Project Management For Dummies, UK Edition (ePub)

In today's time-pressured, cost-conscious global business
environment, tight project deadlines and stringent expectations are
the norm. Project Management For Dummies shows business
professionals what works and what doesn't by examining the field's
best practices. You can learn how to organise, estimate, and
schedule projects more efficiently. Discover how to manage
deliverables, issue changes, assess risks, maintain communications,
and live up to expectations by making the most of the latest
technology and software and by avoiding common problems that can
trip up even the best project managers.

This adaptation includes:

* The latest methods to manage resources and stay on track and
within budget

* Coverage for dealing with the pros and cons of virtual
teams

* Tips and information on setting realistic expectations and
meeting everyone's needs

* Methods and strategies to get tasks done with minimal
staff

* Tips and advice for motivating a project team

* The latest concepts and fundamentals behind best-practice
project management techniques

* The mindset and skill set of today's most effective
project managers--what it really takes to guarantee a
successful project

* Information on how to involve project audiences by conducting a
Stakeholder Analysis

* Trends and tough project types

* Assessment tools to determine strengths and weaknesses for
everything from choosing software to selecting a project team

* Tactics for team motivation and the hottest risk management
strategies