PRINCE2 Planning & Control Using Microsoft Project - Updated for Microsoft Office Project 2007 [Perfect Paperback]

Paul E Harris (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 2007

This book is designed to teach project management professionals, who understand the PRINCE2 methodology, to use Microsoft Project to plan and control a PRINCE2 projects. It identifies which PRINCE2 processes may be handled with Microsoft Project and how the software may be effectively used to manage a project. The book is based on Microsoft Project 2007, but may be used with Microsoft Project 2003, 2002 or 2000 as the book outlines the differences between the versions.

Editorial Reviews

Review

With 5 years experience as a RINCE2 trainer I consider that PRINCE2TM Planning and Control Using Microsoft® Project 2007 is a timely publication addressing the increasing use of the PRINCE2 as a corporate project management method or Framework. Outside of major engineering organizations Microsoft® Project is probably the most widely used project scheduling tool in use today. It is also a fact that many users never receive formal training in the use of the application with the result that the power and flexibility of Microsoft® Project is rarely fully utilized. The PRINCE2 method requires good planning to facilitate resource management, progress tracking and control. Paul Harris manual unlocks the power and versatility of Microsoft® Project with a logical presentation of the tool in the context of a PRINCE2 project scenario. He clearly identifies the areas where Microsoft® Project supports the PRINCE2 method and is equally candid in addressing areas of weakness, but he always proposes a workaround. This is particularly so in dealing with PRINCE2s product-based-planning approach. Chapters I found very useful were those on understanding dependencies, formulating reports and on tracking progress. The mix of information and exercises is very good and this book will be very useful as a day-to-day reference for every project manager. --Leo Farrely, PRINCE2 Practitioner and Trainer www.codarra.com.au

About the Author

Paul Harris holds an Honours Degree in Civil Engineering obtained in the UK and is a Certified Cost Engineer through AACEI International, a certified PRINCE2 Practitioner and Approved PRINCE2 Trainer. He has worked in the project controls industry for a number of years and has assisted many companies in a range of industries to set up and run project controls systems. His Melbourne, Australia based company, Eastwood Harris Pty Ltd, offers project controls consulting and training services with a strong focus on Microsoft Project and Primavera software.

Product Details

• Perfect Paperback: 322 pages
• Publisher: Eastwood Harris; 2nd edition (July 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1921059176
• ISBN-13: 978-1921059179
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,491,700 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)