Leading a Project is not easy!
Leading a project is never easy, but it is even harder when joining a project that has already started. A recent global survey indicated that 67% of all projects finish with a different project manager than when they started. So you are likely to be in this situation. This is the only book that provides a proven guide to successfully lead an ongoing project to a successful conclusion.
Fills a Key Gap
"Good treatment of the subject. Clearly explains why it is different than starting from the project inception." -Senior IT Executive
About There's a New Sheriff in Town
Why Is This Book Necessary?
Project management texts usually assume we are starting at the beginning of a project with control over scope, schedule, and resources. Frequently, these are determined through strategic planning, Project Portfolio Management (PPM), or the project charter process. In other cases we take on projects that are already in progress. Regardless of the reason, Project Managers are expected to be the 'New Sheriff in Town', responsible to successfully complete their projects.
The Goal
This book will identify and describe specific things a PM should do to improve their chances to successfully complete an ongoing project, regardless of its current state or delivery phase.
The Tools
Although the book is not tied to a specific delivery methodology or tool set, there are helpful tools referenced with samples provided in the chapters and in an appendix. In addition, there are downloadable templates available via this website. Many PMs will find these to be useful additions to their PM Toolbox, regardless of their experience level.
Martin J. Fenelon
Martin J. Fenelon III, Sc.D. is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) who has successfully managed projects for more than 40 years across a variety of industries, often with global companies, leading both local and global delivery teams. His experience managing projects in diverse industries such as defense systems, retail, manufacturing, government, insurance, and financial services provides the practical knowledge and experience incorporated in this book. Research and academic experience from his MBA in Operations Management and Doctor of Science (Sc.D.) in Management Systems, and teaching experience as an Adjunct Professor of Management provide the structure, systems, and training aspects of his practical approach to project management.
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