Author : Bonnie Biafore
Publisher : Cold Press Publishing
Page : 794 pages
File Size : 15,51 MB
Release : 2021-02-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780998294360
Practical Project Management with Microsoft Project guides you through Project's features step by step. You can jump directly to the topics you need.Or download sample files from the book's website to follow along.
Author : Gus Cicala
Publisher : Apress
Page : 659 pages
File Size : 32,96 MB
Release : 2020-04-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1484256352
Learn Microsoft Project 2019 from the perspective of the project manager. This guide is an all-in-one training resource and reference that covers all versions found in the Microsoft Project 2019 suite. It is not a “how-to” manual covering the features and functions of the software, but is designed to explain and demonstrate why those features and functions are important to you as a project manager, allowing you to maximize the value of Microsoft Project 2019. Each aspect of project-manager-specific coverage was selectively compiled by author and Microsoft Project expert Cicala over more than two decades of consulting, project management training, and managing real-world projects using Microsoft Project. Readers will appreciate the robust index and intuitively organized and learning-oriented chapters, and sub-sections for quick reference and problem solving. “Try it” exercises at the close of every chapter help ensure understanding of the content. What You Will Learn Understand key components to the Microsoft Project 2019 solutionReinforce learning via hands-on exercises with step-by-step illustrations Build a plan and work breakdown structure, and manage resources and assignmentsUtilize enterprise project management for creating a project, monitoring, controlling, and trackingExport and communicate project information to an external audience Who This Book Is For Project managers with limited time and resources who need to maximize their efficiency with Microsoft Project Answer keys and supporting PowerPoint slides are available for academic instructors upon request.
Author : Bonnie Biafore
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 38,94 MB
Release : 2011-03-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0735661820
Learn best practices and proven methods from project management professionals—and apply these skills as you work with Microsoft Project. In this practical guide, project management expert Bonnie Biafore shows you how to manage projects efficiently and effectively, sharing the real-world experiences of project managers in several industries. You'll learn how to put the best practices and hard-won lessons of experts to work on your critical projects. Sharpen the skills you need to manage projects expertly—from start to finish Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, management, and team members Apply methods to break down the project into small, manageable pieces Define work assignments, choose resources, and build project schedules Accurately estimate project costs and work with a budget Identify project changes and manage risks Track progress and balance priorities without sacrificing quality Document project history and lessons learned to help improve future projects Project files available on the companion website.
Author : Srikanth Shirodkar
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 28,9 MB
Release : 2020-09-11
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1838983724
Explore detailed explanations and examples to get up and running with the five phases of the project management lifecycle and integrate project management principles in a variety of projects Key FeaturesExplore various algorithms and the latest features of MS Project to organize and keep track of your projectsUnderstand Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to improve productivityApply real-world best practices and discover the tips, tricks, and pitfalls of schedule managementBook Description Microsoft Project is one of the most popular project management tools for enterprises of all sizes thanks to its wide variety of features such as project scheduling, project budgeting, built-in templates, and reporting tools. Learning Microsoft Project 2019 will get you started with the basics and gradually guide you through the complete project life cycle. Starting with an overview of Microsoft Project 2019 and a brief introduction to project management concepts, this book will take you through the different phases of project management – initiation, planning, execution, control, and closure. You will then learn how to identify and handle problems related to scheduling, costing, resourcing, and work allocation. Understand how to use dynamic reports to create powerful, automated reports and dashboards at the click of a button. This Microsoft Project book highlights the pitfalls of overallocation and demonstrates how to avoid and resolve these issues using a wide spectrum of tools, techniques, and best practices. Finally, you will focus on executing Agile projects efficiently and get to grips with using Kanban and Scrum features. By the end of this book, you will be well-versed with Microsoft Project and have the skills you need to use it effectively in every stage of project management. What you will learnCreate efficient project plans using Microsoft Project 2019Get to grips with resolving complex issues related to time, budget, and resource allocationUnderstand how to create automated dynamic reportsIdentify and protect the critical path in your project and mitigate project risksBecome well-versed with executing Agile projects using MS ProjectUnderstand how to create custom reports and make them available for future projectsWho this book is for If you use Microsoft Office and are looking to use MS Project to manage your projects efficiently, this book is for you. Project managers or anyone interested in project management will also find this book useful. Basic knowledge of Windows UI and MS Office products is required.
Author : Advisicon
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 50,67 MB
Release : 2012-12-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1118330269
A guide to Microsoft Project that focuses on developing a successful project management strategy across the organization to drive better decisions Making Effective Business Decisions Using Microsoft Project goes far beyond the basics of managing projects with Microsoft Project and how to set up and use the software. This unique guide is an indispensable resource for anyone who operates within a Project Management Operation (PMO) or is affected by the adoption of project management within an organization. Its focus is to provide practical and transitional information for those who are charged with making decisions and supporting corporate and strategic objectives, and who face cost and resource constraints. Because more and more companies are aligning project management with their business strategies, the book not only provides guidance on using Microsoft Project and teaching project management skills, but also includes important information on measuring results and communicating with the executive branch. It also provides valuable guidance in using SharePoint Server for social networking and working within a team. Clearly written and presented, the book: Covers work management using Microsoft Project at multiple levels within an organization Focuses on using Microsoft Project 2010 to integrate and support overall organizational strategies Includes hundreds of graphics, screen shots, and annotations that make it the most accessible and usable guide available on the subject Making Effective Business Decisions Using Microsoft Project is a valuable reference for project managers at all levels, and it sets a new standard for training manuals used by businesses that teach courses on project management using Microsoft Project.
Author : Cindy M. Lewis
Publisher : Microsoft Press
Page : 820 pages
File Size : 12,80 MB
Release : 2019-04-23
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1509307478
The quick way to learn Microsoft Project 2019! This is learning made easy. Get more done quickly with Microsoft Project 2019. Jump in wherever you need answers–brisk lessons and informative screenshots show you exactly what to do, step by step. Other Project users will want to grab this book as well. Quickly start new plans, build task lists, and assign resources View resource capacity and track progress Capture and fine-tune work and cost details Visualize schedules with Gantt charts and other views and reports Consolidate projects, and share resources across plans Manage modern Agile projects (James Mills, Jr., contributor) Customize Project to maximize your efficiency Leverage improvements to task linking, timelines, and accessibility Master PM best practices while you learn Project Look up just the tasks and lessons you need
Author : Cynthia Snyder Dionisio
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 17,60 MB
Release : 2019-01-22
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1119565146
Keep projects on track Microsoft Project 2019 is a powerhouse project management, portfolio management, and resource management tool. Whether you’re a full-time project manager or manage projects as part of a larger set of duties, Microsoft Project 2019 For Dummies will get you thinking and operating at the level of a project management guru. Written by a noted project management pro, this book covers the ins and outs of Microsoft Project. Throughout the book, you’ll find project management best practices and tips for keeping any project on schedule and under budget. Reference the full set of Microsoft Project 2019 features Learn to think like a project management professional Get into the nuts and bolts of Project for better productivity Create a task schedule that keeps a project moving Identify the golden rules that keep projects on track With Microsoft Project 2019 For Dummies, you’ll soon get a grip on all the powerful features of this popular project management software. No matter your level of training or experience, this book will show you how improve your project management with Microsoft Project 2019.
Author : Gwen Lowery
Publisher : Van Nostrand Reinhold Company
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 10,76 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN :
Novice project managers are taken step-by-step through using this software to expedite all types of projects. This manual explains concepts of project management as well as applications of the software. Numerous examples demonstrate how to use specific software features such as exchanging information with other software programs and managing multiple projects.
Author : Gwen Lowery
Publisher : Van Nostrand Reinhold Company
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 15,16 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780442017682
Timed for release with the latest version of the software, this is the most up-to-date and advanced edition of Lowery's highly popular book. She explains the concepts of project management from the ground up, and takes the reader step by step through the features and applications of Microsoft Project 4.0.
Author : Gwen Lowery
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 37,99 MB
Release : 1994-05-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780471286110
Managing Projects with Microsoft® Project 4.0 for Windows™ and Macintosh® Gwen Lowery Combines job-tested project management strategies with valuable tips for mastering today’s most powerful and versatile desktop project management tool In today’s increasingly competitve, customer-oriented environment, the ability to manage multiple business projects simultaneously is no longer a nicety—it’s an occupational necessity. Now Managing Projects with Microsoft Project 4.0 shows project managers—novices and experienced pro’s alike—how to successfully manage each project that comes their way. This versatile business resource is designed to help you optimize any schedule and make every project happen on time and on budget. How? By offering a practical primer on the concepts and practices of project management and a hands-on tutorial for mastering the latest version of Microsoft Project for Windows and the Macintosh, the standard in desktop project management software. In a clear and concise way this guide explains the fundamentals of project management and the full features of Microsoft Project. From here, a unique chapter organization focuses on each specific phase of the project management process, supplying a wealth of business-tested strategies you can use to customize the power and flexibility of Microsoft Project. The guide: Leads you step-by-step through the three key project management stages — setting up, optimizing, and tracking. Covers setting goals, listing tasks, estimating task duration, sequencing tasks, and assigning people to each task. Explores multiple ways to tailor the functions of Microsoft Project to your preferred work style. Explains how to manage multiple projects, share information with others, and access project information from other software packages. Includes a detailed tutorial for mastering Microsoft Project’s high performance tools. Explains how to optimize and refine a plan, and communicate it to others. From establishing a project’s goals to tracking it to completion, this one-stop guide supplies all the essential business information you need to automate tedious project management tasks, make better deployment decisions, and consistently get the best possible results.
