项目管理PM Concepts教材课程.ppt

Minnesota Chapterof the Project Management Institute Project Management Concepts What is a Project Management? Definition: The application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project activities in order to meet or exceed stakeholders needs and expectations for the project Source:PMI Guide to Project Management Body of Knowledge, 2000 Benefits of Project Management Better use of people resources Avoids the “infinite resources” myth Basis for prioritization Focus efforts for specific results Understanding of project scope Communication among stakeholders Consistent methods for tracking results Defines what “done” really means Typical Comment: This is great, but it does not apply to us. We are a nonprofit organization. Answer: When you look around you will find that you are doing projects although you may not be calling them that. The question is whether you are applying the appropriate amount of discipline to projects you are already doing. Benefits to Organization Organizational focus – strategy turned into action Prioritization – staff knows what is important Visibility – manager can see where things are Better resource use – less wasted effort and time Process improvement – great application of PM Improved communication – defined approaches/tools Measurable results – quantifiable objectives Documentation available – avoids lost knowledge Why are Project Successful? Top 10 Reasons per Standish Report: User involvement Executive management support Clear statement of requirements Proper planning Realistic expectations Top 10 Reasons (continued): Smaller project milestones Competent staff Ownership Clear vision objectives Hard-working, focused staff Why are Project Successful? What Else? Strong and supportive project sponsorship Strategic prioritization of projects “Culture” of disciplined project management Effective project leadership Common commitment to goals Balance: human, technical and business aspects Rewards and recognition system