Project Management

Project Management is an organized approach to guiding a project from its inception to closure. Managing projects is becoming more and more important as we enter the digital era. To cope with the pace that this transition demands, a method is required to manage projects so they can yield quality work, while incorporating efficient use of time and resources. In this Wikibook, several project management methods/processes are outlined: the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and Projects in Controlled Environments (PRINCE2) approaches can be applied to managing any type of project; whereas methods such as SDM, DSDM, RAD, ISAC, SA/SD, IEM and OO are specific to managing Information Technology (IT) projects. Before some of these project management methods/processes are explored in this Wikibook, we will review some project essentials, such as the definition of a project and the project lifecycle.

Table of Contents

 * /Fundamentals/
 * /Portfolios/Programs Management/
 * /Organization structures/

The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)

 * Core Knowledge Areas
 * Scope Management
 * Time Management
 * Cost Management
 * Quality Management


 * Facilitating Knowledge Areas
 * Communications Management
 * Human Resources Management
 * Risk Management
 * Procurement Management


 * Coordination Knowledge Area
 * Integration Management

PRINCE2 (PRojects In Controlled Environments)

 * Starting Up a Project
 * Directing a Project
 * Initiating a Project
 * Controlling a Stage
 * Managing Stage Boundaries
 * Managing Product Delivery
 * Closing a Project

Case Studies

 * /Northstar/

Appendices

 * /FAQs/