IT Project Estimation: A Practical Guide to the Costing of Software - Softcover

Coombs, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 052153285X ISBN 13: 9780521532853

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2003

Synopsis

Paul Coombs provides practical, detailed advice on IT project estimation for managers and consultants in this concise guide. Coombs demonstrates why accurate estimates are needed, the different estimating methods that can be used, and how to analyze risks in order to make appropriate contingency allowances. He also covers pricing and billing strategies, and how experience of previous projects can be leveraged. A vital component of the book is a template for a cost model that incorporates task estimates, schedules, staff roles and costs, risk analysis, fixed costs, billing, and cashflow. Template Excel spreadsheets are included on the accompanying CDROM.

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Book Description

In this concise, easy-to-read guide, author Paul Coombs provides practical, detailed advice on IT project estimation for managers and consultants. He shows why accurate estimates are needed, what different estimating methods can be used, and how to analyse the risks in order to make appropriate contingency allowances. He also covers pricing and billing strategies, and how experience of previous projects can be leveraged. Central to the book is a template for a cost model that incorporates task estimates, schedules, staff roles and costs, risk analysis, fixed costs, billing, and cashflow.

Review

'... very valuable for IT SW [software] business managers and consultants who are conducting large and complex SW [software] projects ... I give the book an excellent recommendation ...'. Computing Reviews

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 052153285X
• ISBN 13: 9780521532853
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 184