Project Management For Dummies

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Manage your projects like a pro Now revised to stay in line with today's unique business challenges and project approaches, Project Management For Dummies, 2nd UK Portable Edition is updated with fresh content, tips, and tactics that cover everything you need to know from a project's start to finish. You'll find out how to make project planning both easier and more effective, manage resources to stay on track and within budget and utilise powerful risk management techniques to keep risks at a minimum during the project. Plus, clear descriptions of who should do what and plain-English explanations of the latest concepts behind best-practice project management techniques make it easy to stay focused and on target throughout the project's life cycle. In today's time-pressured and cost-conscious global business environment, reliable project planning and competent delivery are more important than ever. Luckily, this approachable and on-the-go guide shows you what works and what doesn't, taking the guesswork out of project management and arming with the tools you need to succeed. Includes access to online templates and checklists Shows you how to avoid being part of the 70% project failure statistic Serves as the perfect portable reference to every aspect of project management Covers delivery-focused planning, team motivation techniques, and managing resources Whether you're taking on a project for the first time or a more experienced project manager looking to catch up on the latest thinking and techniques in the field, this fun and accessible guide makes it easy.

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In today's time-pressured, cost-conscious global business environment, tight project deadlines and stringent expectations are the norm. Project Management For Dummies shows business professionals what works and what doesn't by examining the field's best practices. You can learn how to organise, estimate, and schedule projects more efficiently. Discover how to manage deliverables, issue changes, assess risks, maintain communications, and live up to expectations by making the most of the latest technology and software and by avoiding common problems that can trip up even the best project managers.This adaptation includes:The latest methods to manage resources and stay on track and within budgetCoverage for dealing with the pros and cons of virtual teamsTips and information on setting realistic expectations and meeting everyone’s needsMethods and strategies to get tasks done with minimal staffTips and advice for motivating a project teamThe latest concepts and fundamentals behind best-practice project management techniquesThe mindset and skill set of today’s most effective project managers—what it really takes to guarantee a successful projectInformation on how to involve project audiences by conducting a Stakeholder AnalysisTrends and tough project typesAssessment tools to determine strengths and weaknesses for everything from choosing software to selecting a project teamTactics for team motivation and the hottest risk management strategies

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Pagina's: 480, Editie: 6, Paperback, Wiley John + Sons