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Whether your job is to manage the construction of a building, oversee the launch of a new product, host an international event, or plan a company party, Microsoft Project 2003 can help. Microsoft Project 2003 For Dummies shows you how to use the program to plan, schedule, and budget all phases of a project, assign the resources, create essential reports, and monitor your progress. If you’re new to Project, you’ll find what you need to get up to speed, including info on how Project works, finding your way around, and building your first Project plan. If you’ve used an earlier version of Project, you’ll delve into Project 2003 and all of the new features it puts at your fingertips. Complete with case histories, screen shots, and step-by-step instructions, this guide walks you through:
- Making calendar settings, building a task-outline, and entering timing and timing relationships for tasks
- Assigning resources and material costs to tasks
- Using scheduling and tracking tools: The Gantt Chart which is the main view of Project; The Network Diagram (version of a PERT (program Evaluation and Review Technique) chart; Risk management; and Resource management
- Recalculating based on what-if scenarios to solve resource conflicts, get your costs within budget, or meet your deadlines
- Understanding the task/subtask structure, creating an outline, and working with WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) codes
- Working with a combination of cost types (fixed, work, and material) and customizing costs fields with Value Lists
- Saving your plan with a baseline
- Using the tracking toolbar and to record actual activity, update fixed costs, and more
- Generating and formatting standard reports (complete with graphics), creating custom reports, and using the XML Reporting Wizard
If you have Project Server (that complements Project 2003 but is not included), this book shows you how to use Project in an enterprise environment to centralize information online and get real online collaboration. You can publish projects to the Web, allow team members to update their progress, analyze your project status, and generally communicate in one central, online location.
Microsoft Project 2003 For Dummies is complete with a bonus CD-ROM that includes:
- Add-on tools and templates
- Case history examples
- Test preparation questions for the Project Management Institute (PMI) certification exam
- Milestones Project Companion and Project KickStart trial versions
- Cobra, WBS Chart Pro, PERT Chart Expert, and TimeSheet Professional demo versions
Use this friendly guide to get comfortable with Project. You’ll wonder how you managed without it.
Customer Reviews:
Project 2003 - Not For Dummies!.......2007-07-22
Earlier this year I purchased Project 2003 for Dummies and I must say that it has been a very useful tool. Since purchasing the book from Amazon I have been able to build and use Microsoft Project 2003 for a number of incentive and loyalty marketing projects that I have either launched or worked on. I would highly recommend Project 2003 for Dummies to anyone who needs to build or manage a project plan.
Book was in excellent condition.......2007-04-10
Ordered the book and received it promptly. Great service from Amazon.
Not the Best of the Dummies.......2007-03-19
I found this book very poorly organized. The author dives into technicalities before explaining the basics. For example, there are "tasks" and "subtasks." Tasks get immediate treatment, but then the book dives into calendars and effort management and other "advanced tab" topics without explaining subtasks, and how subtasks are entered. Even though there are examples in chapters 1-4 using subtasks, subtasks are not explained until chapter 5 (that's right, FIVE). Examples on page 65 and 78 show subtasks, but you don't learn how to enter one until page 93.
I spent a lot of time going back and re-reading, trying to find out if I missed something so that I could duplicate the examples - a lot of wasted time.
Starting with a complete and simple project, and then adding layers of complication on to it, would have been a much more effective approach. Overall, I am not happy with this book. In most "for dummies" books I can get up and running on a basic level in a few hours. I am now at hour four, page 85, and just about to learn about tasks and subtasks.
About what I expected.......2007-01-12
This was a good book. As with all the "dummies" books it was fairly straightforward. Pretty basic. It is a good place to start.
A Good Start.......2006-03-20
This manuel was an excellent start for some of us "dummies" out there. Though I have signed up for a Project Class to be taken in person, this book as definately helped me to get by with a little help from the Dummy Writers.
Book Description
Create project plans that make the most of your money and time
Get your projects on track, manage resources, and share information online
Project 2007 helps you keep your projects on track by providing sophisticated tools for building task outlines and important timing relationships; efficiently assigning people, cost, and material resources; and keeping everyone and everything on schedule. Get an overview of the benefits of Project Server and Project Web Access for communicating with your team and managing your project online.
All this on the bonus CD-ROM
- Tools for creating enhanced graphics and reports
- Strategic planning and brainstorming tools
- Project add-ons that improve your time reporting and tracking capabilities
- For details and complete system requirements, see the CD-ROM appendix.
Discover how to
- Employ the powerful new features of Project 2007
- Track down problems with Task Drivers
- Explore Project's new Visual Reports
- Get tips for saving time and money on your projects
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
Customer Reviews:
Helpful Book........2007-08-09
Very nice step by step. A little too much detail someitmes, but helps you know what you need to about the program and how the total project fits together.
A Great Way to Get Started.......2007-03-08
Project management on even a fairly large project is both important and difficult to accomplish without computer assistance. Microsoft Project is a full fledged project management system that is fully integrated into the Microsoft Office environment. This means that the screen looks a lot like any other Office application. There are several versions of Project, and these are described to assist in deciding what to buy.
Finally you get to the point where you have Project on your system and have gotten it started. This is a 'For Dummies' book. And it makes the assumption that you aren't dump, that you have some idea about how to use a computer and have just been assigned the task of managing a project. It begins with defining things like What Is Project Management? Then it leads you through how Project 2007 can help you keep track of things.
Of all the books I've seen, this is the one I'd recomment for the beginning user. There are some more complex reference books for advanced users, but this is the place to start. Later, if PM turns you on, you can go on to certification, the official domumentation, and so on.
A final strong reason for this book is the CD. It contains an awful lot of other software that you may find helpful for us in conjunction with Microsoft Project. Many of these are free, open source programs, but here they all are, and they all work.
Just What I Needed To Get Up to Speed.......2006-12-31
I started a new job last month and my employer requires me to use Microsoft Project. I grabbed this book and sat down with it over a weekend. By Monday morning I was able to get into the software, start to build a project, and ask intelligent questions about Project of my boss. I'm sure I'll take advantage of all the great advice about keeping my project in line as I get deeper into my projects at work over the next few months. Great way to get going fast!
Great Way to Get Started with Project.......2006-12-30
This book is a great help to anybody who has to get up to speed with Project quickly. It provides a good foundation in project management basics, and offers the best way to implement your project using the software. I especially liked the advice for fine-tuning your project plan and then making adjustments to help stay on track as your project goes forward. I'd definitely recommend this to newcomers to Project or those who want to get into Project 2007 features quickly.
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More than two thirds of American companies use teams to execute their most important projects, making project management a highly valuable skill for advancing your career. Project Management For Dummies, Second Edition introduces you to the principles of successful project management and shows you how to motivate any team to gain maximum productivity. You’ll find out how to:
- Define your project and what you intend to accomplish
- Identify project stakeholders and their expectations
- Develop a project plan
- Establish project schedules and timetables
- Determine which skill sets and resources the project requires
- Choose team members and define their roles
- Launch you project and track its progress
- Encourage peak performance
- Conclude your project successfully
Complete with helpful tips on delegating, shortening schedules, and optimizing your own performance Project Management for Dummies, help you get your project, and your career, off the ground in no time.
Customer Reviews:
Project Management for Dummies.......2007-09-16
The book is an easy to follow step by step guide to project management. Some of the guidelines are obvious, but for someone that knows nothing about the subject, this is a good itroduction and gives good strategies for a general overview of the field.
Great Introduction for the Beginner.......2007-01-28
There have been a bunch of books published recently on project management. Most of them have been oriented to helping the student cram to take the project management certification test. This book is different in that it is less concerned with the reader taking a test than it is with the reader actually learning how to manage a project.
It begins with the 'simple' task of understanding your project. What is the project, can it be done, and developing the start of a plan. From there it goes on to the basic project management problem of putting a team together, managing the team, and of course the paperwork.
Intended to be a beginners book, this book talks about keeping the paperwork to a minimum and doing it manually. Even in Chapter 17 where he talks about using computer technology he talks mostly about standard packages like word processing and spreadsheets rather than integrated project management software such as Microsoft Project.
He mentions Microsoft Project, but he also says that there are more than 50 such packages of all shapes and sizes on the market. Hint, Mr. Portny - For your next edition of this book, provide a list of at least some of these packages with comments, and especially with price, as I suspect some of them are free.
Like most 'For Dummies' books, this is an excellent introduction to the topic.
What better way to start your project.......2007-01-11
You need to buy and read this book before you start a project, what ever it may be. It walks you through the whole process from start to finish, with enough real world examples for everyone to understand.
This book is clear, concise and will remain by my side before and during every project as a reference.
Project Mgmt Useful Book.......2007-01-10
Full of PM buzz words. Is useful to learn all the buzzwords and what they mean. It was worth the purchase.
PM for Dummies.......2006-11-10
A 'short and sweet' version of Project Management. This book is great for getting familiar with the concept and terms of project management. The simple breakdown of the processes involved in project management is priceless!
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The first book available on this fast-growing and highly regarded software package
MindManager allows users to visually map their ideas and brainstorming sessions in order to better organize thoughts and put them into action. Exploring all there is to know about the MindManager product, including the Standard, Business, Enterprise, and handheld releases, this book walks readers through the process and techniques in using MindManager to communicate ideas.
Hugh Cameron (Indianapolis, IN) heads Camtech, Inc., a clinical engineering company that extends its reach to incorporate a diverse group of projects. Roger Voight, PhD, is a certified project manager with more than 30 years of experience in software design, development, and software project management.
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The first book available on this fast-growing and highly regarded software package
MindManager allows users to visually map their ideas and brainstorming sessions in order to better organize thoughts and put them into action. Exploring all there is to know about the MindManager product, including the Standard, Business, Enterprise, and handheld releases, this book walks readers through the process and techniques in using MindManager to communicate ideas.
Hugh Cameron (Indianapolis, IN) heads Camtech, Inc., a clinical engineering company that extends its reach to incorporate a diverse group of projects. Roger Voight, PhD, is a certified project manager with more than 30 years of experience in software design, development, and software project management.
Customer Reviews:
Took the mystery out of learning MindManager.......2006-08-28
If you are having trouble learning or using MindManager, study this book!
Without this book, I would not be nearly as productive using MindManager.
If you're a MindManager fan..........2005-09-22
...then you may also enjoy reading the gripping story in The Cancer Code by Mike & Bettina Jetter, of how Mike developed MindManager while battling leukemia. Recommended!
It Does MindManager Justice.......2004-04-25
This was the first "For Dummies" book that I felt was worth the cost. I didn't read it cover to cover straight, but I have now touched on all the chapters in the order I needed. Although I have been a MM user since way back, MindManager X5 has some very nifty enhancements. I didn't upgrade from MM2002 until I got the book and then I just let loose.
If you're new to MindManager, this will get you started and give you some neat tips. If you're a regular user, I would get this book when you upgrade to X5. There have been enough changes in procedures and nomenclature that it just won't work with previous versions of MindManager.
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* The know-how people need to pass the Project Management Professional (PMP) exam, the world's most recognized professional project management credential
* Quick Assessment questions at the beginning and Prep Tests at the end of each chapter enhance the reader's understanding of the material
* Shows how to spot trick questions designed to challenge critical thinking skills
* Explains how to interpret questions and offers tips for budgeting valuable test-taking time
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* hundreds of sample questions, timed and untimed versions of the test, and the ability to save test results to measure progress
Customer Reviews:
Out of Date material.......2007-06-18
This book is out of date and is not suitable for the current PMP certification.
Maybe I am a dummy.......2007-06-12
I figured this book would be a good companion to the PMBOK, but it is a little dated (for previous exam) and there are some glaring errors and omissions in the text that made it hard to follow. I guess I was looking for lots of helpful hints, found only a few. The chapter tests are OK (one did not actually give the answers) so this gets a 3 out of 5.
Not PMBOK 3rd Ed Aligned.......2007-02-11
I bought this book last year when I started studying for the PMP. Buyer beware that this book is not based on the most recent PMBOK version and some of the information is incorrect. This book is OK for getting an idea of what the test may be like and the information covered, but it should not be used as an authoritative source of information. I even question if the the practice tests can be trusted since I have already found some of the answers to be wrong. At a minimum, get the latest PMBOK as well so you can see where there are differences.
Start With This Book.......2006-12-10
The PMP (Project Management Professional) exam, based on the PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge), is by no means an easy test. Furthermore, it's importance overshadows its difficulty. What this book brings to the table is the 'For Dummies' style and treatment of the material. This style has been prepared carefully over many years and (I guess) thousands of titles.
My recommendation ...
Start with this book. Go through it twice. The first time go through it rather quickly so that you get an overall grasp of the material. Second, go through it more slowly to pick up the details that you skipped over before. Third work the practice test and other material that's on the CD.
After this, read the PMBOK.
Then get another, harder test preparation book, perhaps the Chu/Altwies/Walker book. Basically you'll have the background that you need from this book, and from the next book you get a dose of the same material but worded differently so that you'll see it from a different angle.
Don't be a Dummy - don't buy this book.......2006-09-08
I used several high qulity PM books to study for the PMP exam.
I thought this book would be helpful - especially the CD ROM for test practice
It was a complete waste of money - the information was weak and the cd was useless
Highly recommend the Heldman and Mulchay books they are the gold standard for passing this test the first time
PS - this is a serious exam - you need to know the PMBOK cold - don't waste your time on this book
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- The increase in project outsourcing has forced traditional programmers to take on the role of project managers and quickly learn how to manage software projects
- The author discusses all of the essentials in widely accepted project management methodology, from managing programmers to assessing and eliminating risk
- The book covers the iterative development model, using Microsoft Project 2003, as well as a variety of methodologies including eXtreme, open source, SQA testing, software life cycle management, and more
- The companion Web site contains tools, case studies and other resources to help even novices get up and running
Customer Reviews:
An easy introduction to a difficult skillset..........2006-10-15
I am *not* a project manager, nor do I ever want to be one. However, the art of project management affects every project I work on to one degree or another. If you're a developer geek who doesn't want to wade through the minutiae of formal traditional methodology, this particular title makes it all go down a little easier... Software Project Management for Dummies by Teresa Luckey and Joseph Phillips.
Contents:
Part 1 - Starting Your Software Project: Examining the Big Picture of Software Management; Initiating a Software Project; Creating the Software Scope
Part 2 - Planning Your Software Project: Planning for Communications; Planning for Software Project Risks; Planning for Software Quality; Building the Project Team; Creating Project Time Estimates; Building Your Project Budget
Part 3 - Executing Your Software Project Plan: Working the Project Plan; Working with Project People; Procuring Goods and Services
Part 4 - Controlling Your Software Project: Managing Changes to the Software Project; Using Earned Value Management in Software Projects; Tracking Project Performance
Part 5 - Closing Your Software Project: Finalizing the Project Management Processes; Documenting Your Software Project
Part 6 - The Part of Tens: Ten Ways to Make Your Software Project Crash and Burn; Ten Ways to Make Any Software Project Better
Appendix: Formal Project Management Training and Certification; Index
Using the entertaining Dummies style of writing, Luckey and Phillips take the reader through the importance of software project management, as well as what steps are involved in taking the project from inception to completion. They approach the topic using what I refer to as the "traditional" approach to software development. Generally speaking, requirements are gathered, development is initiated, testing takes place, and the project is delivered. This is different than the "agile" methods where there are a series of iterations involving requirements, coding, testing, and release. Many of these same project management concepts apply to both, but you most often see this level of management and documentation in the former style. What's nice with this book is that an often dull (at least to me) subject is served up with a healthy dose of tongue-in-cheek humor and practicality. They actually treat the project manager as a real person facing some impossible conditions, which is pretty much normal from what I can tell...
While this book wouldn't help you pass any project management certification tests, it would be valuable to help keep your head above water if you've been thrown into the deep end of the project management pool...
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Microsoft Project is a powerful tool for planning and managing projects. But where do you begin? Don't worry! Filled with plain-English explanations and practical tips, this friendly guide shows you how to put Project to work right away. You'll discover how to define tasks, allocate resources, manage costs, track progress, communicate information - and deliver results on time and within budget.
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MS Project for Dummies is a good starter.......2007-01-09
MS Project for Dummies is a good starter for the basic usage of this program. Good for first time users. If your looking for more advance skills, I would go somewheres else.
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It's a common scenario: your company decides to standardize on a software application that's totally alien to you. In this case, you find yourself using GoldMine to manage contact information, but you have no idea of how to use the program, let alone take advantage of its advanced workgroup features. If this is your situation, GoldMine for Dummies will get you up to speed.
The author gives equal time to basic functions, such as creating and viewing client records, and more advance features, such as working with statistical analysis and synchronizing data. The shift from the more mundane tasks to the increasingly difficult ones is a bit abrupt, but Scott is adept at explaining even the most difficult concepts. The best sections explain how to work with e-mails, faxes, and linked documents--the features GoldMine users will most take advantage of.
As far as contact managers are concerned, GoldMine is one of the more intuitive programs available for novices. But if you find yourself blanching at its more advanced features, or if you need to get up to speed on the basics, GoldMine for Dummies will ease the transition. --John Frederick Moore
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GoldMine For Dummies enables you to use GoldMine to manage client relationships and excel in areas of sales, marketing, and customer service like never before. Written in plain English, this book helps you discover the easy way to prospect for customers and mine your contacts:
- Familiarize yourself with GoldMine basics, from navigating the database to setting preferences and default values.
- Organize contacts by understanding screen functions, fields, and notes as well as contact, detail, and referral tabs.
- Get a grip on upcoming events by scheduling activities, and check on those already scheduled.
- Understand GoldMine Filters and Groups, which enable you to send out batches of letters, faxes, and e-mails.
- Use the InfoCenter to store and distribute company information.
- Configure GoldMine for those who travel or for those who manage people who don't work in the main office.
Customer Reviews:
Goldmine "Help" just as helpful........2006-12-14
I found this book to be a basic re-write of the Help section already included with the software. Yes, this book explains concepts and the underlying reasons for having to complete a task a certain way, but really did not go into the detail I was hoping/expecting to find in a book about Goldmine. Its unfortunate Goldmine relies so heavily upon their consultants for disseminating information about the product. It is a great piece of software for the money, unfortunately most small business owners don't have the time or knowledge to figure out how to use all of the great features.
Mining Gold from Goldmine with a tin pan?.......2004-04-22
Goldmine is arguably one of the most powerful contact management software database packages available, competing with ACT! and even Outlook for the important task of keeping sales contacts and activities and distributing information about them to others in your organization. Goldmine is notoriously difficult because of the very power and complexity. Will this "DUMMIES" book help you master it?
The problem with this book is that it gives some outlined use instructions for Goldmine but in NO WAY replaces a structured training course. If you have some experience with database management, you can pick your way through Goldmine, learning experientially, and this book is better than randomly poking at the keys.
The very best part is Part III: Managing Activities. This goes over scheduling, viewing, completing, forecasting and filtering activities. The other chapters are similar--outlines of typical activities like distributing information to your organization, entering contact info, etc. But this is not an exhaustive tutorial book, more like a series of schematics on how to get things done in Goldmine.
If you need more depth, or are starting from ground zero, this helps you avoid some landmines in Goldmine, but won't get you completely to the expert status. In summary, helpful, quick to read, not the complete story.
Excellent Beginner Book (and more) On Goldmine.......2002-03-23
After installing Goldmine 5 I bought this book when it first became available. I was not new to CRM software but found this book very useful. If you are new to Goldmine you will not be disappointed with this book. It can teach you a lot,even beyond the essential basics of this software. Read the book with your software running and apply what you just learned. After this foundation you should have little or no problem making the software do what you want. However, if you objective is to customize the software for your business, get a professional.
Goldmine - not for single users.......2002-03-04
If you have an inclination to buy this book, look at ACT! or MS Outlook instead of Goldmine. These books are written by Goldmine Certified Consultants. Do you really believe they are going to give their secrets away...when they charge thousands a day?
You will find the only real solution to any problem beyond the GoldMine Unknowledgeable Base (which I believe they purposely do not update) or their Customer ...Department is as basic as it gets. FrontRange (owner of Goldmine) constantly refers you to Goldmine Certified Consultants. It is obvious that FrontRange is leaving individuals and small business owners...
Just doesn't make it...........2002-01-28
I don't know why I buy these "Dummy" books. If you're a semi-literate computer user, it's not going to help much. If you're a neophite, then Goldmine probably isn't the program you should be using for contact management. Goldmine is powerful but complicated. To use it, a relationship with a consultant who knows the program inside an out is the way to go.
I miss the old 3 inch thick "Que" books and wish there was a manual of that nature available for GM. This one only scratches the surface and that will leave you hanging. If you have an inclination to buy this book, look at ACT! or MS Outlook instead of Goldmine, or hire a Goldmine Certified Consultant.
Book Description
Why put yourself through all the trouble of figuring out a project management software program? And why find out about project management techniques when you've been muddling through on your own up until now? The answer is self-evident. Because you've managed projects before and you know there has to be a better way. You're ready to discover what all this project management hoopla is about, and you'd like to use Microsoft Project to do the job. You've just made two good management decisions right there.
Deep down, you're probably wondering whether this is going to hurt. You'll be relieved to know that getting to know Microsoft Project is straightforward and kind of fun. You don't have to know anything special about computers or project management to begin. Of course, once you start throwing those Gantt charts around the office, people might assume that it took grueling labor and a steel will to figure out the program. Whether you choose to display modesty or bask in their amazement will be entirely up to you.
As this book's title so subtly implies, it will show you how to use Microsoft Project 2000. But what the title doesn't say is that this book also gives you a basic explanation of project management. You'll cover all of the following topics, and more:
- Identifying project phases
- Getting comfortable with the Microsoft Project interface
- Predicting your resource needs
- Reading and creating Gantt charts
- Staying ahead of details with a calendar
- Setting budgets and reviewing costs
- Subdividing and combining projects
- Tracking your project
- Using and customizing reports
Microsoft Project 2000 For Dummies is written in a way that lets you master your project management skills by practice. The enclosed CD-ROM is loaded with a number of project files so that you can read the material and practice. In addition, you'll get evaluation and demo copies of some excellent project management programs designed to make your job even easier.
Customer Reviews:
way too general - a poor resource.......2001-10-23
This book offers a VERY general overview and does not even come close to preparing a new user to use Project effectively or proficiently. The organization seemed disjointed compared to two other books on the same subject. I'm generally pleased with other "For Dummies" books, but was most disappointed with this particular one and ended up returning the book.
Book Description
This easy-to-read reference helps you harness the power of the project management capabilities of Microsoft Project 2000. No-fluff instructions and tips show you to create a plan, build tasks, and outline stages in your plan. Discover to use the vast menu of features in Microsoft Project 2000: scheduling, reporting, resource allocation, workflow management, and project tracking. You can even plan your deadlines depending on constraining events or costs. With this handy guide at your side, you can come in under budget and in plenty of time.
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