Projects are an integral part of many organizations and play a crucial role in the implementation of strategics goals. To ensure that projects are carried out efficiently and effectively, various methods and tools are used, including projects and/or project management audits.

A project audit is a review and evaluation of an ongoing or completed project to ensure that it meets the predefined objectives and standards. This process includes analyzing project planning, resource management, risk assessment, budget control and quality assurance. Project audits can be conducted internally or externally, with internal audits usually being conducted by employee of the organization, while external audits can be conducted by independent experts, such as us, Behrens Projektmanagement GmbH.

A project management audit, on the other hand, is a more comprehensive examination of the entire project management process in an organization. It does not only refer to individual projects, but looks at the entirety of project management practices, policies and processes. A project management audit aims to evaluate the effectiveness of project management in the organization and derive.

It is important for us to emphasize that project and project management audits are not negative events. On the contrary, they are opportunities to bring about positive change and promote success. It is important for us to define a clear audit framework, audit objectives and expecations together with our clients. We therefore carry out our project and project management audits in accordacnce with DIN 69901 and focus on the IPMA standard, as the majority of our employees are certified to at least Level D (Certified Project Management Associate).

A project or project management audit in accordance with DIN 69901 is valuable tool for ensuring the quality of projects and maximizing their success. It provides a structured approach to ensure that projects are implemented effectively, efficiently and purposefully. Companies that adhere to this standard are better equipped to successfully complete their projects and remain competitive.

Example of a project audit by Behrens Projektmanagement GmbH: Our project audits begin with the definition of the audit objectives and criteria. Our audit team then carries out a comprehensive review of the project, collecting interviews and reviewing documents. We evaluate the results and derive recommendations for improving the project.

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