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Agile Project Management For Dummies

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Agile Project Management For Dummies offers a comprehensive introduction to the agile methodology, designed to streamline and enhance collaborative work in project management. The book provides practical insights into implementing agile principles effectively, focusing on flexibility and customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. It is ideal for those seeking to improve efficiency and adaptability in business and entrepreneurship environments.
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This book may appeal to you if you're looking to enhance your skills in project management with a focus on agility. It's a great choice for anyone interested in learning how to efficiently adapt to change, collaborate better with teams, and deliver successful projects in a fast-paced business environment. Whether you're a seasoned project manager or new to the field, its practical insights and user-friendly approach can help you succeed.

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This updated edition shows you how to use the agile project management framework for success!

Learn how to apply agile concepts to your projects. This fully updated book covers changes to agile approaches and new information related to the methods of managing an agile project.

Agile Project Management For Dummies, 3rd Edition gives product developers and other project leaders the tools they need for a successful project. This book’s principles and techniques will guide you in creating a product roadmap, self-correcting iterations of deployable products, and preparing for a product launch. Agile approaches are critical for achieving fast and flexible product development. It’s also a useful tool for managing a range of business projects.

Written by one of the original agile technique thought-leaders, this book guides you and your teams in discovering why agile techniques work and how to create an effective agile environment. Users will gain the knowledge to improve various areas of project management.

  • Define your product’s vision and features
  • Learn the steps for putting agile techniques into action
  • Manage the project’s scope and procurement
  • Plan your team’s sprints and releases
  • Simplify reporting related to the project

Agile Project Management For Dummies can help you to better manage the scope of your project as well as its time demands and costs. You’ll also be prepared to skillfully handle team dynamics, quality challenges, and risks.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119676997

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 November 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 188.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 658g

Pages: 496

About the Author

Mark C. Layton is an entrepreneur and certification instructor with 25 years of experience in organizational design.

Steven J Ostermiller is a community builder, agile trainer and coach helping organizations and people become more agile.

Dean J. Kynaston is a coach, Certified Scrum Professional, and organizational agile transformation leader.

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