Chapter 1
Projects
The Big Picture
Are projects a problem? Do your projects cost too much, take too long, or are just not quite right? If so, this book is for you; it is a no nonsense approach to projects—no jargon, just the facts.
Projects are all about change. They are temporary and have a defined beginning and end. They produce something unique; it may be a product, a service, or a result. Projects may be small or large, short term or long term, low risk or high risk. Planting a garden, planning a wedding, or changing jobs are all examples of projects.
Well-defined processes for managing projects have proven effective at delivering project success. This book applies these project processes to managing change in our lives. It views project ...
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