Project Management, Second Edition (Briefcase Books Series), 2nd Edition

Introduction

Iwas thrilled when John Woods from CWL Publishing Enterprises asked me to write the second edition of this book, as it offered me an opportunity to introduce a whole new generation of readers of my book to an important project management concept: business savvy.

Project management is not known for revolutionary change, yet a subtle transformation has been taking place since the first edition was published. This transformation is nearly complete and can be expressed this way: project managers are now expected to be business-savvy. In addition to being proficient at the mechanics of project management (the primary focus of this book), today’s project managers must also understand that projects are financial investments. This simple ...