As a sequel to PM101: an introduction to the basic concepts of modern project management , this guide focuses on the quantitative aspects of managing projects. The author explains methods for estimating, scheduling, and managing resources, costs, and risk. Applications of the techniques to the Mars Pathfinder Project are described throughout the book. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Francis M. Webster Jr. has more than 40 years of experience practicing, consulting on, and teaching project management. His industrial experience includes managing the corporate operations research unit at Chrysler Corporation.
He has served the Project Management Institute (PMI®) in a variety of ways, including serving as editor-in-chief from 1985 until 1994. He is a PMI Fellow and is revered as a true PMI Historian. Longtime members of the Institute know he was also the persona behind PM Network’s "Olde Curmudgeon."