The Integrated Program Team
Russ J. Martinelli, James M. Waddell, Tim J. Rahschulte · 2014
This chapter continue the systems approach to program management by exploring how to utilize the whole solution and program architecture to create an integrated program team that can effectively execute the program. An effective program structure is key to realizing the benefits of program management. The chapter examines the process involved with forming an integrated program team (IPT). Each of the core and enabling components of the program architecture that will generate deliverables or outcomes required for the program must be represented on the IPT. The integrated program team consists of three primary entities: 1) the program manager, 2) the IPT core team, and 3) the extended team. The particular functions and support organizations that make up the integrated program team are dependent upon the elements and scope of the program architecture.