Book description
The need for information on program management is more critical now than ever before. PMIs development of a new standard on program management is driving even greater interest. At the same time, there are few books covering the subject, which provide practical answers, benchmarks, and case studies, however, this book fills the gap. The authors focus on both the macro level of integrating projects and portfolios into the business strategy and the micro level of managing a single program. It contains 6 issue-oriented cases weaved throughout the text, and an additional 5 comprehensive cases in the appendix. The result is a blueprint for the successful implementation of program management.
Table of contents
- Copyright
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Advanced Praise for Program Management for Improved Business Results
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I. It's About the Business
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1. Demystifying Program Management
- 1.1. THE "MYSTERY" OF PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
- 1.2. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT DEFINED
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1.3. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT CHARACTERISTICS
- 1.3.1. Program Management Is Strategic in Nature
- 1.3.2. Program Management Provides a Focal Point for Ownership and Accountability for Business Results
- 1.3.3. Program Management Aligns Functional Objectives to Business Objectives
- 1.3.4. Program Management is Cross-project and Multi-disciplined
- 1.3.5. Program Management Enables Horizontal Collaboration
- 1.3.6. Program Management Requires a Capable Business Leader—The Program Manager
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1.4. DIFFERENTIATING BETWEEN PROGRAM AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- 1.4.1. Summary of Program and Project Management Differentiation
- 1.4.2. Alignment of Objectives—Strategic Versus Tactical
- 1.4.3. Scope of Responsibility
- 1.4.4. Vertical Versus Horizontal Responsibility
- 1.4.5. Work Effort
- 1.4.6. Risk Management
- 1.4.7. Life Cycle Involvement
- 1.4.8. Process Orientation
- 1.4.9. Skills and Capabilities
- 1.5. DIFFERENTIATION BETWEEN PROGRAM AND PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
- 1.6. DIFFERENTIATING BETWEEN PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
- 1.7. DIFFERENTIATING BETWEEN PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF MULTIPLE PROJECTS
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1.8. THE "MYSTERY" OF PROGRAM MANAGEMENT REVISITED
- 1.8.1. What exactly Is Program Management?
- 1.8.2. Is Program Management Just Another Name for Project Management?
- 1.8.3. Are Program Management and Portfolio Management The Same Thing because Both Involve Managing Multiple Projects?
- 1.8.4. Isn't a Program Manager a "Super-Project Manager"?
- 1.8.5. Do We Need Program Management If We Excel in Project Management?
- 1.9. SUMMARY
- 1.10. REFERENCES
- 2. The Business Case for Program Management
- 3. Aligning Programs with Business Strategy
- 4. Managing and Delivering the Whole Product
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1. Demystifying Program Management
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II. Managing the Program
- 5. The Program Team
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6. Program Definition and Planning
- 6.1. PROGRAM DEFINE PHASE
- 6.2. BUSINESS CASE DEVELOPMENT AND APPROVAL
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6.3. PROGRAM PLANNING
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6.3.1. The Program Planning Process
- 6.3.1.1. Collect Inputs
- 6.3.1.2. Form the PCT
- 6.3.1.3. Document Detailed Requirements
- 6.3.1.4. Determine Project Scope
- 6.3.1.5. Plan the Projects
- 6.3.1.6. Create the Integrated Master Program Plan
- 6.3.1.7. Update the project plans
- 6.3.1.8. Validate the Program Business Case
- 6.3.1.9. Conduct Implementation Plan Approval Meeting
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6.3.1. The Program Planning Process
- 6.4. PROGRAM DEFINITION AND PLANNING PROCESS OVERVIEW
- 6.5. IMPORTANT BEHAVIORS
- 6.6. SUMMARY
- 6.7. REFERENCES
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7. Program Execution
- 7.1. PROGRAM EXECUTION AND THE PLC
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7.2. PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION PHASE
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7.2.1. The Program Implementation Process
- 7.2.1.1. Collect Inputs
- 7.2.1.2. Staff the Extended Program Team
- 7.2.1.3. Document Design Specifications
- 7.2.1.4. Manage Cross-Project Collaboration
- 7.2.1.5. Track and Control Program Progress
- 7.2.1.6. Report Program Progress
- 7.2.1.7. Complete the Program Launch Preparation Checklist
- 7.2.1.8. Conduct Launch Approval Meeting
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7.2.1. The Program Implementation Process
- 7.3. PROGRAM LAUNCH PHASE
- 7.4. PROGRAM SUSTAIN PHASE
- 7.5. PROGRAM EXECUTION PROCESS SUMMARY
- 7.6. IMPORTANT PROGRAM MANAGER BEHAVIORS
- 7.7. SUMMARY
- 7.8. REFERENCES
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8. Program Processes
- 8.1. THE PROGRAM LIFE CYCLE
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8.2. SCHEDULE MANAGEMENT
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8.2.1. Process Elements
- 8.2.1.1. Disaggregate Requirements
- 8.2.1.2. Identify Project Deliverables
- 8.2.1.3. Identify Key Program Milestones
- 8.2.1.4. Develop the Program Map
- 8.2.1.5. Create the Initial Schedule
- 8.2.1.6. Conduct Risk Analysis
- 8.2.1.7. Add Schedule Buffer
- 8.2.1.8. Negotiate Timeline
- 8.2.1.9. Manage to the Schedule
- 8.2.1.10. Control the Schedule
- 8.2.2. Program Implementation
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8.2.1. Process Elements
- 8.3. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
- 8.4. RISK MANAGEMENT
- 8.5. CHANGE MANAGEMENT
- 8.6. STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- 8.7. SUMMARY
- 8.8. REFERENCES
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III. Program Management Metrics and Tools
- 9. Program Management Metrics
- 10. Strategic Program Management Tools
- 11. Operational Program Management Tools
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IV. The Program Manager
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12. Program Manager Roles and Responsibilities
- 12.1. INVESTING THROUGH THE PROGRAM MANAGER
- 12.2. BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PROGRAM MANAGER
- 12.3. MANAGING THE BUSINESS
- 12.4. MANAGEMENT, LEADERSHIP, AND THE PROGRAM MANAGER
- 12.5. LEADING THE TEAM
- 12.6. ATTRIBUTES OF A STRONG PROGRAM LEADER
- 12.7. SUMMARY
- 12.8. REFERENCES
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13. Program Manager Core Competencies
- 13.1. THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT COMPETENCY MODEL
- 13.2. CUSTOMER AND MARKET CORE COMPETENCIES
- 13.3. BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL CORE COMPETENCIES
- 13.4. LEADERSHIP CORE COMPETENCIES
- 13.5. PROCESS AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT CORE COMPETENCIES
- 13.6. COMPETENCY-MATURITY MIX
- 13.7. ALIGNING COMPETENCIES TO BUSINESS STRATEGY
- 13.8. MANAGEMENT OF MULTIPLE PROGRAMS
- 13.9. STAFFING THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT POSITIONS
- 13.10. PROGRAM MANAGER PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
- 13.11. PROGRAM MANAGER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- 13.12. ORGANIZATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
- 13.13. SUMMARY
- 13.14. REFERENCES
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12. Program Manager Roles and Responsibilities
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V. Organizing for Program Management
- 14. Transitioning to Program Management
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15. The Program Management Office
- 15.1. THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE
- 15.2. AIMING FOR BETTER BUSINESS RESULTS
- 15.3. PMO VARIATIONS
- 15.4. FUNCTIONS OF AN ENTERPRISE PMO
- 15.5. FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTS OF THE ENTERPRISE PMO
- 15.6. IMPLEMENTING AN ENTERPRISE PMO
- 15.7. IMPLEMENTATION CONSIDERATIONS
- 15.8. IMPROVING BUSINESS RESULTS
- 15.9. SUMMARY
- 15.10. REFERENCES
- VI. Industry Case Examples
- Final Thoughts on Program Management
Product information
- Title: Program Management for Improved Business Results
- Author(s):
- Release date: April 2007
- Publisher(s): Wiley
- ISBN: 9780471783541
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