The Berkeley BPM Portal is designed to guide you and your team through Project Management, Change Management, Process Management, and Process Improvement.
The Portal is curated with a repository of actionable Guides, Best Practices, and Microlearnings.
Things to Keep in Mind
It's essential to emphasize that various methodologies and approaches exist for this type of work. Our collective experience has shown that the concepts, tools, and templates presented in this BPM Portal constitute the fundamental and often minimal requirements for the success of a project, change management, or process improvement. Recognizing the diversity among organizations and departments, adjustments may be necessary based on unique circumstances and needs.
FAQ'S
WHAT IS A GUIDE?
GUIDES are actionable guides and dynamic tools for success, empowering you to tackle intricate projects, drive effective change, and optimize your workflow. Developed, tested and refined by the Business Process Management Office at UC Berkeley, they offer proven strategies for achieving your goals.
WHEN TO USE THE GUIDES
Anytime! The materials in this Portal are for individuals at any skill or experience level. Whether you're a newcomer to project management, a seasoned project manager, interested in applying change management principles, keen on making process improvements, or curious about constructing an actionable true north strategic plan, these resources are designed to assist you in broadening your skill set.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Templates, tips and best practices are provided in each GUIDE. You can also access them separately at the links in the main menu.
We also have Office Hours every Wednesday and a Process Champion Network (PCN), which is a lage community of individuals that come together to learn and support each other.
In addition, training courses for more advanced concepts in these areas will be available soon.
Project Management
These GUIDES are designed to help you lead a project and influence change at your organization.
Templates, tips and best practices are included at every stage of the project lifecycle to help you get started today.
Change Management
These GUIDES are designed to help you drive the success of change initiatives by supporting people throughout their change journeys.
Templates, tips and best practices are provided to help you get started today.
Process Management & Improvement
The BPMO uses a structured four-phase approach to process improvement: Document, Assess, Improve, and Manage. Each phase builds on the last.
These guides walk you through each phase and give you the tools to do the work.
Lean Six Sigma Toolkit
The BPMO Lean Six Sigma Toolkit gives you the tools and guidance to assess and improve processes using Lean and Six Sigma methodology. It supports the Assess and Improve phases of the Process Management Lifecycle and includes how-to guides, templates, and facilitation resources.
Note: Work in-process