Contents
Introduction to the Second Edition
PART 1: PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOUNDATIONS
Classic Functions of Project Management
Processes in the Life of a Project
Chapter 2. Defining and Authorizing the Project
The Role of Stakeholders in the Authorization Process
The Business Case for Undertaking the Project
Chapter 3. Collecting Requirements and Defining Scope
The Five Processes of Project Scope Management
Chapter 4. Creating a Work Breakdown Structure
The Work Breakdown Structure Is an Outline
Considerations in Creating Work Breakdown Structures
The Work Breakdown Structure Is a Validation Tool
Work Breakdown Structures Are Flexible
Techniques in Creating Work Breakdown Structures
Chapter 5. Defining and Sequencing Activities
Sequencing Activities Using Network Diagrams
Identifying Dependencies Between Activities
Defining Activity Relationships
Chapter 6. Estimating Activities
Using the Work Breakdown Structure
Steps in Estimating Activities
Considering Risk in Estimating: Using Three-Point Estimates
Duration-Based vs. Resource-Based Estimates
Building Contingency in Estimates
Chapter 7. Scheduling Activities
Accelerating Project Schedules
Chapter 8. Identifying Resources and Budgets
Chapter 9. Compiling the Major Components of a Project Plan
PART 4: EXECUTING, MONITORING, AND CONTROLLING
Chapter 10. Executing Projects
Collecting Project Information
Chapter 11. Monitoring and Controlling Projects
Establishing a Project Baseline as a Control Point
Measuring Performance: Earned Value Analysis
Chapter 12. Leading and Directing Project Teams
Assessing and Prioritizing Risk
Project Closure: The Final Process
Ensuring Project Requirements Are Met
Finance and Administration Records