Summary
Bennet P. Lientz
University of California, Los Angeles
Kathryn P. Rea
The Consulting Edge, Beverly Hills, California
A Volume in the E-Business Solutions Series
Although there are many books of methods and tools in different areas, few books actually give detailed tips and lessons on how to effectively set up and manage projects. Most books on project management devote all their space to specific methods. Breakthrough Technology Project Management, Second Edition provides tangible guidelines through examples and suggestions to help people participate in and manage projects more effectively. The authors' techniques and guidelines have been proven over the past 15 years in courses and counseling. This book will prove a valuable tool for those working in information systems, engineering, computer science, operations and production, and other environments involving project management.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS BOOK IS TO ANSWER:
How can the overall technology project management process be improved?
Which systems projects should be given resources and approved for action?
How can all systems and technology projects be better managed together?
How can individual projects be better managed and more successful?
What are specific guidelines for managing different types of projects?
THE SCOPE OF THE BOOK ANSWERS:
What projects should be approved?
How do you formulate and start projects effectively?
How do you manage single and multiple projects?
How do you identify, analyze, and address specific project issues?
How do you obtain results through communicating effectively with management, team members, staff, and vendors? |
Table of Contents
Part I: Improving the Project Management Process
Introduction
Developing Your Project Management Process and Strategy
Managing Multiple Projects and the Project Slate
Part II: Developing Your Project Plans
The Project Concept
The Right Project Leader
Building the Project Team
Developing the Project Plan
Part III: Managing Projects
Effective Project Tracking and Coordination
Software Development
Operations, Maintenance, and Enhancement
Software Packages
Technology Projects
Part IV: How to Successfully Address Project Issues
Business Issues
Human Resource Issues
Management Issues
Technical Issues
Vendor and Consultant Issues
How to Implement Improved Project Management
Bibliography
Web Sites
Appendices
Index |
