Note M. Project Management for Information Professionals

Chandos Publishing, 2016. — 220 p. — (Chandos information professional). — ISBN: 0081001274, 9780081001271, 9780081001332, 0081001339Aimed at practitioners, this handbook imparts guidance on project management techniques in the cultural heritage sector. Information professionals often direct complex endeavors with limited project management training or resources. Project Management for Information Professionals demystifies the tools and processes essential to successful project management and advises on how to manage the interpersonal dynamics and organizational culture that influence the effectiveness of these methods. With this book, readers will gain the knowledge to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects.
offers guidance based on real-world experienceprepares readers without prior project management knowledge or experienceprovides lean, easy-to-read, and jargon-free instructionsaimed at information professionals working in libraries, archives, museumsProject Management Overview
Selection and Prioritization
Leading and Managing Teams
Planning and Scheduling
Budgeting and Performance
Communication and Documentation
Completion and ReviewAppendix A - Project Management Considerations
Appendix B - Further Reading
Appendix C - Software Programs
Appendix D - Glossary
Appendix E - Templates