Software Project Manager's Bridge to Agility, The

Software Project Manager's Bridge to Agility, The

<P style="MARGIN: 0px">When software development teams move to agile methods, experienced project managers often struggle—doubtful about the new approach and uncertain about their new roles and responsibilities. In this book, two long-time certified Project Management Professionals (PMP<SUP>R</SUP>s) and Scrum trainers have built a bridge to this dynamic new paradigm. They show experienced project managers how to successfully transition to agile by refocusing on facilitation and collaboration, not “command and control.”</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">The authors begin by explaining how agile works: how it differs from traditional “plan-driven” methodologies, the benefits it promises, and the real-world results it delivers. Next, they systematically map the Project Management Institute’s classic, methodology-independent techniques and terminology to agile practices. They cover both process and project lifecycles and carefully address vital issues ranging from scope and time to cost management and stakeholder communication. Finally, drawing on their own extensive personal experience, they put a human face on your personal transition to agile--covering the emotional challenges, personal values, and key leadership traits you’ll need to succeed.</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B> </B> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B>Coverage includes</B> </P> <UL> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Relating the <I>PMBOK<SUP>R</SUP> Guide</I> ideals to agile practices: similarities, overlaps, and differences</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Understanding the role and value of agile techniques such as iteration/release planning and retrospectives</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Using agile techniques to systematically and continually reduce risk</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Implementing quality assurance (QA) where it belongs: in analysis, design, defect prevention, and continuous improvement</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Learning to trust your teams and listen for their discoveries</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Procuring, purchasing, and contracting for software in agile, collaborative environments</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Avoiding the common mistakes software teams make in transitioning to agile</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">Coordinating with project management offices and non-agile teams</DIV> <LI> <DIV style="MARGIN: 0px">“Selling” agile within your teams and throughout your organization</DIV> </LI> </UL> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">For every project manager who wants to become more agile.</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B> </B> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B>Part I    An Agile Overview</B> 7</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 1    What is "Agile"? 9</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 2    Mapping from the PMBOK<SUP>R</SUP> Guide to Agile 25</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 3    The Agile Project Lifecycle in Detail 37</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B>Part II    The Bridge: Relating PMBOK<SUP>R</SUP> Guide Practices to Agile Practices </B>49</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 4    Integration Management 51</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 5    Scope Management 67</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 6    Time Management 83</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 7    Cost Management 111</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 8    Quality Management 129</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 9    Human Resources Management 143</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 10    Communications Management 159</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 11    Risk Management 177</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 12    Procurement Management 197</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <B>Part III    Crossing the Bridge to Agile</B> 215</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 13    How Will My Responsibilities Change? 217</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 14    How Will I Work with Other Teams Who Aren't Agile? 233</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 15    How Can a Project Management Office Support Agile? 249</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 16    Selling the Benefits of Agile 265</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Chapter 17    Common Mistakes 285</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Appendix A    Agile Methodologies 295</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Appendix B    Agile Artifacts 301</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Glossary 321</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Bibliography 327</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Index 333</P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> </P>