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Value Optimization for Project and Performance Management

by Robert B. Stewart

ISBN13: 9780470622933
ISBN10: 0470622938
Format: eBook
Copyright: 2010-03-01
Publisher: Wiley

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Summary

Discover the proven process for maximizing the potential value of any project.Showing readers how to apply value optimization techniques to project and performance management, dramatically increasing results and efficiency, Value Optimization for Project and Performance Management is written to compliment the Project Management Body of Knowledge, the guidance published by the Project Management Institute (PMI), making it readily applicable for any project manager. Presents methodology applied with hundreds of clients across a range of industries Filled with practical facilitation and implementation tips Presents a cohesive theory, structured framework, and diverse toolset Walks you through the value optimization process, showing you how to transform the way a product or process is perceivedBrimming with examples, Value Optimization for Project and Performance Management provides a link to a free software demo for you to get started in applying value optimization in your own organization.

Preface
About the Cover
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Today's Challenges
Value Methodology
Why Use Value Methodology?
Project Management and Value Methodology
Value Methodology and Teamwork
History of Value Methodology
SAVE International
Current VM Applications
Summary
Value
The Concept of Value
Value Theory
Reasons for Poor Value
Summary
Value Methodology Job Plan
The Value Methodology Job Plan
Value Metrics
Summary
Preparation
Preparation Phase
The Value Team
Summary
A: Case Study
Information
Information Phase
Gather and Analyze Project Scope and Schedule Information
Gather and Analyze Project Schedule Information
Gather and Analyze Project Cost Information
Life Cycle Costing
Gather and Analyze Project Risk Information
Conduct Value Study Kick-Off Meeting
Conduct Site Visit
Summary
A: Case Study
Function
Function Phase
Defining Functions
Classifying Functions
Evaluating Functions
Summary
A: Case Study
Speculation
Speculation Phase
Creativity
Roadblocks to Creativity
Creativity Techniques
Summary
A: Case Study
Evaluation
Evaluation Phase
The Evaluation Process
Evaluation Techniques
Selecting Ideas for Development
Summary
A: Case Study
Development
Development Phase
Develop Value Alternatives
Review Value Alternatives
Summary
A: Case Study
Presentation
Presentation Phase
Selling Change
Assess Value - Value Metrics
Conduct Exit Briefing
Prepare and Submit Value Study Report
Summary
A: Case Study
Implementation
Implementation Phase
Managing Change
Review and Assess Value Alternatives
Resolve Value Alternatives
Develop Implementation Plan
Track and Audit Results
Summary
A: Case Study
Value Leadership
Value Leadership
Characteristics of Value Specialists
Value Methodology Professionals
Professional Standards of Conduct
Summary
Notes
Suggested Reading
About the Author
Index
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