The need for quality assurance in construction is now widely accepted. As a result, pressure is currently being applied to contractors and those offering professional services to demonstrate QA capability prior to commission. This book, written by experts in the field of quality management, shows how construction companies can effectively apply QA within their own organization. It pinpoints the real benefits to be gained from developing well-structured systems and offers practical guidance...

Why does ISO 9001 have to be so confusing? It doesnt. Bestselling author Craig Cochran has translated ISO 9001 into plain English that anyone can understand. ISO 9001 in Plain English was written so that anyone at any level of the organization can get to the heart of the standards requirements and how they apply to the organization quickly and simply.This straightforward book is ideal for people who are new to ISO 9001, experienced ISO coordinators who want to get more out of an establish...

"The documented benchmarks for success and the many examples help explicate the complexities for the reader. The book is organized and written so that it will be useful as an introduction to the field and also as a reference when special challenges arise for the practicing manager." -- DR. JOHN J. COYLE, Professor Emeritus of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems, Smeal College of Business, Pennsylvania State University

The increase in project outsourcing has forced traditional programmers to take on the role of project managers and quickly learn how to manage software projectsThe author discusses all of the essentials in widely accepted project management methodology, from managing programmers to assessing and eliminating riskThe book covers the iterative development model, using Microsoft Project 2003, as well as a variety of methodologies including eXtreme, open source, SQA te...

With a quality management system (QMS) based on ISO 9001 – the world’s most established quality framework – you can ensure the quality of the products and services your company provides, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction and increasing profitability. ISO 9001:2015 – A Pocket Guide provides a useful introduction to ISO 9001 and the principles of quality management.

Learn how to create a WordPress blog that is successful and profitable by using the techniques and simple steps outlined in this book.Topics covered walk you through the process of picking a niche topic and why this marketing model works best with the search engines like Google and Bing.Then it discusses the mechanics of picking and buying a domain name, hosting your Wordpress blog and providers that have a quick and easy Wordpress setup to get you up and running fast....

Kanban Made Simple is the first simple "how-to" guide for incorporating the just-in-time ingenuity of the Kanban system into any manufacturing environment. From the Japanese word for "visual record", the technique dictates that suppliers deliver parts to the warehouse only as they are needed, reducing storage in the production area. Using before-and-after case studies, this easy-to-follow guide contains information on establishing project goals, forming a Kanban team, and designing the pro...

Shutdown management is project management of a special kind: managing the repair, replacement or maintenance of critical systems. Manufacturing and process plants, computer systems, airliners, and many other systems must be regularly closed down or taken out of service for planned maintenance operations. This book provides a complete shutdown project planning guide along with a new, detailed model of excellence and step-by-step project guide. In a critical field, this book shows the mainte...

This pocket guide explains the content and the practical use of ISO 21500 - Guidance on project management, the latest international standard for project management, and the first of a family of ISO standards for project, portfolio and program management. ISO 21500 is meant for senior managers and project sponsors to better understand project management and to properly support projects, for project managers and their team members to have a reference for comparing their projects to others a...

Written in an engaging and entertaining style, Agile Governance and Audit serves as an ideal introduction for auditors and risk managers.Many auditors are now encountering Agile management methodologies for the first time. This can cause problems for the audit process because the methodology is very different from traditional project approaches. Aside from the difficulties faced by the auditor, an ineffective audit can have a negative effect on an Agile project and might e...

Today, technology has become too much a part of overall corporate success for its effectiveness to be left to chance. The stakes are too high. Fortunately, the idea of 'quality management' is being reinvigorated. In the last decade process programs have become more and more prevalent. And, out of all the available options, three have moved to the top of the chain. These three are:The 9001:2000 Quality Management Standard from the International Standards Organization;

Your prospects, customers, employees and suppliers are expecting great things from you online. How do you plan to deliver? This realistic and informative book is possibly the only practical guide in the market place dedicated and designed to help you create and execute a profitable and measurable online business strategy. It discusses topics such as online strategy, mobile web, social media, blogging, search, email and online marketing. It introduces you to questions to ask about your goa...