The document discusses updates to the PRINCE2 project management methodology in its 2017 edition. The updates aim to emphasize tailoring PRINCE2 to different organizations and environments, its underlying principles and themes, and practical application. The 2017 edition also provides more guidance on identifying minimum requirements for PRINCE2 projects, adopting Agile approaches, and navigating the new guidance. The core 7 principles, 7 themes, and 7 processes of PRINCE2 remain unchanged.

1. PRINCE2 2017 Updates
Main Features
Dr. Sami Zahran
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2. Why PRINCE2 Updates
PRINCE2 2017 updates provides a practical,
reliable response to the diverse demands of
today’s environment.
PRINCE2 method has been tried and tested
worldwide in project management
PRINCE2 is Reliable, Flexible and Scalable.
PRINCE2 is firmly established as the wold’s most
practised method for project management.
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3. Emphasis of PRINCE2 2017 Edition (1/2)
PRINCE2 2017 will put more emphasis on:
 Tailoring the method to the needs of organisations and
project environments
The principles that underpin the method
The links between themes and principles
Practical application of guidance, with numerous examples,
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4. Emphasis of PRINCE2 2017 Edition (2/2)
PRINCE2 2017 include specific guidance on:
 Identifying the minimum requirement for a PRINCE2
project
Making selective, but optimum use of PRINCE2 elements to
sate the scale of your project
Agile adoption, making reference to PRINCE2 Agile where
relevant
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5. The 7 Principles, 7 Themes & 7 Processes
PRINCE2
7 Principles,
7 Themes &
7 Processes
will remain as they are
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6. Navigating PRINCE2 Guidance
The New PRINCE2 Guidance will be
Easier to navigate and more practical
in its approach
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7. New PRINCE2 2017 Exams
New Foundation Exam has a much clearer focus
on the core of PRINCE2.
New Practitioner Exam will have a renewed focus
on equipping Practitioners with the practical skills
to apply PRINCE2
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8. New Guidance on PRINCE2 Exams
PRINCE2 2017 offers updated guidance and new
Foundation and Practitioner examinations.
The focus of the Exams will be on what makes a
successful project-but the emphasis will reflect
the evolving demand’s of today’s business
environment.
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9. Current PRINCE2 Certificates
Current PRINCE2 Practitioner Certificates will
remain valid until the end of their five year period
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10. Get Ready for PRINCE2 2017 Updates
Good Luck with the PRINCE2 2017
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