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9789077212165

Microsoft Solutions Framework (MSF) : A Pocket Guide

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  • ISBN13:

    9789077212165

  • ISBN10:

    9077212167

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2005-04-01
  • Publisher: Bernan Assoc
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Summary

This guide to the entire Microsoft Solutions Framework collection of best practices explains how Microsoft is helping its customers be successful in the delivery of quality technology solutions on time and on budget. IT managers will learn the most common causes of IT project failure and will receive guidance on how to organize teams, manage risk, and develop and deploy business-driven IT solutions.

Author Biography

Marlys Keeton is an IT consultant.

Table of Contents

Microsoft Solutions Framework Overview
11(14)
Introduction
11(1)
MSF's View of Solution Delivery
11(1)
Why Microsoft Created MSF
12(2)
Evolution of MSF
14(1)
MSF Overview and Key Terminology
15(4)
MSF Principles
19(1)
MSF Models: Team and Process
20(1)
MSF Disciplines: Risk Management, Readiness Management, and Project Management
21(1)
MSF and MOF/ITIL
22(3)
The MSF Team Model
25(10)
Overview
25(2)
Product Management Role Cluster
27(1)
Program Management Role Cluster
28(1)
Development Role Cluster
28(1)
Test Role Cluster
29(1)
Release Management Role Cluster
30(1)
User Experience Role Cluster
31(1)
Team Model Principles
31(2)
Scaling the Team Model
33(1)
Tips and Considerations for Implementing the MSF Team Model
34(1)
The MSF Process Model
35(8)
Overview
35(1)
Milestones, Deliverables, Reviews and Approvals
36(1)
Iterative Approach
37(2)
Process Model Principles
39(1)
Key Concepts and Proven Practices
40(2)
MSF, MOF, and the Project Management Discipline
42(1)
Process Model - Envisioning Phase
43(6)
Overview
43(1)
Key Elements
44(3)
Milestone Review and Approval
47(2)
Process Model - Planning Phase
49(8)
Overview
49(2)
Key Elements
51(3)
Milestone Review and Approval
54(3)
Process Model - Developing Phase
57(4)
Overview
57(1)
Key Elements
58(2)
Milestone Review and Approval
60(1)
Process Model - Stabilizing Phase
61(4)
Overview
61(1)
Key Elements
62(2)
Milestone Review and Approval
64(1)
Process Model - Deploying Phase
65(4)
Overview
65(1)
Key Elements
66(1)
Milestone Review and Approval
67(2)
MSF Disciplines
69(2)
Overview
69(1)
Risk Management Discipline
69(1)
Readiness Management Discipline
69(1)
Project Management Discipline
70(1)
Integration with Models
70(1)
Risk Management Discipline
71(10)
Overview
71(1)
Characteristics of Risk
72(1)
Principles of Successful Risk Management
72(1)
The Risk Management Process
73(8)
Readiness Management Discipline
81(10)
Overview
81(1)
Characteristics of Readiness
81(4)
Principles of Successful Readiness Management
85(1)
The Readiness Management Process
86(5)
Project Management Discipline
91(8)
Overview
91(1)
Characteristics of Project Management
91(3)
Principles of Successful Project Management
94(1)
Project Management through the Project Life Cycle
94(2)
Project Management Responsibilities and Dealing with Scalability
96(1)
Practices of Successful Project Management
97(2)
Implementing MSF
99(8)
Using the Framework and Modular Structure
99(1)
MSF and Capability Maturity Model Integration
100(1)
Integrating MSF with Other Project Management Approaches
101(1)
MSF and Agile Principles
102(2)
Tips and Considerations
104(3)
Additional Information
107(2)
Information on MSF and MOF
107(1)
References
108(1)
Acronyms and Glossary
109

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