The Management of Complex Projects A Relationship Approach
The Management of Complex Projects: A Relationship Approach by Stephen Pryke, published by Wiley on November 17, 2006, is a comprehensive exploration of the dynamics between clients and project teams. This edition, comprising 328 pages, emphasizes the importance of relationships in project management, focusing on the client as a pivotal element rather than merely the end product. The book delves into how effective interactions among clients, design teams, contractors, and stakeholders can enhance project value.
Readers will find an in-depth examination of the evolving nature of project relationships, highlighting the significance of mindsets, behaviors, and competencies in fostering collaboration. The text addresses various aspects of relationship formation and maintenance, offering insights into the challenges faced by project teams. By prioritizing the softer skills essential for successful project management, this book distinguishes itself from others that primarily focus on technical tools and techniques, making it a valuable resource for students, academics, and practitioners in the fields of technology, engineering, and civil and environmental projects.
Official synopsis Publisher
Value is added to projects through the relationships surrounding the client; the focus of this book is therefore the client as project, rather than the building on the ground. It shows how to create and maintain effective relationships between the client and the project team, as well as intra-coalition relationships
Students, academics and practitioners need to understand the changing nature of reforms from successive calls for change by the industry’s various clients and client groups. Project team network relationships are a function of mindsets, behaviour and competencies of individuals and The Management of Complex Projects: a relationship approach:
* Explores the relationship at the project interface: client-design team-contractor, stakeholders and supply chain relations
* Examines different concepts to the development and management of relationships; formation and maintenance issues
* Highlights some of the key issues that require development, both academically and through applied research.
Most project management books cover tools and techniques; this one covers the softer skills and shows how crucial good relationships are to the successful management of projects.
FAQ
What is “The Management of Complex Projects A Relationship Approach” about?
Who is the author of “The Management of Complex Projects A Relationship Approach”?
When was “The Management of Complex Projects A Relationship Approach” published?
What is the ISBN for “The Management of Complex Projects A Relationship Approach”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
