Project management in the fast lane : applying the theory of constraints
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Project management in the fast lane : applying the theory of constraints
(The St. Lucie Press/APICS series on constraints management)
St. Lucie Press, c1998
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Research Institute for Economics & Business Administration (RIEB) Library , Kobe University図書
658.02-599081000095316
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
This cutting edge, "how to" manual details proven methods for turning around chronically late, overbudget, and underperforming projects. Project Management in the Fast Lane explains how Theory of Constraints tools can be applied to achieve effective, breakthrough solutions in virtually any environment. It includes a complete discussion of the Critical Chain scheduling approach pioneered by Eli Goldratt-the most significant new development in project scheduling in the last 40 years!
The project management tools described in Project Management in the Fast Lane are clearly outlined and will help project managers in manufacturing, construction, and new product development in any field find efficient, practical, and sound solutions to management issues. Common problems related to deadlines, budgets, project performance, and more are thoroughly treated, providing a solid basis for applying tools to familiar problems. This book is sure to inspire managers, executives, engineers, and MIS and quality assurance professionals to rethink their management approaches and create dramatic, profit-driven improvements in their organizations.
Table of Contents
Project Management TodayIntroductionBidding for the ProjectThe Worker's ViewpointHidden Costs: Work-in-ProcessHidden Costs: Lost ProductivityThe Generic Current RealityThe Project Manager's ViewpointMirabiliaCritical But StableA Critical Chain ScheduleManaging UncertaintyResolving the WIP ConflictIdentifying the Critical ChainAdding BuffersPlanning the Critical Chain ProjectGlobal Viewpoint, Global LeverageThe GoalThroughput: IchibanThe Throughput World: Climbing Out of the BoxGlobal Improvement: The Five Focusing StepsGlobal Improvement: TOC AccountingThe Project Dice GameMultiple ProjectsImplementation IssuesWhat Is a Schedule?MeasurementsLeveraging the Critical ChainWeak LinksImplementation ChecklistAppendicesAppendix A: Answers for Further ThoughtAppendix B: Glossary
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