Managing Project Delivery: Maintaining Control and Achieving Success
Managing Project Delivery: Maintaining Control and Achieving Success

Author: Trish Melton

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2008-12-15

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 0080559069

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A practical handbook for career project managers and those involved intermittently with projects throughout their career. Brief and visually led, Managing Project Delivery gets to the point, giving you the knowledge and confidence to manage project benefits and increase the certainty of success. Focused on the needs of engineering and technical Project Managers, but generic enough to support projects in other areas such as business change, IT and product development. Supported by downloadable on-line project benefits management tool templates that enable the techniques developed in the book to be applied in practice. Comprehensive real world case studies demonstrate the use of tools.Successful projects are the basis for the business many successful organisations, but many professionals lack the basic skills required to manage projects successfully. This book shows how to maximise the outcomes of projects and to ensure that the benefits arising from projects -- large or small -- are fully realized by the business. This key outcome can be easily overlooked or sidelined by the need to keep projects on track. Managing Project Delivery provides simple yet powerful tools to ensure that projects deliver on their goals in a controlled and accountable manner. It is the first of four project management titles that separately build skills and together provide a powerful project management resource. A practical handbook for career project managers and those involved intermittently with projects throughout their career Brief and visually led, Managing Project Delivery gets to the point, giving you the knowledge and confidence to deliver projects and increase the certainty of success Focused on the needs of both engineering and technical Project Managers, but generic enough to support projects in other areas such as business change, IT and product development Supported by downloadable on-line project delivery tool templates that enable the techniques developed in the book to be applied in practice Comprehensive real world case studies demonstrate the use of tools Project delivery is the third stage of the project lifecycle. This book shows how to maintain control and forecast the project outcome. Provides expert advice, tried-and-tested techniques and a delivery toolkit to address:• Business alignment• Value delivery• Control and forecasting

Project Management Toolkit: The Basics for Project Success
Project Management Toolkit: The Basics for Project Success

Author: Trish Melton

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2011-04-08

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 0080550088

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This book provides you with the tools required to approach and manage projects. These effective skills will impact positively on the success of both the projects you are involved with and of your organization. Project Management Toolkit introduces the whole project life-cycle. It is the first of four project management titles that separately build skills in critical PM areas and together provide a powerful project management resource. - Focused on the needs of engineering and other technical project managers, this book recognises that most non-routine work completed by an organization is a project - A practical, hands-on guide to aid those tasked with real industry projects – not a lengthy theoretical textbook, it gets to the point and delivers REAL benefits - The book is suitable for both career project managers and those involved with projects intermittently

Events Management
Events Management

Author: Nicole Ferdinand

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2012-03-23

Total Pages: 378

ISBN-13: 1446289974

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Electronic Inspection Copy available for instructors here Written by a team of twenty-five high profile, international authors, this exciting new text successfully combines theory and practice, making it a must-have for all students of Events Management. Events Management: An International Approach provides comprehensive coverage of all the most common types of events, preparing students for a future career in Events Management. Covering key issues such as fundraising, sponsorship, globalization and sustainability, this text addresses the challenges and examines the realities of events management in an international context. A wide range of case studies and examples look at sporting, music, catering and fundraising events across Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and North America. Key features include: • An international approach, drawing on a wide range of cases from around the world • Extensive pedagogical features such as Diary of an Event Manager and Exercises in Critical Thinking • A companion website offering a full Instructor's Manual, PowerPoint slides, additional case studies and links to SAGE journal articles This book is essential reading for all undergraduate and postgraduate students studying Events Management. Visit the Companion Website at www.sagepub.co.uk/ferdinand Nicole Ferdinand is Senior Lecturer in Events Management at the London Metropolitan Business School. Paul J. Kitchin is Lecturer in Sports Management at the University of Ulster.

Project Benefits Management: Linking projects to the Business
Project Benefits Management: Linking projects to the Business

Author: Trish Melton

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2011-04-08

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 008055766X

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Successful projects are the basis for the business many successful organisations, but many professionals lack the basic skills required to manage projects successfully. This book shows how to maximise the outcomes of projects and to ensure that the benefits arising from projects -- large or small -- are fully realized by the business. This key outcome can be easily overlooked or sidelined by the need to keep projects on track. Visually lead, to the point, with case studies and best practice guidelines throughout, the hard-won real world experience found in this book makes it a powerful PM resource for anyone involved in project management. - Links project management to business goals for career project managers and those involved with project intermittently - Focuses on the needs of engineering, industrial and process projects

Getting the Job Done!
Getting the Job Done!

Author: W. Alan Randolph

Publisher: Financial Times/Prentice Hall

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9780136162858

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This new edition now focuses on how teams--especially from different departments--can be managed more effectively to achieve project goals. Written in an entertaining, jargon-free style, it shows managers how to set realistic team goals and spells ou ten rules for getting the job done. Illustrations.

Real Project Planning: Developing a Project Delivery Strategy
Real Project Planning: Developing a Project Delivery Strategy

Author: Trish Melton

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2011-04-08

Total Pages: 363

ISBN-13: 0080555993

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Successful projects are the basis for a successful company, but many professionals lack the basic skills required to accomplish this. The IChemE Project Management Subject Group has recognized the need to provide resources to deliver these skills, and has developed a series of books to share the latest best practice – engineering essentials. This second title, though primarily written from the perspective of engineering projects within the process industries, is generic enough to support project managers in many other disciplines. It provides for those starting out in project management, is ideal for students as a university textbook, and is also an indispensable reference for established project managers. - Get up and running on your project quickly and effectively - Focuses one step at a time on the needs of engineering, industrial and process projects for career project managers and those involved with projects intermittently

Achieving Project Management Success Using Virtual Teams
Achieving Project Management Success Using Virtual Teams

Author: Parviz F. Rad

Publisher: J. Ross Publishing

Published: 2003-05-15

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 9781932159035

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Corporate location is no longer a constraint when pursuing business opportunities in support of strategic goals. Achieving Project Management Success Using Virtual Teams presents success factors for a virtual project team and illustrates an approach for assessing the performance of the team. It contains evaluation tools for team members, describing how best to manage and motivate different people on virtual team assignments to achieve optimal results.

Changing the Game
Changing the Game

Author: Graham Christie

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2021-06-25

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 0730389154

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The Complete and Comprehensive Guide to Business Transformation As digital technologies and consumer expectations continue to disrupt almost every industry sector, companies are placing greater emphasis on developing and implementing transformation programs. Changing the Game offers the practical knowledge required to create a dramatic step-change in company performance. Designed for executives and managers responsible for a transformation in any type of company and situation, this comprehensive real-world playbook covers the change process from start to finish — from assessing the situation and determining strategic priorities, to developing a roadmap, establishing the governance structure, managing initiative delivery, and evaluating the impact of the transformation. Adopting a robust and pragmatic approach to every stage of business transformation, this authoritative volume explains where to start, identifies key areas of focus, and describes the strategies, decisions, and actions necessary for achieving results. Throughout the text, case studies of leading organizations highlight essential tools and approaches, examine key challenges, and evaluate their impact. A wealth of practical tools help readers build a foundation for change in their organization, define a clear path forward, mobilize teams, assign responsibilities, execute initiatives, track progress, sustain momentum, and more. Provides detailed guidance on envisioning, designing, managing, and delivering a successful company, function or team transformation Enables readers to create a dramatic change in company performance with a results-focused approach based on leading management practices Contains more than 20 in-depth sections representing the entire transformation journey Includes numerous ready-to-use tools and templates, including 50 exhibits, that can be adopted in any organization to accelerate results Features tips and advice from top-level executives at leading companies and government organizations Changing the Game: The Playbook for Leading Business Transformation is an invaluable step-by-step blueprint for executives, managers, teams, and consultants involved in devising and executing transformation programs.

Project Management Essentials
Project Management Essentials

Author: Kong Vo

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2023-09-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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"Project Management Essentials: From Foundations to Success" is your comprehensive guide to becoming a successful project manager. Whether you're just getting started in the field or looking to enhance your existing skills, this book will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to excel in project management. In today's dynamic business environment, project managers play a crucial role in delivering successful outcomes. This book covers the essentials of project management, from laying the foundations to achieving success. You'll learn to manage projects on time, within budget, and in scope, ensuring that your projects are executed efficiently and effectively. Inside, you'll discover: - Project Management Foundations: Gain a deep understanding of the fundamental concepts that underpin successful project management. Learn how to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects with precision. - Project Management Ethics: Explore the ethical considerations and responsibilities that come with managing projects. Discover how to make ethical decisions and navigate complex situations with integrity. - Project Management Requirements: Master the art of gathering, documenting, and managing project requirements. Ensure that your projects meet stakeholder expectations and deliver value. - Project Management Schedules: Learn the art of scheduling and time management. Create realistic project schedules, identify critical paths, and keep your projects on track. - Project Management Budgets: Effectively manage project budgets, control costs, and allocate resources efficiently. Learn the financial aspects of project management to ensure fiscal responsibility. - Project Management Teams: Understand the dynamics of project teams and how to lead and motivate them to achieve project success. Build strong, collaborative teams that deliver exceptional results. - Project Management Communication: Master the art of effective communication with stakeholders, team members, and sponsors. Learn to tailor your communication to the needs of your audience and keep everyone informed and engaged. With "Project Management Essentials," you'll not only acquire the skills needed to manage projects successfully but also develop the mindset and ethical principles that set you apart as a trusted project leader. Whether you're pursuing a career in project management or striving to enhance your current role, this book will serve as your invaluable resource for mastering the essential elements of project management. Start your journey to project management success today!

Achieving Successful and Sustainable Project Delivery in Africa
Achieving Successful and Sustainable Project Delivery in Africa

Author: Dr. Okoro Chima Okereke

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2020-05-05

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 1000056139

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African nations have an underdeveloped industrial and economic base such as their water supply, electrical systems, roads, railways, etc. Massive funding is required to build each of these basic services to the levels of developed nations – funding which they do not have. Many African companies rely on assistance from the government and global companies looking to invest or facilitate projects in the region. And for a variety of reasons, many of these projects fail to fulfil the needs of the nation. In order to facilitate their own economic development, African nations need to cultivate efficient project management practices and policies that will help them achieve their goal of sustainability. This book by a multidisciplinary project management consultant, contributes to the body of knowledge that each African country can attain and sustain economic development by suggesting how to eliminate and correct most causes of failures of projects in construction, water treatment, electricity and renewable energy. It suggests that they should also be able to obtain the sustainable harvesting of the benefits of project deliverables which have been planned for in order to implement the various aspects of their economic development. The suggestions in this book will make a difference in project delivery and are comprehensive enough to create a root-and-branch change which will affect the people involved in making decision on projects and their delivery. Thus, project management teams and their managers, organization decision makers, companies looking to invest in the region, and politicians who plan the economy have to understand the causes of unhelpful practices and what needs to be done in order to produce productive and effective delivery of long-term sustainable project. The principal goal of this book is to advise public and private companies, and international organizations conducting projects in Africa on how to prepare themselves, their businesses and enterprises to solve the problems that cause failure of projects and abandonment of project deliverables. The book also recommends the necessity for a commercial enterprise or government entity to prepare and develop its vision, mission, and strategic objects to constitute the basis of a business plan which should be implemented for successful operations. After first identifying various failed and abandoned projects in Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa, the author provides an analysis of why these projects failed or were abandoned. By using methodologies of Organizational Project Management (OPM), Project Portfolio Management (PPM) and project management techniques, he suggests a framework for project delivery which could be used as a foundational structure and platform that will address the problem and provide solutions for the achievement of successful and sustainable project delivery in Africa.