Practical Project Initiation A Handbook with Tools |
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Author:
| Wiegers, Karl |
ISBN: | 978-0-7356-4665-0 |
Publication Date: | Aug 2007 |
Publisher: | Microsoft Press
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Book Format: | Ebook |
List Price: | USD $23.99 |
Book Description:
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Zero in on key project-initiation tasks--and build a solid foundation for successful software development. In this concise guide, critically-acclaimed author Karl E. Wiegers fills a void in project management literature by focusing on the activities that are essential--but often overlooked--for launching any project. Drawing on his extensive experience, Karl shares lessons learned, proven practices, and tools for getting your project off to the right start--and steering it to...
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Zero in on key project-initiation tasks--and build a solid foundation for successful software development. In this concise guide, critically-acclaimed author Karl E. Wiegers fills a void in project management literature by focusing on the activities that are essential--but often overlooked--for launching any project. Drawing on his extensive experience, Karl shares lessons learned, proven practices, and tools for getting your project off to the right start--and steering it to ultimate success.
Lay a foundation for project success--discover how to:
- Effectively charter a project
- Define meaningful criteria for project success and product releases
- Negotiate achievable commitments for project teams and stakeholders
- Identify and document potential barriers to success--and manage project risks
- Apply the Wideband Delphi method for more accurate estimation
- Measure project performance and avoid common metrics traps
- Systematically apply lessons learned to future projects
Companion Web site includes:
- Worksheets from inside the book
- Project document templates
- Resources for project initiation and process improvement