Effective Project Management: Traditional, Agile, Extreme
Gain the skills and tools to become an effective project managerGet ready for a more robust approach to project management — one that recognizes the project environment and adapts accordingly. This resource first introduces you to the tools, templates, and processes that you'll need in your toolkit. You'll then explore five different project management life cycle (PMLC) models for managing a project: Linear, Incremental, Iterative, Adaptive, and Extreme. Along the way, you'll find step-by-step guidance on how to apply each technique. All of this will give you a complete understanding of how to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.This comprehensive guide helps you:Apply all nine Knowledge Areas defined in PMBOKEstablish project management life cycles and strategiesDecide on the best method for managing specific types of projectsSelect and use best-of-breed project management tools and templates for each management taskUtilize the Project Support Office, Project Portfolio Management, and Continuous Process Improvement programsPrevent projects from becoming distressed and create effective intervention strategiesContinuously adapt your chosen project management model to changing project conditionsManage multiple team projects by integrating the tools, templates, and processes into a single team