Project Management ToolBox: Tools and Techniques for the Practicing Project Manager
"Delivering projects on time, in scope, and on budget has never been more important than in these economic times. This book by a highly respected author provides organizations and project managers with a collection of proven and innovative tools to meet these goals."–Cal MeekProject Manager, IT Services, Freightliner, LLC, a DaimlerChrysler company"Mechanics have long had tools to successfully perform their job, and now project managers have this book to successfully perform their jobs. A practical approach with real-world examples."–Heinrich BaysingerProgram Manager, Facilities Department, Dell Computer Corporation"A systematic and powerful approach that directly aligns a comprehensive set of project management tools to the objectives and strategies of the organization."–James M. WaddellDirector of Program Management Communications and Video Business Unit, Tektronix, Inc."Easy and practical tools for today’s projects . . . clearly explains the detailed concepts that help to turn average projects into great ones."–Charles R. White, PMPSenior Project Controls Specialist, Portland General ElectricWhen there is no time for theory–just effective, systematic methods for planning and controlling projects–open the Project Management ToolBox. It provides more than fifty tools and techniques that ensure a seamless performance of orderly project activities resulting in fast, repeatable, high-quality products in any industry. Based on the industry-standard Project Management Institute’s Body of Knowledge, this instant-access guide provides the tools, skill sets, expert advice, and step-by-step guidance to:Plan projects realistically to accomplish business goals and strategiesControl project scope, schedule, cost, and qualityBuild effective teams and respond to riskSelect and customize a PM toolbox by project size or typeAlign the PM toolbox with corporate strategy