Project 2013 For Dummies

Description

An easy-to-understand guide to the latest version of Microsoft’s enterprise project management software: Project 2013.If you’ve never used project management software before or if you’re just getting up to speed on the new features in Project 2013, this is the book for you! With this easy-to-understand guide, you have a completely updated resource that covers the latest changes and newest enhancements to Project 2013 and shows you how to make Project 2013 work for you. After an introduction to basic project management concepts, you’ll discover the mechanics of using Project software to create and manage projects. Other topics covered include working with calendars, using and sharing resources, budgeting, formatting taskbars, gathering and tracking data, working with reports, and creating templates.Shows you how to manage resources, share project information, perform scenario analysis, and standardize reporting processes.Presents completely updated coverage of the new Project 2013.Reviews formatting taskbars, gathering and tracking data, and working with reports.Addresses using and sharing resources, creating templates, and managing projects.Table of Contents:Part I: Getting Started with Project 2013.Project Management, Project 2013, and You.Starting the Project.Becoming a Task Master.The Codependent Nature of Tasks.Estimating Task Time.Check Out This View!Part II: Managing Resources.Creating Resources.Working with Calendars Assigning Resources.Determining a Project’s Cost.Part III: Before You Baseline.Fine-Tuning Your Plan.Negotiating Project Constraints.Making the Project Look Good.It All Begins with a Baseline.Part IV: Staying on Track.On the Right Track.Project Views. Observing Progress.You’re Behind — Now What?Spreading the News. Reporting.Getting Better All the Time.Part V: The Part of Tens.Ten Golden Rules of Project Management.Ten Cool Shortcuts in Project 2013.