Companies that want results need to ensure that every task an employee performs adds value to the organization. That requires a close examination of why expectations aren't being met in order to improve processes. It's time to take a head-on approach to issues that prevent companies from hitting performance targets. You'll take a fresh look at the most common issues that hurt companies and learn how to properly incorporate planning into the work process; track the costs of defects and repairs when determining project costs; form teams with a clear mission and the authority to complete tasks;...

Insurance/Financial IT executive says: "you clearly paint what success looks like and call out solid characteristics of structure/rigor within the discipline." VP of Technology at digital publisher says: "I have found this book to be a valuable resource as Dr. Houseworth has made the complex subject of project management very approachable. His many examples, slogans and other techniques help the reader quickly grasp and remember key project management concepts. Throughout the book Dr. Houseworth has distributed little gems of insight that are practical and can immediately be applied. I...