers the desired strategic benefits for the company.<br \/>This perspective fundamentally changes the nature of management. Instead of viewing projects in isolation, the focus shifts to their interactions. Decisions are evaluated not only based on how they affect a single project, but also on their consequences for the entire program.   <\/p>\n<p>Of course, this does not mean that program management replaces project management; rather, the two disciplines complement each other. Project managers therefore remain responsible for the successful implementation of their respective projects, while program management keeps the common goals in sight. It ensures that projects are effectively coordinated, dependencies are identified early on, and conflicts do not come to light only after deadlines or budgets are already at risk. This creates a management level that makes strategic changes predictable and ensures that many individual projects come together to form a successful overall initiative.   <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Key_Responsibilities_of_Program_Management\"><\/span>The Key Responsibilities of Program Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Program management involves much more than simply overseeing multiple projects simultaneously. It creates the organizational conditions necessary for complex change initiatives to be implemented efficiently and to deliver their intended benefits. <\/p>\n<p>The focus is primarily on five tasks:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Making Dependencies Transparent: Programs involve numerous technical and temporal dependencies. For example, one project may provide the technical foundation upon which another is built, or multiple projects may access the same data, systems, or processes. If these interdependencies are not identified early on, delays can quickly spread to other projects. Program management therefore creates transparency regarding such interactions and enables coordinated planning.   <\/li>\n<li>Managing Resources Across Programs: In many companies, experienced professionals work on multiple projects simultaneously. Without overarching coordination, bottlenecks or unrealistic workload levels can quickly arise. Program management therefore does not view resources in isolation for each individual project, but rather across the entire program. This allows conflicts to be identified early on and priorities to be better aligned.   <\/li>\n<li>Taking a Holistic View of Risks: Every project has its own risk management process, but there is a danger that risks arising solely from the interaction of multiple projects will be overlooked. For example, a delayed milestone can set subsequent projects back, incur additional costs, or postpone planned benefits. Program management therefore complements project-specific risk management by providing a comprehensive view of risks that affect the entire program.  <\/li>\n<li>Coordinating Change: Programs often involve far-reaching changes within an organization. New processes, technologies, or organizational structures affect different areas and must be synchronized over time. Therefore, program management ensures that these changes do not occur in isolation but are managed as a cohesive transformation. This helps avoid duplication of effort and increases acceptance and the speed of implementation.   <\/li>\n<li>Keeping the Benefits in Mind: The most important difference from project management lies in the consistent focus on the expected benefits. A project is usually considered successful if it is completed within the planned time frame and budget. For program management, however, that is not enough. What matters is whether the intended improvements actually materialize\u2014such as more efficient processes, lower costs, or higher customer satisfaction. This focus on benefits helps companies measure the success of strategic initiatives not only by completed projects but also by their actual impact.    <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Typical_Challenges_in_Program_Management\"><\/span>Typical Challenges in Program Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Managing complex programs comes with unique challenges. The more projects are involved, the more important transparency, communication, and clear governance become. One of the biggest challenges is maintaining an overview. Programs tend to evolve dynamically. This means that projects are adjusted, priorities change, and new requirements are added. At the same time, management and stakeholders expect reliable updates on progress, risks, and the achievement of objectives.     <\/p>\n<p>In addition, programs are often organized across departments. Different functional departments pursue their own goals, use different methods, and have different decision-making processes. Program management must reconcile these interests without losing sight of the common goal.  <\/p>\n<p>Communication also plays a central role. Information must be tailored to the target audience, from the operational project team all the way up to senior management. While project managers need detailed information on dependencies and milestones, executives are primarily interested in strategic progress, risks, and expected benefits.  <\/p>\n<p>In addition, program management requires a high degree of adaptability, as strategic initiatives often span several years. During this time, market conditions, corporate goals, or regulatory requirements frequently change. Programs must therefore be managed in such a way that they can respond to changes without losing sight of their overarching goals.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Success_Factors_for_Effective_Program_Management\"><\/span>Success Factors for Effective Program Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For program management to be effective, it takes more than just additional meetings or more detailed status reports. Successful programs are characterized above all by a few fundamental principles. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> <strong> Clear program objectives:<\/strong> Everyone involved must understand the strategic benefits the program is intended to achieve. The clearer the objectives, the easier it is to set priorities and make decisions. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Transparency Regarding Dependencies:<\/strong> Projects must not be planned in isolation. Visible dependencies help identify risks early on and develop realistic schedules. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Collaborative Governance:<\/strong> Consistent decision-making processes, clear roles, and coordinated reporting structures provide guidance, especially in cross-functional programs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Realistic Resource Planning:<\/strong> Programs rarely fail due to a lack of ideas, but often because key personnel are overburdened. Cross-program resource management is therefore crucial. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Continuous Value Management:<\/strong> The success of a program should not be measured solely by completed projects, but by its actual impact on the company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technology_as_an_Enabler_for_Modern_Program_Management\"><\/span>Technology as an Enabler for Modern Program Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As program size increases, spreadsheets, ad-hoc solutions, and manual reconciliation quickly reach their limits. Information on projects, resources, budgets, risks, and dependencies is often stored in different systems and must be painstakingly consolidated. Modern program management solutions create a shared database for this purpose. They provide a centralized view of ongoing projects, clearly illustrate interdependencies, and support informed decision-making at the program and portfolio levels. This transparency becomes particularly valuable when programs need to be managed dynamically\u2014for example, in the event of priority changes, resource bottlenecks, or new strategic requirements.    <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Today, companies rarely fail because of individual projects. The greater challenge lies in coordinating complex strategic initiatives across many interconnected projects. This is precisely where program management excels: it provides transparency into interrelationships, manages dependencies, and ensures that individual projects collectively generate measurable value for the company.   Those who successfully establish program management not only increase the likelihood of successfully implementing major transformations, but also foster greater focus, better prioritization, and a greater impact from strategic investments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>An integrated project, program, and portfolio management solution can provide support during implementation. myPARM Project Management combines functions for project, program, portfolio, and resource management into a single platform, helping to transparently manage dependencies, capacities, and strategic priorities. 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Then make an appointment with us right away! <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper preset--module--divi-button--default_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_1 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-button--default\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/ymv-ffv-cqx\" target=\"_blank\">MAKE AN APPOINTMENT<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_13 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_block_module\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is program management?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Program management is the coordinated oversight of multiple interrelated projects that collectively pursue an overarching strategic goal. Unlike project management, the focus is not on the success of a single project, but rather on the benefits resulting from the interaction of all projects. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How does program management differ from project management?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Project management focuses on the successful planning and execution of a single project. Program management, on the other hand, oversees multiple interrelated projects and ensures that, together, they support the company\u2019s strategic goals and deliver the desired benefits. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is the difference between program management and portfolio management?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Portfolio management determines which projects and programs a company should undertake in order to best achieve its strategic goals. Program management then takes over and coordinates the selected, related projects so that they can be successfully implemented together. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">When is program management appropriate?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Program management is always worthwhile when multiple projects are closely linked and are intended to collectively create strategic value. Typical examples include digitalization initiatives, ERP implementations, sustainability programs, or international transformation projects. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_4 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What are the responsibilities of program management?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Key responsibilities include coordinating project dependencies, cross-functional resource planning, managing program-wide risks, managing change, and ensuring that the program delivers the intended benefits to the company.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_5 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What are the challenges of program management?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Among the greatest challenges are coordinating numerous stakeholders, managing dependencies between projects, making efficient use of limited resources, and adapting to changing conditions throughout the program\u2019s duration.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_6 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What are the benefits of program management?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Program management provides clarity on complex interrelationships, improves coordination between projects, and helps companies efficiently implement strategic changes. This helps reduce risks, allocate resources more effectively, and maximize the return on investment. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_7 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What role does software play in program management?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Modern program management software helps companies centrally manage projects, resources, risks, and dependencies. 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