4 HOW PROJECT MANAGERS WORK: TOOLS, METHODS AND TECHNIQUES
In this chapter we’ll look at the ways project managers work. You’ll learn about the major tools, methods and techniques used on the job day to day. The main distinction in working practice – although with more and more companies choosing best of breed and blended solutions it’s becoming less distinct – is whether the project environment is Agile or waterfall/traditional. Understanding that terminology is the focus of the early part of this chapter.
We’ll also look at the project life cycle, standards and methods and the core best practices and guidelines for managing projects including common processes. Finally, this chapter looks at the different types of software tools in use in ...
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