Managing High-Technology Programs and Projects

An invaluable resource for project managers, Managing High-Technology Programs and Projects, Third Edition covers every aspect of project management for today’s high-tech business world. It offers proven methodologies and professional guidance for managing any project or program from start to finish. Completely updated, revised, and improved to keep up with the changing world of project management, it covers all the new technologies and methodologies project managers rely on for success. Readers will find step-by-step coverage of these topics, and more: *New advances in information technology *New techniques, tools, and methodologies *Understanding the project or program you are working on *Organizing the project management function *Setting up the project team and building project commitment *Starting up a project rapidly and efficiently *Managing multiple projects *Selecting project planning and scheduling software packages *Conducting in-progress evaluations and providing project direction *Finishing the project on time, within budget, and according to specifications