Blends theory and practice
Based on author's own industry and teaching experience
Covers PMBOK and PRINCE2
Includes practical troubleshooting tips
BENNET P. LIENTZ is a Professor and MBA Advisor at Anderson School of Management at the University of California, Los Angeles, USA. He is an internationally-recognised expert in IT management, project management, process improvement and e-business. He has consulted widely in Asia, Europe, Australia, North and South America and has worked with more than 100 firms in manufacturing, banking, retailing, energy, transportation and other sectors.
Many of the project management methods and techniques of the past are still being used today, even though the technology, management and environment have changed. Information Technology Project Management explores the need to employ a modern project management approach to reflect today's environment. Focusing on IT projects, Lientz provides a comprehensive examination of the project management process, from the initiation of the project through to the planning, design, execution and closing.
Key Features:
- Detailed coverage of PMBoK and PRINCE2 methodologies
- Explores the practical aspects of project management
- Extensive case studies from a variety of industries
- Checklists and scorecards to measure all aspects of the project management process
- Coverage of HRM and other 'soft' elements of project management
- Guidelines on preventing project problems and failure
Based on the authors own extensive industry and teaching practice, Information Technology Project Management is an essential resource for undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students studying project management.
Earlier editions of this work were published as Breakthrough Technology Project Management.
Preface.- PART I: PROJECT STRATEGY Introduction.- Developing your Project Management Process and Strategy.- Managing Multiple Projects and the Project Slate.- PART II: PROJECT PLANNING The Project Concept.- The Right Project Leader.- Building the Project Team.- Developing the Project Plan.- PART III: PROJECT EXECUTION Effective Project Tracking and Coordination.- Project Communications Management.- Risk Management.- Quality Management.- Procurement Management.- Measuring Projects and Project Management.- PART IV: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACTIVITIES Software Development.- Operations, Maintenance, and Enhancement.- Software Packages.- Technology Projects.- PART V:HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY ADDRESS PROJECT ISSUES Business Issues.- Human Resource Issues.- Management Issues.- Technical Issues.- Vendor and Consultant Issues.- Cultural and Political Issues.- Quality Issues.- PART VI: WHAT TO DO NEXT How to Implement Improved Project Management.- Bibliography.- Web Sites.- Appendix 1: Project Management Software.- Appendix 2: Issues Checklist.- Appendix 3: War Strategies Applied to Project Management.
A comprehensive overview of the management of IT projects. Grounded in the latest research, it offers practical tools and techniques to help students at every stage of the project, from initial planning through to trouble-shooting specific problems. Ideal for undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students taking a course in project management.
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Inhaltsverzeichnis
Preface.- PART I: PROJECT STRATEGY Introduction.- Developing your Project Management Process and Strategy.- Managing Multiple Projects and the Project Slate.- PART II: PROJECT PLANNING The Project Concept.- The Right Project Leader.- Building the Project Team.- Developing the Project Plan.- PART III: PROJECT EXECUTION Effective Project Tracking and Coordination.- Project Communications Management.- Risk Management.- Quality Management.- Procurement Management.- Measuring Projects and Project Management.- PART IV: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACTIVITIES Software Development.- Operations, Maintenance, and Enhancement.- Software Packages.- Technology Projects.- PART V:HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY ADDRESS PROJECT ISSUES Business Issues.- Human Resource Issues.- Management Issues.- Technical Issues.- Vendor and Consultant Issues.- Cultural and Political Issues.- Quality Issues.- PART VI: WHAT TO DO NEXT How to Implement Improved Project Management.- Bibliography.- Web Sites.- Appendix 1: Project Management Software.- Appendix 2: Issues Checklist.- Appendix 3: War Strategies Applied to Project Management.
Klappentext
Many of the project management methods and techniques of the past are still being used today, even though the technology, management and environment have changed. Information Technology Project Management explores the need to employ a modern project management approach to reflect today's environment. Focusing on IT projects, Lientz provides a comprehensive examination of the project management process, from the initiation of the project through to the planning, design, execution and closing.
Key Features:
. Detailed coverage of PMBoK and PRINCE2 methodologies
. Explores the practical aspects of project management
. Extensive case studies from a variety of industries
. Checklists and scorecards to measure all aspects of the project management process
. Coverage of HRM and other 'soft' elements of project management
. Guidelines on preventing project problems and failure
Based on the authors own extensive industry and teaching practice, Information Technology Project Management is an essential resource for undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students studying project management.
Earlier editions of this work were published as Breakthrough Technology Project Management.
Grounded in the latest research, this comprehensive text offers practical tools and techniques to help students at every stage of the project, from initial planning to trouble-shooting problems
