A fresh study from B1 Group, WINbd, and SOVNET reveals the state of projects in Russian business. Spoiler: everything has become more complex, but more systematic.

Key insights from the report:

🟩 Maturity is growing: Most companies rate their project management maturity level at 3 out of 5. This is a solid "average," where processes are already defined and working, but not yet self-optimizing.

🟩 Sponsor is key to success: 81% of respondents believe the role of Sponsor (Curator) is critical. If top management is involved, the probability of project success skyrockets.

🟩 PMO (Project Management Offices): They exist in 72% of surveyed organizations. The main task is not just control, but methodology and team support.

🟩 Main pain points: Shortage of qualified personnel and difficulties with import substitution of project management software remain top challenges.

🟩 More than 64% of companies confirmed that systematic management of project activities directly affects the achievement of strategic goals. Projects are no longer "just tasks" — they are a survival tool.

The market is moving away from chaotic management. Those who can link company strategy with specific project KPIs are now in demand. If you are a PM, the focus in 2026 is on working with stakeholders and adapting to Russian IT solutions.

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