Description
Book Synopsis
As a pioneer in Lean improvement methods, Jim Martin was among the first to suggest that truly successful Lean initiatives are those applied across every facet of an organization, not just on the shop floor. Building on this concept, Martin demonstrates that one of the most effective ways to implement operational improvements across an organization is to approach it through the resource that permeates every facet of a modern organizationinformation technology.
Measuring and Improving Performance: Information Technology Applications in Lean Systems explains how the effective use of Lean project management methodologies can increase the productivity of information system deployment in service and manufacturing organizations. Starting with an overview of Lean and agile project management principles, the author walks readers through the implementation of Lean practices across key aspects of IT systems.
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Table of Contents
IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS
Highly Structured Project Management
Agile Project Management with Scrum
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT METHODS
Accelerating Organizational Change
Translating Customer Requirements
Understanding Lean Concepts
Software Development and Project Support
PROCESS INTEGRATION
Lean IT Applications in Manufacturing and Service Systems
Measuring and Improving Performance
Conclusion
Glossary
Appendix
List of Figures and Tables
Index
Each Chapter Starts With an "Overview" and Concludes With a "Summary" and a "Suggested Reading" Section
