Microsoft® Solutions Framework Essentials

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 fra...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Turner, Michael S. V. (-)
Otros Autores: Turner, Michael
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Sebastopol : Microsoft Press 2009.
Edición:1st edition
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Ver en Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull:https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009627108106719
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • 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