E-Book, Englisch, 220 Seiten
Wills Essential Project Management Skills
1. Auflage 2010
ISBN: 978-1-4398-2717-8
Verlag: Taylor & Francis
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)
E-Book, Englisch, 220 Seiten
ISBN: 978-1-4398-2717-8
Verlag: Taylor & Francis
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)
In today’s business world, project managers not only have to be diligent in project planning and execution, but also need to have skills in persuasion, communication, and relationship management. Reflecting the changing landscape of projects today, Essential Project Management Skills empowers project managers to master the skills necessary to succeed in the current environment.
Real case studies clarify concepts
Divided into four sections by chapter and enhanced with tables and diagrams, the book begins by introducing the concepts related to the changing project landscape and their impact on projects. It then delves into the details of several trends within the project landscape, describes the challenges created by these trends for project managers, and provides illuminating case studies that elucidate each trend and its impact. Next, the book outlines the skills required to be successful in this new environment and offers techniques that can be applied to fully master them. Each of these skills is aligned with a case study in which the skills and techniques are used and the outcomes discussed. Finally, the book ties together the evolution of the project landscape, the challenges posed, and the new skills required to manage projects successfully in today’s environment. The book also provides a checklist of the skills and techniques in the context of different project scenarios.
Written by an expert in project management
Written by an expert with a career of hands-on experience in the project management field, this volume is invaluable for project managers who have a fundamental background in project management principles and want to augment their toolbox of skills and techniques around the delivery of projects in today’s complicated business environment.
Zielgruppe
Project managers, program and portfolio managers, and IT managers.
Autoren/Hrsg.
Weitere Infos & Material
Background
Changing Project Landscape
Overview
Trend 1— Reduce Cost
Trend 2 — Increased Complexity
Trend 3 — Additional Rigor
Trend 4 — Changing Workforce
Reduce Cost: Outsourcing
Additional Attention
Intangibles
Reduce Cost: Shared Services
Competing Priorities
Additional Steps
Resource Skills
Intangibles
Increased Complexity: More Technology Layers
Additional Planning
Different Skill Needs
Increased Complexity: Enterprise Focus
Standards and Fit
Broader Requirements
Increased Complexity: Third-Party Vendors
Planning
Loss of Some Control
Additional Rigor: Demand Management and Governance
Additional Planning
No Slack
Intangibles
Additional Rigor: Process and Tools
Additional Planning
Applicability
Changing Workforce: Specialized Resources
High-Demand Resources
Missing the Big Picture
Changing Workforce: Mobile Resources
Losing Key Resources Impacts Success
Summary of Impacts
The New Project Management Skills
Overview
Additional Rigor
Consultative Approach
Managing Information
Leadership
Additional Rigor
Diligent Project Planning
Use a Standard Methodology for Delivery
Use Resources Intelligently
Diligent Project Management
Use Metrics Appropriately
Improve Competencies
Consultative Approach
Relationship Focus
Influencing
Self-Management
Political Savvy
Managing Information
Proper Communications Planning
Gathering Information: Visibility
Presenting and Sharing Information
Leading the Team
Motivating Team Members
Empower the Team
Be a Champion for the Team
Handling Conflicts and Difficult People
Summary
Tying It All Together
Planning Is an Investment
Constant Diligence
Making Time for the Right Things
Recognizing That People Will Make the Project Successful
Be Conscious
Situational Adaptation
Summary of Techniques and Skills
References
