Project management - principles and guidance for the management of projects (+C1:2019) (Incorporating Corrigendum No. 1)

BS 6079:2019

British Standards Institution
Project management - principles and guidance for the management of projects (+C1:2019) (Incorporating Corrigendum No. 1) Download document

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Current

Supplement

Construction Management Supplement

Series

BS

Abstract

Provides guidance on the principles of project management, including commissioning, directing, and managing projects. Establishes the context and concepts of project management, highlighting the benefits for organisations, key components, importance, roles and responsibilities, operating models, programmes and portfolios, delivery, and project management activities. Also covers project governance, project life cycle, and support activities such as planning, control, quality and commercial. Looks at how agile methods are beneficial in project management.

History

Supersedes BS 6079-1:2010, BS 6079-2:2000, BS 6079-3:2000 and PD 6079-4:2006. Came into effect 30 April 2019. Amendment dated May 2019 - C1: Figure 5 corrected.

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9780539049527

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  • Environmental issues/energy

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