Download or read book The Owner s Role in Project Risk Management written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2005-02-25 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Effective risk management is essential for the success of large projects built and operated by the Department of Energy (DOE), particularly for the one-of-a-kind projects that characterize much of its mission. To enhance DOE's risk management efforts, the department asked the NRC to prepare a summary of the most effective practices used by leading owner organizations. The study's primary objective was to provide DOE project managers with a basic understanding of both the project owner's risk management role and effective oversight of those risk management activities delegated to contractors.
Download or read book Strategy and Risk Management written by Ron Rael and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-05-15 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Employees make dozens of day-to-day decisions—and any one of them could come back to haunt you, even when the decision does not seem to have hidden or unknown ramifications. That is why your organisation must have a protocol in place for identifying and mitigating all major business risks long before it is needed. At the strategic level, risk management and strategic management are intertwined. Using this book, learn how to apply powerful tools and approaches to make your planning processes more effective and flexible and build a set of decision-making processes based on plain language. Author, Ron Rael, uses quality concepts/language (TQM & Six Sigma) to define the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) process and value of prevention, while showing how these elements are both necessary and highly desired in an organisation’s strategic decision-making. ERM extends to your everyday business decisions because employees take actions and make daily choices that could have a detrimental effect on your profits and business’s longevity and future. This book will provide a best practices view on the latest developments in ERM deliver how-to guidance on developing ERM processes at the enterprise and department levels facilitate enterprise-wide ERM participation via practical information and examples deliver cross-functional management and implementation of ERM
Download or read book Rational Cybersecurity for Business written by Dan Blum and published by Apress. This book was released on 2020-06-27 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use the guidance in this comprehensive field guide to gain the support of your top executives for aligning a rational cybersecurity plan with your business. You will learn how to improve working relationships with stakeholders in complex digital businesses, IT, and development environments. You will know how to prioritize your security program, and motivate and retain your team. Misalignment between security and your business can start at the top at the C-suite or happen at the line of business, IT, development, or user level. It has a corrosive effect on any security project it touches. But it does not have to be like this. Author Dan Blum presents valuable lessons learned from interviews with over 70 security and business leaders. You will discover how to successfully solve issues related to: risk management, operational security, privacy protection, hybrid cloud management, security culture and user awareness, and communication challenges. This book presents six priority areas to focus on to maximize the effectiveness of your cybersecurity program: risk management, control baseline, security culture, IT rationalization, access control, and cyber-resilience. Common challenges and good practices are provided for businesses of different types and sizes. And more than 50 specific keys to alignment are included. What You Will Learn Improve your security culture: clarify security-related roles, communicate effectively to businesspeople, and hire, motivate, or retain outstanding security staff by creating a sense of efficacy Develop a consistent accountability model, information risk taxonomy, and risk management framework Adopt a security and risk governance model consistent with your business structure or culture, manage policy, and optimize security budgeting within the larger business unit and CIO organization IT spend Tailor a control baseline to your organization’s maturity level, regulatory requirements, scale, circumstances, and critical assets Help CIOs, Chief Digital Officers, and other executives to develop an IT strategy for curating cloud solutions and reducing shadow IT, building up DevSecOps and Disciplined Agile, and more Balance access control and accountability approaches, leverage modern digital identity standards to improve digital relationships, and provide data governance and privacy-enhancing capabilities Plan for cyber-resilience: work with the SOC, IT, business groups, and external sources to coordinate incident response and to recover from outages and come back stronger Integrate your learnings from this book into a quick-hitting rational cybersecurity success plan Who This Book Is For Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and other heads of security, security directors and managers, security architects and project leads, and other team members providing security leadership to your business
Download or read book Identifying and Managing Project Risk written by Tom Kendrick and published by AMACOM. This book was released on 2009-02-27 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the Project Management Institute’s David I. Cleland Project Management Literature Award 2010 It’s no wonder that project managers spend so much time focusing their attention on risk identification. Important projects tend to be time constrained, pose huge technical challenges, and suffer from a lack of adequate resources. Identifying and Managing Project Risk, now updated and consistent with the very latest Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)® Guide, takes readers through every phase of a project, showing them how to consider the possible risks involved at every point in the process. Drawing on real-world situations and hundreds of examples, the book outlines proven methods, demonstrating key ideas for project risk planning and showing how to use high-level risk assessment tools. Analyzing aspects such as available resources, project scope, and scheduling, this new edition also explores the growing area of Enterprise Risk Management. Comprehensive and completely up-to-date, this book helps readers determine risk factors thoroughly and decisively...before a project gets derailed.
Download or read book ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT Framework and tools for adequate risk management in financial institutions written by Diego Fiorito and published by Diego Fiorito. This book was released on 2022-10-17 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enterprise risk management must be closely linked to the strategy to promote compliance with the institution’s mission, vision and objectives. Currently, risks emerge from internal and external sources. Likewise, the different stakeholders demand greater transparency and communication: on the other hand, technology generates a changing business environment, and customer wishes evolve. These situations force institutions to have an adequate risk management framework. In this book, the reader will obtain the appropriate tools to manage the various risks to which a financial institution is exposed. Thus, he will get frameworks, standards, methodology, techniques and tools to be able to identify, evaluate, manage, monitor, communicate and follow up on the risks that could affect the institutions. Comprehensive risk management should not be isolated in one risk area; on the contrary, it must be disseminated across all levels of the organization, allowing for better management. Having three lines of defense for proper management is a must. Permeating a risk culture is required so that people make decisions considering the risk. That employees know the risk appetite of the institutions is vital for that decision making. Enterprise risk management in financial institutions provides us with these vital tools to enhance risk management in institutions, allowing their long-term development and improving the chances of meeting objectives. It provides a comprehensive view of the different risks that could affect organizations and presents specific tools to improve management.
Download or read book High Impact Tools for Teams written by Stefano Mastrogiacomo and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-03-09 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take advantage of a powerful visual management tool for teams as you work together and deliver great results. It's been used by thousands of teams for project success! 59% of U.S. workers say that communication is their team's biggest obstacle to success, followed by accountability at 29% (Atlassian). High-Impact Tools for Teams explains a simple, powerful tool that helps team leaders and members align and get clarity on exactly who is responsible for each part of the team's most important activities and projects. The tool is complemented by 4 trust add-ons that help teams build trust and increase psychological safety, so every member can be confident in sharing ideas or concerns about obstacles the team may face. It's a proven tool for project teams, based on years of research, and thousands of teams are already using the Team Alignment Map to run effective "get-to-action meetings", give projects a good start and de-silo organizations. Co-author Alex Osterwalder is the international best-selling author who co-created the Business Model Canvas, a strategic management tool used by 1 million+ industry leaders globally. Plan as a team and know who does what Uncover and proactively remove the most likely obstacles to any project Boost team member contributions Run more effective team meetings Get more successful projects With the guidance of High-Impact Tools for Teams, you can be better prepared as a team leader or team member to plan effectively, reduce risks, and collaborate with others. Your team will be accountable and ready to deliver results!
Download or read book A Symphony of Choices written by Gerald J. Leonard and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2023-08-01 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to make decisions in the face of increasingly complex and multifaceted challenges In A Symphony of Choices: How Mentorship Taught a Manager Decision-Making, Project Management and Workplace Engagement -- and Saved a Concert Season, workplace culture and strategy expert Gerald Leonard delivers a fascinating narrative following one Jerry Hall, the new Symphony Orchestra manager at a prestigious symphony concerned about the challenging plans for an upcoming season. In the book, you’ll watch Jerry connect with a former college professor and learn the skills necessary to successfully manage his way through these unprecedented times in his business and personal life. Does he have all skills necessary for effective decision-making and managing a major symphony’s portfolio of projects? Will his fear of succumbing to daunting challenges prevent him from succeeding? The author answers these questions, and more. You’ll also find: Hands-on strategies for decision-making and management you can implement today at your organization Methods for navigating an increasingly complex and interconnected environment Ways to apply subject-matter knowledge to your management even in the face of extraordinary personal challenges A necessary and hands-on resource for directors, managers, executives, and other business leaders, A Symphony of Choices will also earn a place on the bookshelves of practicing and aspiring leaders in athletic, academic, military, and other environments.
Download or read book Tools for Project Management Workshops and Consulting written by Nicolai Andler and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-08-15 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book is of the kind you always wanted but didn't think would or could ever exist: the universal field theory of problem solving." Tom Sommerlatte Typically today's tasks in management and consulting include project management, running workshops and strategic work - all complex activities, which require a multitude of skills and competencies. This standard work, which is also well accepted amongst consultants, gives you a reference or cookbook-style access to the most important tools, including a rating of each tool in terms of applicability, ease of use and effectiveness. In this considerably enlarged third edition, Nicolai Andler presents 152 of such tools, grouped into task-specific categories: Definition of a Situation/Problem - Information Gathering - Creativity - Information Consolidation - Goal Setting - Strategic, Technical and Organisational Analysis - Evaluation and Decision Making - Project Management. Checklists and Application Scenarios further enhance the use of this toolbox.Information provided by this book is: - comprehensive and sufficiently wide in scope, combined with a practical level of detail without being too academic - reliable and proven in numerous real implemented cases - easy to apply due to many different search options, checklists, application scenarios and guiding instructions. Written by a professional consultant, business analyst and business coach, this book is a unique reference work and guide for those wanting to learn about or who are active in the fields of consulting, project management and problem solving in general, both in business and engineering: business coaches and management trainers, workshop moderators, consultants and managers, project managers, lecturers and students.
Download or read book Managing Risk in Organizations written by J. Davidson Frame and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2003-08-05 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Managing Risk in Organizations offers a proven framework for handling risks across all types of organizations. In this comprehensive resource, David Frame—a leading expert in risk management—examines the risks routinely encountered in business, offers prescriptions to assess the effects of various risks, and shows how to develop effective strategies to cope with risks. In addition, the book is filled with practical tools and techniques used by professional risk practitioners that can be readily applied by project managers, financial managers, and any manager or consultant who deals with risk within an organization. Managing Risk in Organizations is filled with illustrative case studies and Outlines the various types of risk—pure, operational, project, technical, business, and political Reveals what risk management can and cannot accomplish Shows how to organize risk management efforts to conduct risk assessments, manage crises, and recover from disasters Includes a systematic risk management processrisk management planning, risk identification, qualitative impact analysis, quantitative impact analysis, risk response planning, and monitoring control Provides quantitative and qualitative tools to identify and handle risks This much-needed book will enable organizations to take risk seriously and act proactively.
Download or read book PMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide written by Kim Heldman and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-02-05 with total page 908 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NOTE: The book included the incorrect URL to access the online test banks provided with the purchase of this book. The correct URL is: www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep. The ultimate PMP preparation and self-study experience, updated to align with the new PMBOK® Guide, 6th Edition The PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Ninth Edition, provides comprehensive review for the Project Management Institute's (PMI) PMP certification exam. This new ninth edition has been completely revised to align with the latest version of the exam, which includes new tasks that reflect changes to best practices, the role of the project manager, and the growing importance of agile and other adaptive and iterative practices. Detailed discussion draws from the latest A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 6th edition, to provide the most up-to-date information on critical topics, while hands-on exercises provide insight on real-world implementation. Receive one year of free access to the Sybex online interactive learning environment, to help you prepare with superior study tools, rigorous chapter tests, and two practice exams that allows you to gauge your readiness and avoid surprises on exam day. The PMP certification is arguably the most desired skill in the IT marketplace, but its reach extends into a variety of other industries. Candidates must have extensive project management experience to qualify, but comprehensive study materials, aligned with the PMBOK® Guide Sixth Edition, are essential to success on the exam. This study guide provides everything you need to ensure thorough preparation and full exam-day confidence. Study 100% of the objectives for the latest PMP exam Practice applying PMP concepts to real-world scenarios Test your understanding with comprehensive review questions Access online chapter tests, practice exams, electronic flashcards, and more Companies are demanding more of project managers than ever before: skills in technical management, leadership, strategic management, and business management make you more competitive, and the PMP exam reflects their increasing relevance in a rapidly-evolving field. When you're ready to take the next step for your career, the PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Ninth Edition, is your ideal companion for ultimate PMP preparation. To register for access to the online test banks included with the purchase of this book, please visit: www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep.
Download or read book Managing Risk in Agriculture Policy Assessment and Design written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2011-06-30 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the implications of risk management for policy in agriculture. Opening with a chapter on risk management principles and guidelines for policy design in agriculture, the book goes on to look at quantitative analysis of risk and then at policy in various countries.
Download or read book Effective Web Presence Solutions for Small Businesses Strategies for Successful Implementation written by Burgess, Stephen and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2009-02-28 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book provides small businesses with a holistic approach to implementing their Web presence"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Applied Risk Management in Agriculture written by Dana L. Hoag and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2009-10-20 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Defining the fundamentals of building a risk management plan, Applied Risk Management in Agriculture uses strategic management to organize the process of risk management. A time-tested procedure inside and outside the business community, this technique provides an ideal platform for organizing risk.Making complex principles easily accessible to stu
Download or read book PMP Project Management Professional Exam Deluxe Study Guide written by Kim Heldman and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-03-16 with total page 688 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thorough PMP® exam prep with plenty of hands-on practice PMP Project Management Professional Exam Deluxe Study Guide is your all-in-one preparation toolkit for the premier project management certification. Updated to cover the latest PMBOK® and PMP exam, this book contains detailed discussion on a wide range of project management topics, concepts, and key terms, providing full coverage of all exam material. Each chapter includes hands-on exercises based on real-world scenarios, and sidebars that explain how the information presented applies to your current project. Comprehensive review questions allow you to assess your level of understanding, so you can pinpoint and strengthen weak areas before exam day. The online learning environment features electronic flashcards, additional practice questions, over two hours of audio instruction and review, plus two bonus CAPM® exams that give you a glimpse of what you can expect when you prepare for the Certified Associate in Project Management certification. Gain confidence with Sybex: Get up to speed on 100% of the exam outline Apply the material to your current project Test your skills with leading edge prep software Get a feel for test day with two bonus practice exams If you're ready to showcase your abilities and move to the next level of your career, PMP Project Management Professional Exam Deluxe Study Guide is the exam prep companion you need to succeed. (PMI, PMBOK, CAPM, PMP, and Project Management Professional are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.)
Download or read book Software Quality Assurance written by Claude Y. Laporte and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-01-04 with total page 598 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book introduces Software Quality Assurance (SQA) and provides an overview of standards used to implement SQA. It defines ways to assess the effectiveness of how one approaches software quality across key industry sectors such as telecommunications, transport, defense, and aerospace. Includes supplementary website with an instructor’s guide and solutions Applies IEEE software standards as well as the Capability Maturity Model Integration for Development (CMMI) Illustrates the application of software quality assurance practices through the use of practical examples, quotes from experts, and tips from the authors
Download or read book Fundamentals of Effective Program Management written by Paul Sanghera and published by J. Ross Publishing. This book was released on 2008-09-15 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fundamentals of Effective Program Management A Process Approach Based on the Global Standard By Dr. Paul Sanghera, PMP Hardcover, 6x9, 344 Pages ISBN: 978-1-932159-69-1 Publishing November 2008 Retail Price $59.95 Direct Response Price $49.95 Notify Me When Book Publishes E-mail this page Print this page About the Item Key Features About the Author(s) Related Titles About the Item: Only a small percentage of projects are run in isolation. The majority of projects are conducted in groups under programs to maximize business and organizational objectives. Due to its proven benefits to organizations of all sizes, program management and the demand for resources on how to do it effectively is growing at a rapid pace. In this new book, best-selling author Paul Sanghera presents a cohesive, concise, yet comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals of program management based on the global standard for program management issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI), and in accordance with generally recognized best practices. This unique guide clearly places program management in the context of project management and project portfolio management and describes processes that can be applied to programs in any field. Because no prior knowledge of program management is assumed, Fundamentals of Effective Program Management is useful for both those new to program/project management, and to experienced practitioners whose daily tasks and responsibilities extend beyond project management and have a direct impact on accomplishing organizational objectives.
