Breakthrough Technology Project Management or Principles of Economic Growth

Breakthrough Technology Project Management

Author: Bennet P Lientz

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?

Booknews

Describes an approach to the management of information technology projects which emphasizes the management of multiple projects, modern software tools, collaborative teamwork, risk management, and project templates. Lientz (information systems, UCLA) and Rea (a private consultant) cover technology project management from development through implementation. A sampling of topics includes finding the right project leader, building the project team, project tracking and coordination, and operations, maintenance, and enhancement. The final section covers business, human resource, management, technical, vendor and consultant issues. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Table of Contents:

	Preface
Pt. I	Improving the Project Management Process
Ch. 1	Introduction
Ch. 2	Developing Your Project Management Process and Strategy
Ch. 3	Managing Multiple Projects and the Project Slate
Pt. II	Developing Your Project Plans
Ch. 4	The Project Concept
Ch. 5	The Right Project Leader
Ch. 6	Building the Project Team
Ch. 7	Developing the Project Plan
Pt. III	Managing Projects
Ch. 8	Effective Project Tracking and Coordination
Ch. 9	Software Development
Ch. 10	Operations, Maintenance, and Enhancement
Ch. 11	Software Packages
Ch. 12	Technology Projects
Pt. IV	How to Successfully Address Project Issues
Ch. 13	Business Issues
Ch. 14	Human Resource Issues
Ch. 15	Technical Issues
Ch. 16	Vendor and Consultant Issues
	Bibliography
	Index

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