PRINCE 2: a practical handbook is aimed at readers who want to learn what the PRINCE 2 method is all about, intend to implement it, are the clients of a contractor who will use it, or will participate in a project being managed according to PRINCE 2 guidelines. It describes each of the components, processes and techniques.
This book:
* relates PRINCE 2 to the practical issues of setting up and running a project
* provides a clear picture of how using PRINCE 2 provides a business like to start a project, ensuring its viability and the effective use of resources before any large scale expenditure is undertaken.
* covers the main management concerns about a project; project initiation, controlling products, quality, risks, change and project closure.
* concludes with descriptions of the normal management products of a project, and role descriptions to fit all the defined roles.
Colin Bentley was one of the co-authors of the PRINCE 2 manual, published by The Stationery Office on behalf of the CCTA. For 22 years he has been involved with PRINCE and its predecessor PROMPT II and is widely recognised as one of the leading authorities on the method. He works with the APM* Group to set examination papers and accredit trainers and training courses in PRINCE 2.
PRINCE, SSADM and Structured Systems Analysis and Design Method are registered trademarks of CCTA (Central Computer and Telecommunications Agency) and are used by Permission.
This publication has been reviewed by the technical committee of the PRINCE User Group Ltd., and has been assessed as conformant with the concepts of PRINCE Version 2.
*The APM Group is part of the Association of Project Managers and works with the CCTA to publicise and develop the PRINCE method.
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"PRINCE 2: a practical handbook, is a good example of a book written by project people for project people. The book complements the CCTA PRINCE 2 manual where the framework of the PRINCE 2 methodology is established. It offers good advice and suggestions on how to implement and utilise PRINCE 2 pragmatically in order to achieve a successful project. The book will be especially useful to those who wish to make use of PRINCE 2 to manage smaller scale projects. A useful addition to any project manager's reference" - The PRINCE User Group Ltd.
PRINCE 2: a practical handbook demonstrates how using PRINCE 2 can provide a business-like start to a project, ensuring its viability and the effective use of resources before any large-scale expenditure is undertaken.It covers the main management concerns about a project such as initiation, controlling products, quality, risks, change and project closure, and concludes with descriptions of the normal management products of a project. EDITIONNUMBER: 15
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