Explore detailed explanations and examples to get up and running with the five phases of the project management lifecycle and integrate project management principles in a variety of projects Key Features Explore various algorithms and the latest features of MS Project to organize and keep track of your projects Understand Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to improve productivity Apply real-world best practices and discover the tips, tricks, and pitfalls of schedule management Book DescriptionMicrosoft Project is one of the most popular project management tools for enterprises of all sizes thanks to its wide variety of features such as project scheduling, project budgeting, built-in templates, and reporting tools. Learning Microsoft Project 2019 will get you started with the basics and gradually guide you through the complete project life cycle. Starting with an overview of Microsoft Project 2019 and a brief introduction to project management concepts, this book will take you through the different phases of project management - initiation, planning, execution, control, and closure. You will then learn how to identify and handle problems related to scheduling, costing, resourcing, and work allocation. Understand how to use dynamic reports to create powerful, automated reports and dashboards at the click of a button. This Microsoft Project book highlights the pitfalls of overallocation and demonstrates how to avoid and resolve these issues using a wide spectrum of tools, techniques, and best practices. Finally, you will focus on executing Agile projects efficiently and get to grips with using Kanban and Scrum features. By the end of this book, you will be well-versed with Microsoft Project and have the skills you need to use it effectively in every stage of project management. What you will learn Create efficient project plans using Microsoft Project 2019 Get to grips with resolving complex issues related to time, budget, and resource allocation Understand how to create automated dynamic reports Identify and protect the critical path in your project and mitigate project risks Become well-versed with executing Agile projects using MS Project Understand how to create custom reports and make them available for future projects Who this book is forIf you use Microsoft Office and are looking to use MS Project to manage your projects efficiently, this book is for you. Project managers or anyone interested in project management will also find this book useful. Basic knowledge of Windows UI and MS Office products is required.

Master all five PMP domains and boost your confidence for exam day PMP: Project Management Professional Practice Tests provides candidates with an ideal study aid for PMP exam preparation. Fully aligned with the A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK? Guide), 6th edition, this book provides practice questions covering all five performance domains. Five unique 160- question chapter tests, as well as one practice exam cover Initiating; Planning; Executing; Monitoring and Controlling; and Closing to help you pinpoint weak areas while there is still time to review. An additional 200-question practice test provides a bonus exam--1000 questions in all--, and a year of FREE access to the Sybex interactive online learning environment puts a test bank, practice questions, and more at your disposal. The PMP exam is a challenging four-hour, 200-question validation of your project management knowledge. Mimicking exam conditions is one of the best ways to prepare, and this book is designed to test your knowledge, focus, and mental endurance to get you fully prepared for the big day. Test your project management knowledge with 1,000 challenging questions Prepare using up-to-date material that accurately reflect the current exam Access digital study tools including electronic flashcards and additional practice questions In todays IT marketplace, qualified project managers are heavily in demand as employers increasingly require those who are capable of managing larger and more complex projects. The PMP certification shows that you know, understand, and can practice PMBOK guidelines to a rigorous level, and is considered the premier project management qualification out thereso when exam day arrives, complete preparation becomes critical to your success. ?PMP: Project Management Professional Practice Tests help you gauge your progress, preview exam day, and focus your study time so you can conquer the exam with confidence. To register for access to the online test banks included with the purchase of this book, please visit: www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep.

A practical recipe-based guide to extend your Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply chain management implementation. Key Features Extend Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management features in a cost-effective manner Learn how to integrate with other applications and services securely using Business Events, OData and the Service Bus Extend and hook into standard processes safely using Chain of Command Book DescriptionDynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management is Microsoft's ERP solution, which can be implemented as a cloud or on-premise solution to facilitate better decision-making with the help of contemporary, scalable ERP system tools. This book is updated with the latest features of Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management including Chain of Command (CoC), Acceptance Test Libraries (ATL), and Business Events. The book not only features more than 100 tutorials that allow you to create and extend business solutions, but also addresses specific problems and offers solutions with insights into how they work. This cookbook starts by helping you set up a Azure DevOps project and taking you through the different data types and structures used to create tables. You will then gain an understanding of user interfaces, write extensible code, manage data entities, and even model Dynamics 365 ERP for security. As you advance, you'll learn how to work with various in-built Dynamics frameworks such as SysOperation, SysTest, and Business Events. Finally, you'll get to grips with automated build management and workflows for better application state management. By the end of this book, you'll have become proficient in packaging and deploying end-to-end scalable solutions with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management. What you will learn Understand the importance of using patterns and frameworks for creating unique solutions Write code that can make your solution extendable Leverage new frameworks that allow your solution to adapt as your business grows Design the UI and business logic to fit standard patterns Understand how to not only write unit tests, but also perform efficient unit testing to automate the testing process Design your security model and policies to provide code access privileges Who this book is forThis Dynamics 365 book is for anyone who wants to learn Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management development or migrate from C# or Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 (or prior) development. Although finance and Supply Chain Management experience is not necessary, a background in software development is required. You will also need access to Microsoft's Lifecycle Services to download the necessary development tools.

A handy, on-the-job reference filled with real-life scenarios to help you achieve the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP (R)) and Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA (R)) certifications Key Features Gain expert guidance from Esta Lessing, a CBAP (R) trainer with over 18 years of business analysis experience Understand BABOK (R) knowledge areas and tasks through examples and real-world scenarios Learn business analyst skills such as stakeholder engagement, strategy analysis, and requirement elicitation Book DescriptionCertified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP (R)) is a certification from the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA (R)) for professionals with extensive experience in business analysis. The CCBA (R) and CBAP (R) validates your proficiency in various aspects of business analysis and your ability to tackle challenging projects, work effectively with stakeholders, and identify and deliver business value. You'll start by learning about the benefits of CCBA (R) and CBAP (R) certifications for your career progression before focussing on the six core knowledge areas explained thoroughly in each chapter. These include topics such as business analysis planning and monitoring, elicitation and collaboration, requirements life cycle management, strategy analysis, requirements analysis, and design definition as well as solution evaluation. The book includes the essential underlying competencies and techniques to ensure a complete understanding of the BABOK (R) v3 guide content. Each chapter delves into the essential concepts and business analysis task considerations utilizing practical examples. Finally, you'll assess your knowledge through mock exam questions based on real-world case studies. By the end of this book, you'll have gained the business analysis skills needed to prepare for the certification exams and to advance in your career. What you will learn Assess the IIBA (R) requirements for applying for the CCBA (R) and CBAP (R) exams Navigate through the sections of the BABOK (R) v3 Guide Understand business analysis concepts, practices and analysis techniques Be able to relate concepts, tasks, and techniques to real-world practical situations Understand the application of 50 practical techniques concerning the BABOK (R) v3 Guide knowledge area tasks Identify the challenges that could hinder a business analyst from delivering value and effective business solutions Who this book is forThis book is for business analysts, business consultants, trainers, project managers, and business professionals who are interested in preparing for the IIBA CBAP or CCBA exams. The book assumes business analysis experience.

Project management (PM), as a discipline, has been undergoing an incremental inclusion of theories, techniques, and processes from fields related to organizational behavior. Parallel to this has been the dominance of Information Technology (IT) projects within the field of Project Management. Information Technology as a Facilitator of Social Processes in Project Management and Collaborative Work provides emerging research that bridges the gap between IT and project management. While highlighting the importance of Information Technology and the social process of work, the readers will learn how project management applies techniques to achieve objectives through IT projects. This book is an important resource for project managers, executives, IT managers, consultants, students, and educators.