Microsoft® Solutions Framework Essentials.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Turner, Michael S. V.

Contributor:

Turner, Michael.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Computer software--Development--Management.

Computer software--Development.

Project management--Planning.

Project management.

Computer software--Management--Development.

Computer software.

Local Subjects:

Computer software--Development--Management.

Computer software--Development.

Project management--Planning.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (0 p.)

Edition:

1st edition

Place of Publication:

Sebastopol : Microsoft Press, 2009.

Language Note:

English

System Details:

text file

Summary:

Get the definitive guide to learning the foundational principles, mindsets, and best practices of the Microsoft Solutions Framework (MSF), Version 4. Written by a solutions delivery expert, this hands-on guide offers practical examples and case studies to help you apply this adaptable, scalable framework to any project and effectively implement business-driven technology solutions. Discover how to: Establish an adaptable and flexible solution delivery life cycleIncrementally define, design, build, stabilize and deploy solutions that address business

Contents:

Microsoft® Solutions Framework Essentials: Building Successful Technology Solutions; Introduction; How to Apply the Information in This Book; What Essentials Have Changed with MSF v4?; Key Concepts; Team Model; Process Model; Miscellaneous Changes; New; Risk Mitigation Trigger; Empowerment Readiness; Requirement Prioritization; Governance Track; Significant Clarifications and/or Enhancements; Help Evolve MSF; Training; Support for This Book; I. Solution Delivery Fundamentals; Why a ""Framework""?; How Is MSF Different?; Key Elements of MSF v4.0; Summary

2. Understanding Solution Delivery EnvironmentsCorporate Culture; The Abyss; Potential; Leader; Internal Governance: Process and Procedure Challenges; People Challenges; Team Chemistry; Organizational Structure; Technology Challenges; Optimizing Constraints; Process; Tools; Schedule; Quality; Scope; Legacy Solutions; Risk; Technology; Overcoming Environmental Challenges; Identifying Opportunities Within a Challenging Business Environment; Summary; 3. Foundational Principles, Mindsets, and Proven Practices; Work Toward a Shared Vision; Empower Team Members

Establish Clear Accountability and Shared ResponsibilityDeliver Incremental Value; Stay Agile, Expect and Adapt to Change; Invest in Quality; Learn from All Experiences; Partner with Customers; Mindsets; Focus on Business Value; Keep a Solution Perspective; Take Pride in Workmanship; Learn Continuously; Internalize Qualities of Service; Practice Good Citizenship; Deliver on Your Commitments; Proven Practices; Enable Teams to Work Together at a Single Site; Motivated Teams Are More Effective; Get Specific Early; Summary; 4. Building an MSF Team

Coordinate Identification and Optimization of Project ConstraintsDefine Solution Within Project Constraints; Deliver Solution Within Project Constraints; Design Solution Within Project Constraints; Build Solution to Specification; Confirm All Aspects of a Solution Meet or Exceed Their Respective, Defined Quality Levels; Maximize Solution Usability; Maximize User Readiness and Effectiveness; Smooth Deployment and Transition to Operations; Constituents: Team of Ambassadors; Functional Areas: Team of Representatives; Foundational Principles Applied to Teaming; Work Toward a Shared Vision

Empower Team MembersEstablish Clear Accountability, Shared Responsibility; Deliver Incremental Value; Stay Agile, Expect and Adapt to Change; Invest in Quality; Learn from All Experiences; Partner with Customers; MSF Team Model Fundamentals; Define and Design a Solution with All Roles Represented; The MSF Team Model Is Not an Organization Chart; Use Small Teams, Working in Parallel with Frequent Synchronization Points; Project Management Discipline; Product Management Advocacy Group; Constituency; Quality Goals; Focus; Functional Areas; Key Activities; Business Analyst; Key Activities

Product Planning

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

ISBN:

9780735636798

0735636796

OCLC:

609857245