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1 online resource (1 volume) |
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Includes bibliographical references. |
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Title Page; Copyright Page; Table of Contents; Executive Summary; Acknowledgements; 1. Introduction; 1.1. Motivations and Objectives; 1.2. Literature Review; 1.2.1. Poor Performance Management of Government Projects and Programs; 1.2.2. Challenges of Managing Large and Complex Projects and Programs; 1.2.3. Efforts to Improve Project Performance; 1.3. Research Approach and Data Analysis; 1.3.1. Research Questions; 1.3.2. Content Analysis; 1.3.3. Project Demographics; 2. Key Characteristics of Government Projects and Programs; 2.1. Non-Financial Benefits; 2.2. Political Environment |
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2.3. Formal Processes2.4. Megaprojects; 2.5. Long Product Life Cycle; 2.6. Multiple Stakeholders; 3. Recommendations for Government Projects and Programs; 3.1. Non-Financial Benefits; 3.1.1. Identify Clear Non-Financial Benefits in the Business Case; 3.1.2. Ensure that Target Benefits are Realistic and Achievable; 3.1.3. Establish an Agreed-Upon Evaluation Methodology for Project Benefits; 3.1.4. Evaluate the Impact of the Project on the Achievement of Strategic Goals; 3.2. Political Environment |
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3.2.1. Consider Legal Consultation to Ensure that Proposed Ideas are in Line with Current Legislation3.2.2. Consider Financial Consultation to Improve Understanding of Economic Aspects of the Project; 3.2.3. Ensure that the Project is Aligned with Agencies' Strategies; 3.2.4. Consider Public-Private Partnership (PPP) when Appropriate; 3.2.5. Ensure PPPs are Economically Feasible; 3.2.6. Provide Project Managers More Authority; 3.3. Formal Process; 3.3.1. Establish and Follow Government Project Management Framework and Processes |
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3.3.2. Follow Formal Planning and Estimating Processes that Incorporate Lessons Learned3.3.3. Follow a Formal Risk Management Process; 3.3.4. Follow Formal Project Monitoring and Change Management Processes; 3.3.5. Establish and Follow Project Governance Framework; 3.4. Megaprojects; 3.4.1. Develop a Base Cost Estimate and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for Megaprojects; 3.4.2. Align the Project Cost with the Annual Budget Cycle; 3.4.3. Consider Off-the-Shelf Solutions Over High-Risk New Development when Possible |
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3.4.4. Split Programs into Smaller Manageable Projects for Tight Project Control3.4.5. Develop Contingency Plan and Monitor Risks; 3.4.6. Identify Training Needs for Large-Scale Megaprojects; 3.5. Long Product Life Cycle; 3.5.1. Ensure Robust Design and Quality Management Process; 3.5.2. Reduce the use of Unapproved (Too Advanced) Technologies; 3.6. Multiple Stakeholders; 3.6.1. Engage Procurement Personnel on the Project Team; 3.6.2. Consult the Business Community when Relevant; 3.6.3. Coordinate the Project with Existing Operations |
| Summary |
Challenges and Best Practices of Managing Government Projects and Programs provides a crucial foundation for practitioners, researchers, policymakers, as well as constituents to realize the benefits governments can bring to their people. |
| Subject |
Project management -- Political aspects.
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Public administration.
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Gestion de projet -- Aspect politique. |
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Administration publique (Science) |
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Public administration |
| Added Author |
Liu, Min, author.
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Patanakul, Peerasit, author.
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Zwikael, Ofer, author.
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Project Management Institute, issuing body.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Kwak, Young-Hoon. Challenges and best practices of managing government projects and programs. Newtown Square, Pennsylvania : Project Management Institute, Inc., [2014] 1628250658 (DLC) 2014023294 (OCoLC)884315306 |
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