The Role of a Project Sponsor
by Admin
What is a project sponsor and how can this role best support the success of an HRIS project?
The sponsor is ultimately responsible for the HRIS project and is the key decision maker. Whilst project managers and sponsors work side-by-side on HRIS and broader change-management projects, there is an important distinction between the two. It's vital that the roles of each party are embraced fully, in order to achieve maximum ROI from your HR and Payroll systems.
Download our resource below and discover the characteristics of a project sponsor and the part they play in the success of any project.
Project sponsor vs. project manager
Project sponsorship: six pitfalls to avoid
How to get the right balance, from day one

"The sponsor is ultimately responsible for the HRIS project and is the key decision-maker."
What you will learn
What is a project sponsor?
We define what a project sponsor is and how this role best supports the success of an HRIS project.
Project sponsor vs. project manager
We explain the differences between the roles and their required responsibilities.
Common pitfalls to avoid
We share some of the common issues concerning the role of the project sponsor and ways which these can be resolved.
Tips for getting the right balance
Drawing on our many years' experience, we share some top tips about each stage of an HRIS project and where the project sponsor fits in.

Download today and understand the responsibilities of your project sponsor
The project sponsor plays a key part in your HRIS project.
Providing support at each stage, they are ultimately responsible for the HRIS project and are the key decision-maker.
We'll help you get the best out of this role and your HRIS project...
By sharing what the project sponsor's role entails, common issues concerning the role of the project sponsor and our top tips to resolve these, download this resource to ensure project success!
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