As project management evolved it became apparent to many executives that a formal project management process may not provide benefits significant enough to justify the expense associated with developing a formal methodology. In many organizations, project management was considered as overhead. The driving forces of rapid technology changes, the increasing complexity of projects, and the increased demand for resources with specialized knowledge all contributed to the need for an effective project management methodology. How can a project management methodology assist in managing and resolving issues related to these driving forces? What benefits are obtained through the use of a project management methodology? What other driving forces may influence the decisions associated with establishing a project management methodology in an organization?