Breakthrough Technology Project Management (E-Business Solutions) - Softcover

Lientz, Bennet P.; Rea, Kathryn P.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0124499708 ISBN 13: 9780124499706

Publisher: Academic Press, 1998

Synopsis

Breakthrough Technology Project Management

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Praise for the First Edition
"Addresses such issues as project management strategy; engaging multiple projects; establishing projects and project plans; managing a range of high-technology projects, including software development and implementation, and technology and networking; and coping with specific issues related to personnel, management, technology, vendors, and contractors."
--BOOK NEWS, INC. ®, Portland, OR

From the Back Cover:

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?

About this edition

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0124499708
• ISBN 13: 9780124499706
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 289