PBLS stresses the importance of detailed attention to the beginning stages of a project accompanied by a keen eye to the long term aspects such as potential problems and risks, contingencies and corrective action components, all of which can impact costs. This construct rests on basic fundamentals, or precepts, namely, clearly defined objectives, recognition of risks, teamwork, pre-project planning and a detailed definition of scope. To bypass or diverge from any one of these will invite failure.
What separates this book from many others on the subject is its avoidance of "quick fixes and solutions." It is highly readable and has substance. Through vivid illustrations of real life situations, the author analyzes both successes and failures. Further features include an extensive appendix of forms and a valuable section on key definitions. The numerous graphs and progress monitoring charts are useful adjuncts to the text.
The author has impressive credentials. He has over 30 years experience with a wide range of domestic and global projects including 10 years with NASA along with in-depth involvement in a number of billion dollar industrial and business ventures. Currently, he conducts seminars and workshops world-wide that assist corporations in "achieving bottom-line succcess."
This book is truly on the "cutting edge" and will be of inestimable value to both the experienced and the novice. A question is posed in the concluding pages: "When is success successful enough?" Answer: "When it cannot, realistically, be done better!" Enjoy, and PROFIT!!